Oil & Gas Engineer

Pioneer Production Services, Inc.

ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL, CIVIL, ETC.)

Location – Houma, LA

Pay: $55- $80 per hour (Depends on Experience)

Company Overview

Pioneer Production Services, Inc. is a supplemental contract labor company founded in 2010 that provides specialized personnel to the oil, gas, and offshore marine industries. The company offers a wide range of services, including production operations, mechanical and electrical work, crane operations, marine rigging, dispatching, and maintenance. Its headquarters are in Lockport, LA, and it operates across North America.

Job Summary

We are seeking a versatile and motivated Oil & Gas Engineer to support the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of energy assets across production, processing, transportation, or refining systems.

This role provides engineering support for day-to-day operations, troubleshooting, optimization, and capital projects. The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and commercial teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of oil & gas facilities, including production sites, pipelines, processing plants, or refineries
• Monitor system performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, and throughput
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement corrective actions
• Perform engineering calculations, data analysis, and performance evaluations
• Assist with design, modification, and optimization of equipment and systems
• Support planning and execution of maintenance activities, turnarounds, and projects
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) for incidents, failures, and process upsets
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, procedures, and reports
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, maintenance, HSE, and project management
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Civil, Pipeline or related discipline)
• 2 years of experience in the oil & gas, energy, or industrial sector
• Basic understanding of:
• Fluid flow, thermodynamics, and mechanical systems
• Oil & gas production, processing, or transportation systems
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in upstream, midstream, or downstream operations
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (API, OSHA, PHMSA, EPA)
• Experience with engineering software or modeling tools
• Exposure to control systems (SCADA/DCS)
• EIT or Professional Engineer (PE) certification
  
  

Key Competencies

• Safety-focused with strong operational awareness
• Ability to work in dynamic, high-consequence environments
• Strong attention to detail and data-driven decision-making
• Adaptability and willingness to learn across multiple disciplines
• Ownership mindset with a focus on results
  
  

Work Environment

• Combination of office and field environment
• May include travel to operational sites (onshore or offshore)
• Exposure to industrial conditions such as noise, heat, and hydrocarbons
  
  

Benefits Offered

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Vacation pay for eligible employees
• Equal Opportunity Employer