Reliability Engineer

Reliability / Compression Engineer Direct Hire | Natural Gas / Midstream | 2530% Regional Travel Were looking for a Reliability / Compression Engineer to support natural gas compressor stations across a regional pipeline network. This is a great opportunity for an engineer who enjoys a mix of hands-on field work, troubleshooting, equipment reliability, controls, and engineering analysis. Youll work directly with operations, maintenance, controls, and project teams to improve compressor performance, prevent equipment failures, reduce downtime, and support new installations and upgrades. Youll also receive structured training and work alongside experienced reliability professionals as you get up to speed. 📍 Location Options Candidates may be based near several operating locations: Kansas WichitaEmporiaLyonsHesstonOttawaTonganoxieKansas City area Missouri JoplinOther Southern Star operating locations Oklahoma EdmondBlackwellWoodwardOther regional locations Additional Southern Star locations may also be considered, excluding Owensboro for this particular opening. What Youll Do Monitor and evaluate natural gas compressors, engines, turbines, and auxiliary equipmentAnalyze equipment performance, failure history, alarms, maintenance records, and reliability KPIsIdentify potential equipment issues before they result in outages or downtimeLead and support root cause analysis and equipment failure investigationsTroubleshoot compressor, mechanical, electrical, and control system issues in both the office and fieldDevelop preventive and predictive maintenance strategiesSupport equipment installation, testing, commissioning, startup, and optimizationWork with PLCs, SCADA systems, alarms, signals, ladder logic, and shutdown interlocksPartner closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, controls, IT, contractors, and equipment vendorsSupport capital projects, equipment upgrades, redesigns, and reliability improvement initiativesReview engineering drawings, equipment specifications, designs, and contractor workPrepare technical reports and recommendations for leadershipTravel to compressor stations to troubleshoot equipment and support commissioning and startup activitiesPerform minimal AutoCAD 2D drafting, approximately 510% of the position What Were Looking For Required Bachelors degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, preferably Mechanical, Electrical, or Automation Engineering3+ years of compressor station project experience, including installation and commissioningKnowledge of 2-cycle, 4-cycle, and/or turbine enginesUnderstanding of natural gas compression equipment and supporting auxiliary systemsExperience with or strong knowledge of PLCs and industrial controlsAbility to analyze equipment data and troubleshoot mechanical or controls-related issuesExperience with root cause analysis, failure investigations, or reliability engineeringStrong communication and technical writing skillsWillingness to travel approximately 2530%, primarily regional day trips with occasional overnight travel Preferred Experience FE/EIT certificationPLC programming, SCADA, or automation experienceOSI PI or similar equipment analytics/asset performance softwareHands-on experience with industrial engines and compressorsLadder logic and control system troubleshootingPipeline, midstream, natural gas transmission, piping, or petroleum experienceFamiliarity with 49 CFR Part 192, OSHA requirements, and natural gas transmission standardsAutoCAD 2D experience Why This Opportunity? This is a direct-hire, salaried position offering a strong combination of technical engineering work and hands-on field exposure. You wont be sitting behind a desk all day. Youll have the opportunity to see equipment firsthand, investigate failures, work with field teams, and make recommendations that directly improve the reliability of a major natural gas system. What You Can Expect Direct-hire opportunityMondayFriday schedule, generally 7:00/7:30 a.m. to 3:30/4:00 p.m.Approximately 2530% regional travelPrimarily day trips with occasional overnight staysCompany vehicle providedCompany phone, IT equipment, tools, and credit cardField-related expenses coveredPotential relocation assistance, depending on location and circumstancesStructured technical training and ramp-upOpportunity to work alongside an experienced Reliability Engineer and Reliability SpecialistMix of engineering analysis, troubleshooting, project work, and hands-on field experienceOpportunity to become a technical resource for compressor station reliability and performance Great Fit For Someone Who Enjoys solving complex equipment problems, working around industrial machinery, analyzing data, and getting into the field to understand what is actually happening with the equipment. This role is especially well suited for engineers coming from natural gas, midstream, pipeline, compression, rotating equipment, reliability, controls/automation, or industrial maintenance engineering who want a long-term opportunity with both technical depth and field exposure. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Owensboro, KY. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $145000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Benefits Overview We believe great work deserves great rewards. In exchange for your passion and expertise, we provide a benefits package that supports your well-being and growth in all aspects of life. Medical Vision Dental Supplemental Life Insurance Dependent Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account Wellness Programs Service Awards Educational Reimbursement Fitness Reimbursement Holidays Paid Time Off Parental & Maternity Leave 401K Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Owensboro, KY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Owensboro,KY. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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