We are a rapidly expanding natural gas storage facility in East Texas, dedicated to supporting the state's energy needs. Our facility is growing, and we are seeking a motivated Facilities Engineer to join our team in Flower Mound as we undertake significant expansion initiatives.
Position Overview
We are seeking an engineer with 5 - 10 years of oil and gas facilities engineering experience. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of high volume (1 BCF/day) gas handling facilities, including compression, dehydration, process heaters/coolers, large bore high pressure automated valves, and related piping, electrical, and instrumentation components. The gas storage facility has a MAOP of 3270psi and includes several injection/withdrawal wells in two separate reservoirs connected to a central gas plant where the gas is processed. The gas plant can wheel and/or Inject/withdraw between multiple major intrastate pipelines with targeted rates varying significantly intraday. The Facilities Engineer will play a key role in day-to-day operations and be instrumental in the facility's operation and expansion. Familiarity with PHMSA and Texas Railroad Commission regulations is essential.
This is a complex and challenging role in a fast-paced high-pressure environment. It offers significant opportunities for professional growth, with competitive salary, short-term cash bonuses, and long-term equity incentives.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist management team with project timing and management. Work with our capital providers, strategic advisors, and banks to obtain project financing and to report regularly on project milestones and progress.
Assist in planning and executing the facility's ongoing operations, maintenance, and expansions. Work closely with owner's representative multi-discipline engineering team to engineer, size, procure install and commission new plant equipment and pipelines, along with any modifications to existing equipment.
Oversee and ensure the safe operation of the facilities' major equipment, including large compressors, dehys, control valves, process heating/cooling, two and three phase separators, gathering lines, and transmission lines. Monitor and maintain support systems, including electrical, instrumentation, SCADA, and security systems.
Work directly with Plant Superintendent and I&E Supervisor to develop/modify procedures for the safe startup, maintenance and operation of all equipment and piping.
Ensure compliance with PHMSA and Railroad Commission of Texas regulations. Work closely with operations, maintenance, and regulatory teams to ensure compliance and efficiency.
Report directly to the Chief Operations Officer, providing regular updates on operations, safety, and project management/progress.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, (Mechanical or Process Engineering preferred) or a related field.
5 - 10 years of facilities experience in the oil and gas industry, preferably in natural gas storage or similar upstream/midstream operations.
Strong understanding of gas compression, dehydration systems, automation, instrumentation, and process systems.
Familiarity with PHMSA and Railroad Commission of Texas regulations.
Strong problem-solving, project management, communication, and teamwork
Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive starting salary based on experience.
Health insurance.
Paid Time Off (PTO).
Short-term cash bonus incentives.
Long-term equity-based incentives.
How to Apply:
This is an immediate opening. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications.