Associate Engineer, Engineering Development Program
The Associate Engineer participates in Confidential Client's Engineering Development Program, gaining broad exposure to critical organizational areas through immersive assignments and mentorship over 2-3 years. This entry-level role involves supporting engineering and capital projects, operations, and asset integrity programs within the oil and gas midstream sector, emphasizing problem solving, project execution, and professional growth in a dynamic, safety-focused environment.
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Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Associate Engineer to join an Engineering Development Program (EDP). This program provides 2–3 year rotational assignments across multiple engineering and capital-project functions, paired with mentorship and training to accelerate technical and professional growth.
Responsibilities & Essential Functions
- Provide project support by developing engineering solutions and preparing documentation for capital projects.
- Perform engineering drawing walk‑downs and coordinate with stakeholders on drawing revisions and approvals.
- Shadow and support project management through scoping, estimating, procurement, construction management, commissioning and closeout.
- Support operations and disciplines engineers to improve asset reliability.
- Assist with asset integrity program activities including data analysis, schedule tracking and KPI reporting.
- Analyze program performance data and produce actionable insights to prioritize maintenance work.
- Complete other duties and projects as assigned within program rotations.
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
- 0–2 years relevant experience (internships/co‑ops count toward experience).
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Familiarity with pipeline and terminal operations (preferred).
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Travel: approximately 25%–50% (varies by assignment).
- Employment type: Full‑time, Contract.
Preferred / Desired Skills
- Strong performance in prior internship or cooperative work.
- Ability to present technical information clearly and concisely.
- Exposure to or proficiency with AutoCAD, Power BI, SQL, GIS.
- Background in technical writing.
- EIT registration is desirable.
Attributes & Work Environment
- Self-starter with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
- Comfortable in a fast‑paced, high‑impact environment and handling multiple assignments.
- Must be able to perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including regular and punctual attendance.
Compensation & Logistics
- Estimated base (provided in source): $77,954 per year (estimated).
- Location: Houston, TX.
- Travel: 25%–50% depending on rotation and assignment.
- This role supports development across engineering, project execution and operations within the Confidential Client’s Energy, Oil & Gas business.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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