Compress engineer job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Compress engineer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in compress engineer job postings.
Sample compress engineer requirements
- Expertise in compressor design and manufacturing
- Experience with CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
- Proficiency in mechanical engineering principles and practices
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g. ASME, API)
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field
Sample required compress engineer soft skills
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines
Compress engineer job description example 1
Kinder Morgan compress engineer job description
Field Compression Engineer - West Monroe
Functional Area: Engineering Position Type: Full Time
Experience Required: 1 - 3 Years Relocation Provided: May be Considered
Education Required: Bachelors Degree
RC/Department: 5883 -FIELD COMPRESSION :KMPL
Position Description
The Field Compression Engineering position requires a high interest and aptitude for rotating mechanical equipment. The position is challenging, exciting, and provides opportunities to address new issues every day. A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited program is required. The Field Compression Engineer will provide technical expertise to help maintain and improve the reliability of natural gas compression and ancillary equipment. Equipment types include:
+ Low speed integral reciprocating engines and compressors
+ High speed separable reciprocating engines and compressor
+ Gas turbine engines and centrifugal compressor
Compression equipment supported by this role ranges from 1,000 to 30,000+ horsepower manufactured by various companies including Caterpillar, Clark, Cooper Bessemer, Dresser-Rand, General Electric, Ingersoll-Rand, Solar Turbines, Wärtsilä, Waukesha and Worthington. This is a great opportunity if you have experience working in Refinery, Manufacturing, Railroad or Pipeline industries or while serving our country in the Military. To be considered for our Louisiana-based Field Compression Engineer job click on Apply Now to sign in or create an account to upload your resume.
The Field Compression Engineer position will be based out of one of Kinder Morgan's Tennessee Gas Pipeline (TGP) locations in Louisiana including but not limited to Kinder, West Monroe, Natchitoches, White Castle or our Bear Creek Storage location outside of Ruston, LA. The position will require travel throughout the Louisiana and Northeast Texas regions of the country supporting locations with equipment.
Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off. Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.
Primary Purpose
+ Provide technical expertise to support mechanical needs for the various customers.
+ Aid in the specification of natural gas compression equipment based on provided operating conditions to optimize performance efficiencies, flexibility to changes in operating conditions, long-term reliability, ease of maintenance, while minimizing 20-year life cycle costs.
+ Establish vendor relationships as applies to equipment in the area.
+ Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
+ Organize work for timely completion and be available for overtime work if required.
+ Use personal judgment and specialized knowledge to provide and safeguard confidential information.
+ Communicate in a highly professional manner. Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills, and listen carefully. Written communication such as E-mail and texting will be professional at all times.
+ Travel (up to 50%, often overnight) to contractor or Kinder Morgan sites for mechanical support as well as to attend meetings and conferences. Weekend travel is occasionally required.
+ Work with Operations in the development of annual budgets in regard to compression and ancillary equipment needs.
+ Maintain a high degree of attention to detail.
+ Be capable of managing multiple assignments with various deadlines and responsibility levels concurrently.
+ Maintain regular, dependable attendance and high level of performance.
+ Knowledgeable of company engineering specifications.
+ Knowledgeable of company and governmental safety regulations.
+ Maintain a high regard for the safety of the general public, company and contract personnel, and company assets.
+ Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, control, and instrumentation drawings.
***Position may be filled at various levels depending on the experience and job skills of the successful candidate***
Position Requirements
Educational Requirements
+ A 4-year engineering degree from an accredited school.
Job Requirements
+ Preferred two years of practical experience (post-degree) in the design and technical analysis of high pressure natural gas compressor systems.
+ Specific knowledge in natural gas compression equipment and the mechanical design of gas compression equipment (including reciprocating engines, gas turbines, electric motor drives, reciprocating compressors, and centrifugal compressors).
+ Proficiency in basic engineering skills.
+ Experience and knowledge with compressor station design.
+ Proficient in basic PC operations, including word-processing and spreadsheets.
+ Familiarity and ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams, including flow charts, cause/effect diagrams, and Piping and Instrument Drawings (P&IDs).
+ Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned. Job level will be commensurate with experience and skill sets. The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Functional Area: Engineering Position Type: Full Time
Experience Required: 1 - 3 Years Relocation Provided: May be Considered
Education Required: Bachelors Degree
RC/Department: 5883 -FIELD COMPRESSION :KMPL
Position Description
The Field Compression Engineering position requires a high interest and aptitude for rotating mechanical equipment. The position is challenging, exciting, and provides opportunities to address new issues every day. A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited program is required. The Field Compression Engineer will provide technical expertise to help maintain and improve the reliability of natural gas compression and ancillary equipment. Equipment types include:
+ Low speed integral reciprocating engines and compressors
+ High speed separable reciprocating engines and compressor
+ Gas turbine engines and centrifugal compressor
Compression equipment supported by this role ranges from 1,000 to 30,000+ horsepower manufactured by various companies including Caterpillar, Clark, Cooper Bessemer, Dresser-Rand, General Electric, Ingersoll-Rand, Solar Turbines, Wärtsilä, Waukesha and Worthington. This is a great opportunity if you have experience working in Refinery, Manufacturing, Railroad or Pipeline industries or while serving our country in the Military. To be considered for our Louisiana-based Field Compression Engineer job click on Apply Now to sign in or create an account to upload your resume.
The Field Compression Engineer position will be based out of one of Kinder Morgan's Tennessee Gas Pipeline (TGP) locations in Louisiana including but not limited to Kinder, West Monroe, Natchitoches, White Castle or our Bear Creek Storage location outside of Ruston, LA. The position will require travel throughout the Louisiana and Northeast Texas regions of the country supporting locations with equipment.
Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off. Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.
Primary Purpose
+ Provide technical expertise to support mechanical needs for the various customers.
+ Aid in the specification of natural gas compression equipment based on provided operating conditions to optimize performance efficiencies, flexibility to changes in operating conditions, long-term reliability, ease of maintenance, while minimizing 20-year life cycle costs.
+ Establish vendor relationships as applies to equipment in the area.
+ Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
+ Organize work for timely completion and be available for overtime work if required.
+ Use personal judgment and specialized knowledge to provide and safeguard confidential information.
+ Communicate in a highly professional manner. Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills, and listen carefully. Written communication such as E-mail and texting will be professional at all times.
+ Travel (up to 50%, often overnight) to contractor or Kinder Morgan sites for mechanical support as well as to attend meetings and conferences. Weekend travel is occasionally required.
+ Work with Operations in the development of annual budgets in regard to compression and ancillary equipment needs.
+ Maintain a high degree of attention to detail.
+ Be capable of managing multiple assignments with various deadlines and responsibility levels concurrently.
+ Maintain regular, dependable attendance and high level of performance.
+ Knowledgeable of company engineering specifications.
+ Knowledgeable of company and governmental safety regulations.
+ Maintain a high regard for the safety of the general public, company and contract personnel, and company assets.
+ Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, control, and instrumentation drawings.
***Position may be filled at various levels depending on the experience and job skills of the successful candidate***
Position Requirements
Educational Requirements
+ A 4-year engineering degree from an accredited school.
Job Requirements
+ Preferred two years of practical experience (post-degree) in the design and technical analysis of high pressure natural gas compressor systems.
+ Specific knowledge in natural gas compression equipment and the mechanical design of gas compression equipment (including reciprocating engines, gas turbines, electric motor drives, reciprocating compressors, and centrifugal compressors).
+ Proficiency in basic engineering skills.
+ Experience and knowledge with compressor station design.
+ Proficient in basic PC operations, including word-processing and spreadsheets.
+ Familiarity and ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams, including flow charts, cause/effect diagrams, and Piping and Instrument Drawings (P&IDs).
+ Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned. Job level will be commensurate with experience and skill sets. The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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Compress engineer job description example 2
Raytheon Technologies compress engineer job description
Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight-designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we're seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.
Come ready to explore and you'll find a place where your talent takes flight-beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we'll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that's evolving fast to the future.
Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
Job Description:
The Aero Thermal Fluids (ATF) organization is responsible for the functional aerodynamic design, analysis and performance of components and modules throughout Pratt & Whitney commercial and military engine product lines.
We are seeking experienced turbomachinery aerodynamicists to join our Fan, Low Pressure Compressor or High Pressure Compressor aerodynamics teams.
We are seeking multiple candidates with advanced skills in turbomachinery aerodynamics design, and expert technical proficiency using/developing high fidelity modeling (Computational Fluid Dynamics) of rotating airfoils and vanes. We are seeking motivated engineers with strong technical, problem solving, and communication skills to join our team and be part of continuing Pratt & Whitney's industry leadership in current and next generation propulsion systems.
Responsibilities include:
Technical execution of all aspects of high-fidelity modeling workflow: flowpath lofting, model development, grid generation, analysis execution, post-processing results, and analysis / interpretation of results as part of technology and product development programs.
Interaction with engine system disciplines to meet performance, operability, air system and validation requirements, and
Interaction with component disciplines to meet structures, aeromechanics, mechanical design, durability, and manufacturing requirements.
Create models, perform aero thermal fluids analyses, and integrate solutions with internal systems organizations.
Coordinate analyses and communicate results as part of a cross-disciplinary team.
Be responsible for timely and quality delivery of aerothermal analyses and contract deliverables.
Process analytical and rig/engine test data to inform design decisions and root cause analyses.
Support rig and/or engine testing, analyze results in support of analytical model validation and product design verification.
Lead resolution of significant program issues, identify risks, develop mitigation plans and design solutions.
Contribute to discipline process / tool development and continuous improvement strategic plans / tasks.
Mentor engineers and contribute to sustained discipline health.
Basic Qualifications:
BS Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math ( STEM)
2+ years of prior relevant engineering experience, or no experience with an advanced engineering degree.
US Citizenship required due to government contracts.
Ability to obtain a security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
An active US Govt security clearance.
Demonstrated technical excellence in aerodynamic/fluid mechanics analysis and their associated analysis tools (CFD, FEA, CAD, Matlab, etc).
Experience leading aerothermal fluids teams and projects.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to work in cross-disciplinary teams.
What is my role type?
In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We've introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:
Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. This means that responsibilities of the job need to be performed onsite on a regular basis.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.
Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
Come ready to explore and you'll find a place where your talent takes flight-beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we'll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that's evolving fast to the future.
Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
Job Description:
The Aero Thermal Fluids (ATF) organization is responsible for the functional aerodynamic design, analysis and performance of components and modules throughout Pratt & Whitney commercial and military engine product lines.
We are seeking experienced turbomachinery aerodynamicists to join our Fan, Low Pressure Compressor or High Pressure Compressor aerodynamics teams.
We are seeking multiple candidates with advanced skills in turbomachinery aerodynamics design, and expert technical proficiency using/developing high fidelity modeling (Computational Fluid Dynamics) of rotating airfoils and vanes. We are seeking motivated engineers with strong technical, problem solving, and communication skills to join our team and be part of continuing Pratt & Whitney's industry leadership in current and next generation propulsion systems.
Responsibilities include:
Technical execution of all aspects of high-fidelity modeling workflow: flowpath lofting, model development, grid generation, analysis execution, post-processing results, and analysis / interpretation of results as part of technology and product development programs.
Interaction with engine system disciplines to meet performance, operability, air system and validation requirements, and
Interaction with component disciplines to meet structures, aeromechanics, mechanical design, durability, and manufacturing requirements.
Create models, perform aero thermal fluids analyses, and integrate solutions with internal systems organizations.
Coordinate analyses and communicate results as part of a cross-disciplinary team.
Be responsible for timely and quality delivery of aerothermal analyses and contract deliverables.
Process analytical and rig/engine test data to inform design decisions and root cause analyses.
Support rig and/or engine testing, analyze results in support of analytical model validation and product design verification.
Lead resolution of significant program issues, identify risks, develop mitigation plans and design solutions.
Contribute to discipline process / tool development and continuous improvement strategic plans / tasks.
Mentor engineers and contribute to sustained discipline health.
Basic Qualifications:
BS Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math ( STEM)
2+ years of prior relevant engineering experience, or no experience with an advanced engineering degree.
US Citizenship required due to government contracts.
Ability to obtain a security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
An active US Govt security clearance.
Demonstrated technical excellence in aerodynamic/fluid mechanics analysis and their associated analysis tools (CFD, FEA, CAD, Matlab, etc).
Experience leading aerothermal fluids teams and projects.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to work in cross-disciplinary teams.
What is my role type?
In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We've introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:
Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. This means that responsibilities of the job need to be performed onsite on a regular basis.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.
Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024