Operations Engineer

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP Human Resources • West Monroe, LA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Boardwalk is hiring an Engineer III- or Senior-level Operations Engineer for its West Monroe, Louisiana office. The role provides technical support and engineering expertise for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of pipelines, compressor stations, measurement and regulation (M&R) facilities, and related midstream assets. As a field-based member of the operations engineering team, the Operations Engineer serves as first-line technical support, assists with day-to-day operations and troubleshooting, and helps ensure compliance with regulatory and process safety requirements. The position works closely with Field Operations, Engineering & Construction, and other Asset Performance & Innovation groups to advance operational excellence, continuous improvement, and asset management initiatives. Travel to field locations may be required up to 40% of the time.

Boardwalk is a limited partnership in the midstream natural gas and natural gas liquids industry. It provides transportation and storage services through approximately 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets across 13 states. The company states a commitment to sustainability, environmental stewardship, safety, regulatory compliance, and supporting the communities it serves. Pre-employment drug and substance abuse testing is required.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience supporting natural gas compressor stations; midstream oil and gas experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of pipeline, compressor station, and/or M&R facility operations.
• Familiarity with process safety management (PSM), management of change (MOC), and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and digital tools.
• Willingness to travel to field locations as required, up to 40% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting field operations in an owner’s engineer capacity.
• Experience with digital transformation, automation, or data analytics in field operations.
• Knowledge of asset integrity, measurement, automation, or compression systems.
• Advanced proficiency in technical writing and documentation.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and engineering expertise for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of pipelines, compressor stations, M&R facilities, and related midstream assets.
• Support day-to-day field operations and troubleshoot operational issues as first-line technical support.
• Help ensure compliance with regulatory and process safety requirements.
• Collaborate with Field Operations, Engineering & Construction, and Asset Performance & Innovation groups.
• Contribute to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and asset management initiatives.
• Travel to field locations as required, up to 40% of the time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level