Facilities Engineer

Crescent Energy•Three Rivers, TX

25d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Engineer serves as a technical resource for Production Operations, providing ongoing support to maximize facility and well performance while ensuring field safety and regulatory compliance. This field-based role supports production operations at well sites, processing facilities, cryogenic plants, and compressor stations. The position includes facility and equipment design, installation, operation, optimization, and maintenance, as well as project planning, budgeting, troubleshooting, and compliance activities. The engineer leads the design of Non-D&C Capital projects and supports their construction and commissioning, manages Non-D&C Capital and Lease Operating Expenses, and works with operational teams, vendors, and contractors to improve performance while minimizing downtime. The role also leads Management of Change processes, participates in incident investigations, and maintains accurate engineering and compliance records. Candidates must live within 85 miles of a Crescent Field office in Carrizo Springs, Dilley, or Three Rivers. Travel to field sites or corporate offices, including overnight stays, may be required up to 10% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, or Petroleum Engineering, or a related engineering field.
At least 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in upstream oil and gas production or midstream operations.
Comprehensive understanding of oil and gas operations.
Understanding of risk assessment principles 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 Microsoft Excel or industry-specific tools such as HYSIS, Piper, or ProMax.
Ability to work in remote locations, climb ladders and walkways, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in extreme weather conditions.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, vendors, and third-party contractors simultaneously.
Ability to communicate complex technical findings as actionable reports for management and field crews.

Nice To Haves

Degree from an ABET-accredited program.

Responsibilities

Investigate operational challenges and present recommendations for corrective actions.
Lead the design of Non-D&C Capital projects and support construction and commissioning.
Participate in the installation, operation, optimization, and maintenance of production facility components, including artificial lift systems 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 prioritizing safety and economic viability.
Plan ahead to anticipate problems and establish corrective actions.
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 keep projects within budget and annual budget categories.
Ensure operations comply with HES rules, environmental regulations, and industry standards such as API and OSHA.
Drive process optimization for centralized and on-pad facilities.
Troubleshoot equipment and processes to provide field engineering support.
Identify process improvements and implement optimization strategies.
Lead Management of Change (MOC) processes.
Lead or participate in incident RCFA investigations and develop engineered solutions to eliminate or mitigate hazards.
Ensure accuracy of records, including PIDs, C&Es, PHAs, and inspection documents.