Gas Storage Engineer
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**Gas Storage Engineer**
The Gas Storage Engineer is responsible for supporting field and well operations for underground natural gas storage assets, including salt caverns and depleted reservoirs. This role provides technical expertise in well integrity, risk management, and regulatory compliance, while driving continuous improvement in storage operations and systems.
This position reports to the Manager of Gas Storage Engineering.
**Key Responsibilities**
* Plan and execute operating and maintenance activities for assigned gas storage assets in accordance with company procedures and applicable API 1170/1171 standards
* Collaborate with subject matter experts and cross\-functional stakeholders to meet deliverability, injectivity, and reliability targets
* Identify, evaluate, document, and mitigate well integrity threats
* Perform risk assessments, including threat evaluation, risk ranking, and long\-term integrity planning
* Provide technical support to internal teams, including Field Engineering, Operations, Commercial, Gas Control, Corrosion, and Regulatory groups
* Support regulatory interactions with PHMSA and state agencies as needed
* Maintain and continuously improve data systems and applications, including:
+ Gas Storage Database
+ Well Risk Matrix
+ Logging Schedules
+ Well Files
**Additional Information**
* Position level and compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications
**Position Requirements**
**Minimum Qualifications**
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Geological Sciences
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in underground natural gas storage or regulated gas industry, including work with depleted reservoirs and salt caverns
* Strong knowledge of reservoir engineering principles, including material balance, performance monitoring, and forecasting
* Ability to analyze reservoir performance, identify issues, and implement effective solutions
* Working knowledge of well operations, including wellbore and wellhead design and downhole operations
* Familiarity with well logging techniques and interpretation
* Ability to manage multiple projects and programs within budget constraints
* Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines while adhering to company policies and procedures
* Proven ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, regulators, and external stakeholders
* Commitment to safety and active participation in safety programs
* Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
* Willingness to comply with PHMSA drug testing requirements
**Work Environment**
* This role follows a hybrid schedule, with work\-from\-home on Thursday and Friday, and in\-office work on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at our downtown Houston, Texas location.
* Up to 10% travel may be required
* Occasional after\-hours support may be necessary
* Requires extended periods of computer\-based work
* Must be available to carry a company\-issued phone and laptop and respond as needed
**Preferred Qualifications**
* Knowledge of underground natural gas storage standards, practices, and procedures
* Familiarity with API RP 1170 and 1171
* Understanding of well integrity risks in depleted reservoirs and salt cavern storage
* Knowledge of failure pressure and safe operating pressure calculations for well components
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management tools
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem\-solving abilities
* Ability to organize, interpret, and apply complex technical data
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
The Gas Storage Engineer is responsible for supporting field and well operations for underground natural gas storage assets, including salt caverns and depleted reservoirs. This role provides technical expertise in well integrity, risk management, and regulatory compliance, while driving continuous improvement in storage operations and systems.
This position reports to the Manager of Gas Storage Engineering.
**Key Responsibilities**
* Plan and execute operating and maintenance activities for assigned gas storage assets in accordance with company procedures and applicable API 1170/1171 standards
* Collaborate with subject matter experts and cross\-functional stakeholders to meet deliverability, injectivity, and reliability targets
* Identify, evaluate, document, and mitigate well integrity threats
* Perform risk assessments, including threat evaluation, risk ranking, and long\-term integrity planning
* Provide technical support to internal teams, including Field Engineering, Operations, Commercial, Gas Control, Corrosion, and Regulatory groups
* Support regulatory interactions with PHMSA and state agencies as needed
* Maintain and continuously improve data systems and applications, including:
+ Gas Storage Database
+ Well Risk Matrix
+ Logging Schedules
+ Well Files
**Additional Information**
* Position level and compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications
**Position Requirements**
**Minimum Qualifications**
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Geological Sciences
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in underground natural gas storage or regulated gas industry, including work with depleted reservoirs and salt caverns
* Strong knowledge of reservoir engineering principles, including material balance, performance monitoring, and forecasting
* Ability to analyze reservoir performance, identify issues, and implement effective solutions
* Working knowledge of well operations, including wellbore and wellhead design and downhole operations
* Familiarity with well logging techniques and interpretation
* Ability to manage multiple projects and programs within budget constraints
* Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines while adhering to company policies and procedures
* Proven ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, regulators, and external stakeholders
* Commitment to safety and active participation in safety programs
* Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
* Willingness to comply with PHMSA drug testing requirements
**Work Environment**
* This role follows a hybrid schedule, with work\-from\-home on Thursday and Friday, and in\-office work on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at our downtown Houston, Texas location.
* Up to 10% travel may be required
* Occasional after\-hours support may be necessary
* Requires extended periods of computer\-based work
* Must be available to carry a company\-issued phone and laptop and respond as needed
**Preferred Qualifications**
* Knowledge of underground natural gas storage standards, practices, and procedures
* Familiarity with API RP 1170 and 1171
* Understanding of well integrity risks in depleted reservoirs and salt cavern storage
* Knowledge of failure pressure and safe operating pressure calculations for well components
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management tools
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem\-solving abilities
* Ability to organize, interpret, and apply complex technical data
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Posted: 2026-03-20