Engineering Director, Compression

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure the integration of safety, reliability, operability, constructability, and configuration management principles into all products, designs, and processes.
• Define and lead the strategic direction for the engineering team, aligning objectives with company goals and project requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Create detailed scopes and engineering plans for various projects, ensuring alignment with goals and resources.
• Ensure all applications adhere to applicable regulations, standards, and codes.
• Oversee and review design deliverables for quality, accuracy, and compliance, including work by internal and external teams.
• Provide advanced technical guidance and resolve complex engineering challenges effectively.
• Partner with project managers, operational teams, and stakeholders to deliver necessary engineering support.
• Analyze and estimate costs related to fleet, projects, facilities, and AMS.
• Develop project timelines, monitor progress, and generate comprehensive reports.
• Collaborate with vendors and external contractors to ensure the quality and reliability of products and services.
• Implement and promote continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team efficiency and overall performance.
• Lead the training, development, and upskilling of the engineering team to foster growth and innovation.
• Support and drive change management initiatives, including the rollout of new programs and processes.
• Uphold and champion engineering principles, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and company codes of conduct.
• Proactively explore and implement solutions to reduce fleet emissions, comply with new regulations, and achieve ESG targets.
• Recruit, onboard, and retain top engineering talent to strengthen the team.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required
• 10+ years of natural gas compression industry experience preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of industry codes and standards
• Knowledge of construction procedures and equipment
• Knowledge and understanding of equipment sizing
• Knowledge and understanding of Process Simulation (Promax or similar)
• Ability to prioritize competing tasks
• Effective communicator across all levels of management
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to grow and maintain a dynamic, positive organizational culture
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency in Ariel Performance Program

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions
• Must be available and able to work at any time / be on call
• Must be able to bend, climb, and walk on all types of surfaces
• May be required to sit for long periods of time
• Must be able to work under pressure and occasional long or irregular hours