Field Optimization Engineer

Field Optimization Engineer (Job : )

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning 11,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

• Field Optimization Engineer will perform system hydraulic modeling and process modeling to identify areas of opportunity and projects for improved operational performance
• Field Optimization Engineer will perform compressor performance runs to ensure optimal field compression performance for operational reliability.
• Field Optimization Engineer is responsible for regional gas gathering and processing and treating plant projects, field gathering projects, and will manage these capital growth projects and/or other operations or commercial-derived projects meeting project scope, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Implement entire project cycle for growth capital projects including scope and design development, AFE preparation and submittals, material procurement, execution and construction oversight, commissioning, and project completion.
• Work with (and guide) the Construction Group members in construction and inspection activities on engineering projects.
• Projects are driven by cost and schedule to meet commercial commitments.
• Communicate with stakeholders including operations personnel, cost controls, project controls, project planning, and contractors for project implementation.
• Participate in PSM activities for growth projects and develop and implement PSM work, including design reviews, PHAs, LOPAs, MOCs, training, etc.
• Responsible for technical review of designs, drawings, and studies.
• Ensure work complies with federal, state, and local regulations (including safety, environmental, and DOT) and internal policies and procedures.
• Work with system planning engineering group to develop projects that follow engineering standards, code compliance, proper company and safety standards, and good engineering practices.
• Proactively seeks opportunities to broaden and deepen project management knowledge base and proficiencies.

• Bachelor’s in Engineering Discipline (ChemE or ME preferred)
• Previous experience in Natural Gas treating, fractionation, or processing industry
• 5+ years of combined engineering, operations, and/or project experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Products and Engineering Programs

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:

• Engineer level requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 3-6 years of relevant job related experience
• Senior Engineer level requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 6-8 years of relevant job related experience
• Senior Engineer II level requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 8+ years of relevant job related experience
• Staff Engineer level requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 12+ years of relevant job related experience
• Principal Engineer level requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 20+ years of relevant job related experience with a strong preference for a PE license

• Normal office working conditions or at the project site.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Overnight travel is required when necessary to manage projects.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, extreme temperature conditions, and loud machinery and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

United States - TX - MIDLAND

Midland, TX 303 Veterans Airpark Ln ) 303 Veterans Airpark Ln Suite 5000 Midland 79705

Regular Full‑time

Yes, 15% of the Time

Apr 28, 2026, 11:26:54 PM

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