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Senior Engineer

AlphaStaffHCM
San Antonio, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 9/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/28/2026
A client of AlphaStaffHCM™ is looking for a Senior Engineer. This individual will provide technical leadership and engineering expertise to support the development, execution, and optimization of complex engineering projects within the natural gas industry. The Senior Engineer will partner closely with Operations, Engineering, and Business Development teams to develop safe, efficient, and compliant solutions while supporting process improvements, troubleshooting efforts, and project execution.

Day to day: The Senior Engineer is responsible for managing complex engineering projects from concept through completion while providing technical guidance, process safety support, and operational expertise across the organization.

  • Lead the full project lifecycle for large-scale engineering projects, including design, development, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project closeout.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers while promoting engineering excellence and compliance with company standards.
  • Serve as a technical resource for Operations and Engineering teams by troubleshooting complex process and facility issues.
  • Support Process Safety Management (PSM) programs, including Process Safety Information (PSI), Management of Change (MOC), Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR).
  • Maintain and utilize process simulation models for troubleshooting, project development, training, and cost estimation.
  • Partner with Engineering and Business Development teams to evaluate projects and develop technical solutions and project estimates.
  • Review facility, equipment, and process designs to ensure operational efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • Develop equipment and instrumentation specifications and perform engineering calculations and technical analyses.
  • Monitor project schedules, budgets, and performance while recommending adjustments as needed.
  • Promote a culture of safety and ensure adherence to all company, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Must Have's

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in Engineering, Project Management, Operations Support, or a related field.
  • Previous experience within the natural gas industry.
  • Experience utilizing engineering analysis and process simulation software.
  • Strong knowledge of process engineering, optimization, controls, and troubleshooting.
  • Comprehensive understanding of safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Plusses

  • Experience leading cross-functional engineering projects.
  • Demonstrated mentoring or leadership experience with engineering teams.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Experience supporting Process Safety Management (PSM) programs and initiatives.

Benefits

  • Competitive annual bonus.
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Paid Sick Leave.
  • Robust benefits package

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to travel to field locations and remote operating sites as needed.
  • Ability to walk, climb, bend, lift, and work in industrial environments.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safely perform duties in varying weather and site conditions.

Disclaimers: AlphaStaff, Inc. and the Client are equal employment opportunity employers and do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, past or present military service, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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