Engineer I

Company Information

Stampede Midstream is a Denver-based midstream company committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient energy infrastructure solutions in the DJ Basin. Formed through the merger of Taproot Rockies Midstream and Zen Midstream LLC and backed by Quantum Energy Partners, Stampede delivers value through operational excellence, responsible development, and strong customer partnerships.

Stampede currently owns and operates more than 150 miles of crude gathering and transportation pipeline and over 175 miles of produced water gathering pipeline across more than one million combined dedicated acres. Stampede also operates a robust fresh water supply, storage, and distribution system, as well as the Ren Compressor Station and associated gas gathering and gas lift infrastructure in the northeastern DJ Basin. Stampede currently transports more than 80,000 barrels of crude oil per day, 100,000 barrels of produced water per day, and gathers more than 75 MMcf of natural gas per day.

What it takes to be successful in this role:

The successful candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to learn. They are comfortable working with both technical data & field personnel, take ownership of their work, communicate effectively, & maintain a strong commitment to safety, accuracy, & continuous improvement.

Summary

Stampede Midstream is seeking an early-career engineer to support hydraulic modeling, project execution, GIS mapping, & engineering compliance activities across our gathering & transmission assets. This role provides hands-on exposure to system design, operations, capital projects, & regulatory compliance while partnering with engineering, operations, & commercial teams.

Job Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Hydraulic Modeling

•Build, calibrate, & maintain hydraulic models for gas, crude oil, & produced water gathering & transmission systems.

•Perform capacity, pressure-drop, & system optimization analyses for new well connections, system expansions, compression additions, & facility upgrades.

•Validate & improve models using SCADA, flow measurement, pressure, & temperature data.

•Prepare clear recommendations & technical summaries for engineering, operations, & commercial stakeholders.

•Support debottlenecking & system performance improvement initiatives.

Project Management Support

•Assist with capital projects from concept through construction & commissioning. 

•Develop & maintain project schedules, budgets, cost tracking tools, & status reports. 

•Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, consultants, & vendors to support project execution. 

•Review contractor submittals, RFIs, & change requests, & track project action items. 

•Assist with bid packages, AFE development, material tracking, field visits, & construction inspections.

GIS & Asset Management

•Create & maintain GIS datasets, maps, & route alignments for pipelines, facilities, & rights-of-way.

•Develop route alternatives, alignment sheets, & project maps to support engineering, land, permitting, & construction activities.

•Integrate survey, as-built, & field data into company GIS systems to maintain accurate asset records.

•Support asset data management by linking GIS information with hydraulic models & integrity records.

•Perform spatial analysis to support permitting, regulatory, & project development effort

Engineering Support & Compliance

•Support engineering studies, technical reports, design reviews, & management of change (MOC) processes.

•Maintain accurate engineering documentation, drawings, & project records.

•Apply company engineering standards, design practices, & industry codes to assigned work.

•Support compliance with applicable federal & state pipeline regulations.

•Promote safe, reliable operations through attention to detail, risk awareness, & continuous improvement.

•Provide engineering support to other departments & assist with additional projects as needed.

Core Competencies

•Analytical thinking

•Attention to detail

•Ownership

•Collaboration

•Eagerness to learn

Education & Experience (required):

•Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, Petroleum, or a related engineering discipline.

•0-3 years of relevant experience, including internships or co-ops in oil & gas, midstream, pipeline, or related industries.

•Understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, & pipe flow fundamentals.

•Proficiency with Microsoft Excel & the Microsoft Office Suite.

•Exposure to GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, or similar platforms.

•Strong written & verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.

•Strong analytical, organizational, & problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities & meet deadlines.

Education & Experience (preferred):

•Experience with pipeline hydraulic simulation software such as Synergi Pipeline Simulator, PipelineStudio, PIPESIM, OLGA, Aspen HYSYS, or similar.

•Familiarity with project scheduling tools (Microsoft Project, Primavera) & cost control basics.

•Knowledge of pipeline regulations & codes, including 49 CFR Parts 192 & 195, ASME B31.8, & ASME B31.4.

Other Requirements

•Must be able to pass a pre-employment background screening

•Ability to legally work in the US without sponsorship 

Compensation

Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $73,800-$116,000 annually in this location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience & expertise & may vary from the amount listed above. 

Top Benefits & Perks

•Medical Plan: Stampede offers multiple medical plans to choose from. 

oLowest level plan premiums are covered at 100% for employee & dependents

oAdditional buy-up plan options available with premiums covered at 75% for employee & dependents

•HSA with Stampede per pay period contribution.

•FSA across multiple medical plans.

•Dental Plan: Stampede covers premiums for dental plans for employees & dependents. 

oAdditional buy-up plan option available with premiums covered at 75% for employee & dependents

•Vision plans. 

•Long-term disability, life insurance, & AD&D covered by Stampede. 

•401k plan: Stampede matches 100% of employee contributions up to the first 4% of compensation. 

•Paid Time Off. 

•Paid Volunteer Day. 

•Sick Time.

•Onsite Gyms.

•Paid Parking or RTD Pass.

•Cellphone reimbursement. 

Location

This position is located Denver, Colorado. Candidates currently residing in locations outside of daily commuting distance will be considered, however, it is the expectation that the selected individual will be available at the work location. No relocation or travel assistance will be provided by the Company for this position. 

Work Environment

This position operates in an office environment. This entails working inside in an office space wherein employee may be provided a public work station (cubicle) or private office. From time to time, the role will require field visits where exposure to extreme weather conditions, fumes, airborne particles, vibrations, dust, electrical charges & other unforeseen exposures may be encountered. 

Physical Demands

In the performance of the duties & responsibilities of this job, the employee is required to have visual acuity to operate a motor vehicle & view a computer terminal for prolonged periods of time. While at work sites, the employee will be expected to walk & stand. Individuals might be asked to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and/or crawl. Individuals might be required to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. in the performance of this position. 

Position Type & Working Hours

This is a full-time position. We operate on a 9/80 work schedule. Typical work hours are from 8am-5pm Monday through Thursday, and 8am-4pm. on working Fridays. Employee must be capable & willing to work overtime as required & to participate in occasional meetings, events, seminars, conferences, or other activities outside of typical work hours. Employees responsible for project operations are expected to monitor and, in some cases, respond to emails, calls, or texts outside of business hours.

Travel

Occasional travel to work site locations may be expected. Overnight stays may be required from time to time for training, seminars, field visits, or visits to onsite locations. 

Disclaimer

This job posting is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The Company reserves the right to change or assign additional duties, responsibilities, & activities at any time with or without notice. 

Hiring Practices

Stampede is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, & local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities & disabled veterans in our application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact HR at View email address on denverjobsite.com. Final candidates may be required to pass pre-employment screenings including but not limited to background checks & drug screens.

How to Apply

This position's application window is anticipated to close on 12/3/2026 based on our current hiring timeline. The deadline may be extended if needed, and any updates will be reflected in the job posting. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interested candidates should apply via the LinkedIn job posting. Candidates selected to move forward in Stampede's hiring process will be contacted to schedule a phone or in-person interview.