Operations Engineer I

BKV Corporation•Fort Worth, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

BKV Corporation is a dynamic, value-driven company with expertis e in upstream unconventional oil and gas investments and production. We believe our focus on visionary strategy, efficient execution, and high-performing teams is key to creating long-term sustainable value and growth. BKV Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and base all employment decisions on qualifications, merit, and business needs . JOB SUMMARY BKV is seeking a skilled, detail-oriented early career Operations Engineer I to join our Upstream Operations team in Fort Worth, Texas. This role is responsible for monitoring gas gathering system performance and supporting the coordination between BKV Operations, Gathering System companies, and internal stakeholders across the upstream business. The Operations Engineer I supports operational efficiency, system optimization, regulatory compliance, and performance reporting. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, effective communication skills, and a foundational understanding of upstream and midstream natural gas operations. The position operates in a fast-paced environment and contributes directly to safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations.

Requirements

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with upstream IT and analytics tools (e.g., Spotfire, Power BI, SAP, SCADA systems such as Cygnet or Wonderware).
Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
Foundational understanding of upstream and midstream natural gas operations; financial concepts are a plus.
Strong organization, time management, and collaboration skills.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering , Business, Finance, or related field required .
Prior experience in the energy industry preferred (early career professionals encouraged to apply).
Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with Upstream Operations, Midstream gathering and pipeline companies, and the Commercial team to ensure timely and accurate movement of natural gas.
Support daily nomination activities and respond to operational changes impacting production, transportation, and system performance.
Participate in daily operational meetings with field operations, Foremen, and the Commercial team to align on planned and unplanned maintenance outages affecting nominations.
Collaborate with the BKV Development team to ensure gathering system readiness for new volume deliveries and assess potential line pressure impacts.
Analyze operational constraints and develop recommendations to optimize asset utilization and minimize operating costs.
Partner with field teams to optimize gas lift compressor fleet horsepower utilization and overall system performance.
Collaborate with the Regulatory team to maintain Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) Critical Infrastructure documentation and reporting.
Support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to upstream natural gas operations.
Assist in generating daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
Track and analyze performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to support data-driven operational and business decisions.
Identify upstream operational risks related to natural gas operations and system performance.
Support the development and execution of contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies to ensure safe, reliable, and resilient operations.
Maintain accurate documentation and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Perform additional operational engineering support duties as assigned, consistent with the scope of the role.