Field Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Field Engineer – Pipeline Conditioning

Remote (US-based) | 50-60% Travel | $118,000–$138,000+ Total Comp

SIGNING BONUS: $10,000

Are you a hands-on Field Engineer with oilfield experience and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering?

Do you want to apply your skills to a mission that actually protects people and communities?

Pipeline Conditioning is looking for engineers like you—who are ready to lead projects independently, work with their hands, and solve real-world problems in the field.

About us:

We are a mission-driven engineering firm that ensures the safety of new natural gas pipelines across the United States. We partner with the nation's largest utility companies to deliver critical odorization and pipeline conditioning services.

We're a small, growing company that values safety, expertise, and people. No corporate red tape—just meaningful work and a team that has your back.

Essential Functions

As a Field Engineer, you'll own projects from start to finish:

• Install, operate, and decommission specialized pipeline equipment.
• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic upkeep 
• Manage your own travel, logistics, and equipment coordination.
• Perform gas sampling, data gathering, analysis, and daily reporting.
• Communicate directly with clients and company leadership.
• Travel to job sites across the U.S.—up to targeting 50-60% of the year, including travel days.
• Work independently and be the on-site expert for our clients.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

We're looking for engineers with real field experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical or Chemical preferred).
• 2–4 years of rotational hands-on field experience (oilfield, chemical or refining preferred)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort with tools
• Ability to trace piping and valve systems
• Safety-first mindset with relevant training (OSHA, H2S, etc.)
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• U.S. work authorization (no sponsorship available)

Compensation 

• $118,000 - $126,000 in estimated annual cash compensation. 
• SIGNING BONUS: $10,000
• 10% Company Retirement Contribution, no match required
• Company credit card for all travel work related expenses while in the field – including travel, hotels, meals, and PPE (including Rx) 
• A monthly stipend for your medical, dental, and vision insurance plans 
• Stipend for cell phone and home internet services 

Who You Are

You're the kind of person who:

• Thrives working independently in the field.
• Loves solving mechanical puzzles and troubleshooting.
• Takes safety seriously—for yourself and your team.
• Communicates clearly with clients and colleagues.
• Is comfortable with travel and extended time away from home.

How to Apply  

• Please provide us with a resume and a cover letter answering the following questions:  

1. How would a travel position work with your current lifestyle?  
2. What is your experience with tool proficiency?  
3. How would you define ‘safety’ in your own words? 

We have a formal recruiting process and have a relationship with Zephyr Connects LLC, whom we use for the screening and hiring process.  If you are selected for the next step you will get instructions from Svitlana Diak within 3 days of your submission.  Everyone will be contacted.   

Pipeline Conditioning provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Pipeline Conditioning complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.  

Additional Keywords: engineer, field service engineer, project engineer, mechanical engineer, oil & gas, odorization, technician.

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