Facilities Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Operations Management

• Investigate operational challenges and present recommendations for corrective actions.

• Lead the design of Non-D&C Capital projects and support construction and commissioning.

• Actively participate in facility & equipment management: Installation operation optimization and maintenance of production facility major components including artificial lift systems (jet pump gas lift rod pumps) and compression units.

• Monitor and assess current operations workflows.

• Conduct enhancement activities for processing facilities and producing wells.

• Optimize resources to complete operational activities with minimal downtime while keeping safety and economic viability at the forefront.

• Undertake forward planning to anticipate problems and establish corrective actions.

Technical & Engineering

• Provide real-time engineering support to resolve operational issues at well sites processing facilities cryogenic plants and compressor stations.

• Prepare cost estimates and manage Authorizations for Expenditure (AFE).

• Manage Non-D&C Capital and Lease Operating Expenses (LOE) to ensure projects stay within budget and annual budget categories are not exceeded.

• Ensure all operations adhere to HES rules environmental regulations and industry standards such as API and OSHA.

• Drive process optimization for facilities (Centralized and On-pad).

• Provide field engineering support to operational issues by troubleshooting equipment and processes.

• Identify areas for process improvement and implement optimization strategies.

Documentation & Compliance

• Lead the Management of Change (MOC) processes.

• Lead or participate in incident RCFA investigations and develop engineered solutions for hazard elimination or mitigation.

• Ensure all data records are accurate PIDs C&Es PHAs Inspection docs etc.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors degree in Chemical Mechanical Civil or Petroleum Engineering or related engineering field Required.

• Degree from an ABET-accredited program Preferred.

Experience

• 3-7 years of relevant experience preferably in upstream oil and gas production or midstream operations.

• Comprehensive understanding of oil and gas operations.

Technical Skills

• Understand the principles of Risk Assessment and their application.

• Experience with maintenance operations and Mechanical Integrity.

• Technical proficiency in production facilities design and operation.

• Proficiency in hydraulic simulations nodal analysis and software like Microsoft Excel or industry-specific tools (e.g. HYSIS Piper ProMax).

• Physical Demands: Must be able to work in remote locations climb ladders/walkways lift to 50 lbs and work in extreme weather conditions.

Other Key Skills

• Analytical Thinking: Evaluating complex data sets to diagnose performance issues.

• Project Management: Managing multiple priorities vendors and third-party contractors simultaneously.

• Communication: Translating complex technical findings into actionable reports for management and field crews.

Work Environment

This is a field-based position and candidates must live within 85 miles of a Crescent Field office (Carrizo Springs Dilley Three Rivers). Ability to travel to field sites or corporate offices with overnight stays as much as 10% of the time.