Compression Optimization Engineer I/II/III
EQT Corporation
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Canonsburg • Pennsylvania • United States
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About the role
- Serve as the primary engineering resource for assigned compressor stations, spending significant time in the field supporting operations and maintenance teams.
- Diagnose and resolve compressor and engine performance issues including vibration, high temps, detonation, fuel inefficiency, pulsation, and mechanical failures.
- Drive reliability improvements for reciprocating compressors and natural gas engines by identifying failure patterns and implementing corrective actions.
- Provide onsite support during overhauls, top-end/bottom-end rebuilds, cylinder swaps, unit startups, and recommissioning activities.
- Adjust operating parameters, evaluate load steps, analyze horsepower utilization, and optimize units for throughput and fuel efficiency.
- Lead field-level investigations into mechanical and operational failures and develop practical, implementable solutions.
- Partner with maintenance teams to improve PM intervals, component life cycles, and condition-based monitoring practices.
- Assist with engine tuning, AFR adjustments, emissions troubleshooting, and compliance support.
- Conduct routine site visits to assess equipment condition, operating practices, and safety compliance.
- Work directly with Ariel, CAT, Waukesha, and other OEM reps during troubleshooting and major maintenance events.
- Provides administrative support functions including monitoring priorities of current and anticipated workload and organizing and conducting assignments according to deadlines.
- Effectively navigates and adheres to team workflows to ensure smooth and consistent operations.
- Understand priorities and deadlines as conveyed by Manager and effectively executes, with occasional supervision.
- Leverages enterprise software systems to efficiently store, manage, and track critical information and documentation.
Requirements
- 0–6+ years of direct experience supporting field compression assets in gathering or transmission systems.
- Deep working knowledge of reciprocating compressors (clearances, valves, rod loads, pulsation, capacity control) and large-bore gas engines.
- Experience with CAT and/or Waukesha engines, including ignition timing, detonation management, and emissions control systems.
- Experienced in Ariel Performance, eRCM, Gerp, Process simulation experience also a plus (Promax, Hysys)
- Ability to interpret vibration data, oil analysis results, and performance trends to proactively address issues.
- Working understanding of compressor control panels, PLC logic, and SCADA data — with the ability to connect data trends to mechanical realities in the field.
- Comfortable working outdoors, in compressor buildings, and during major maintenance events — not just behind a desk.
- Ability to make sound technical decisions in real-time operational situations.
- Strong commitment to safe work practices and the ability to lead by example in field environments.
- Willingness to travel to multiple compressor stations and respond to operational issues when needed.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
reciprocating compressorslarge-bore gas enginesengine tuningAFR adjustmentsemissions troubleshootingvibration data interpretationoil analysiscompressor control panelsPLC logicSCADA data
Soft Skills
leadershipproblem-solvingcommunicationtime managementteam collaborationdecision-makingsafety commitmentadaptabilityorganizational skillsfield investigation