Compression Engineer
Core
Provide engineering support for natural gas compression facilities, including reciprocating and turbine/centrifugal units, and balance of plant equipment.
Role type
Senior mechanical engineer (gas compression)
Builds
Reliable operation of compressor stations and capital/maintenance projects
Domain
Energy infrastructure / Natural gas compression
Required skills
Root cause analysis, engineering design, project scoping and estimation, code interpretation, gas loss calculations, spare parts planning, safety program management, mentoring, expert witness testimony
Preferred skills
Professional Engineering License, knowledge of reciprocating and turbine drive compressors, understanding of DOT 192/193, ASME B31.1/31.3/31.8, and API codes
Technologies
Reciprocating units, turbine/centrifugal compressors, ESD systems, remote condition monitoring systems, borescopes
Responsibilities
Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures, engineer break-fix and capital projects, verify pressure limiting devices, assist with PHMSA audits, develop engineering design standards, provide expert witness testimony, support facility construction and commissioning, determine spare parts requirements, perform gas loss calculations, develop blow down and purge plans, mentor field teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
