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Engineer - Ops

Energy Transfer LP
401(k), profit sharing
United States, North Dakota, Watford City
Oct 15, 2026
Are you interested in joining our team? Chat with our digital assistant to learn more about our company and apply right from your mobile device! Text ETP to 25000 to get started or apply through this web posting if you prefer. Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, American Heart Association, Ronald McDonald House and many more. 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! Summary: The position will report to the Director - Technical Operations as a part of the Technical Operations Engineering team and will provide engineering support to both liquids and gas gatherings assets within North Dakota and Wyoming. Primary focus includes working closely with Operations to provide day-to-day engineering and technical support including troubleshooting mechanical, electrical and hydraulic issues, coordination with other company departments, supporting commissioning of new assets and full project lifecycle execution. Essential Functions: * Provides day-to-day engineering and technical support to pipeline operations. * Performs hydraulic and gas calculations and simulations. * Update records, drawings and project files to reflect the work completed on each project in accordance with Company records management policy. * Provide operating, alarming, and shutdown set points for pipeline operations. * Participate in MOC process for engineering review and sign-off. * Executes full project lifecycle for operations Maintenance Capital and Expense Projects including scope, design, bidding and estimation, project execution, commissioning and closure. * Support commissioning of new assets such as pump stations, compressor stations and LACT's * Reviews potential exposures and relocations. * Supports investigations by providing technical expertise for: Abnormal Operating Conditions (AOC's), Mechanical/Electrical/Control (MEC) failures, Environmental/Health/Safety (EHS) incidents. * Support pipeline operations during DOT Inspections. * Coordinates with other internal company teams including but not limited to Ops/Optimization Engineering, Systems Planning, Scheduling, Commercial and Engineering & Construction and Pipeline Control. Requirements: Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below: * Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 5-10 years of pipeline engineering experience * Title conferred will be based on candidates' years of relevant experience. * Must be familiar with all applicable codes and regulations including USDOT CFR 192 and 195, API, ASME, ASNT, OSHA, and NACE. * Utilize, understand, and adhere to contracts and agreements within scopes of work. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. * Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); good computer skills; the ability to interact well with property owners, municipal, state and federal agencies at all levels as well as all levels of and groups inside the organization. * Must be a self-starter, have good organizational skills and be able to accept constantly changing priorities. Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. * Ability to acquire new job knowledge and skills Preferred Qualifications: * Pipeline Operations or Operations Engineering Experience * Professional Engineer (P.E.) License * Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Knowledge of and experience providing engineering support for natural gas, crude oil and water gathering systems and salt water disposals. Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. * This position is required to carry a cell phone and is subject to call out 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency response, extended work hours and/or work weeks. * Usually, normal office working conditions. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing. * Occasional overnight travel may be required. * Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment. * Exposure to adverse weather, cramped conditions, and some heavy lifting. * Candidate must have proven safe driving record and valid driver's license. Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level: The Engineer level requires a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 3-6 years of relevant job related experience The Senior Engineer level requires a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 6-10 years of relevant job related experience The Staff Engineer level requires Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 10+ years of relevant job related experience The Principal Engineer level requires Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 12+ years of relevant job related experience with a strong preference for a PE license Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet DISCLAIMER: The above statements, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.