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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Reliability Engineer - **Company:** CareerCircle - **Location:** Wichita, KS, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $145,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Reliability Engineering, Process Control Systems - **Published:** September 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/ks/wichita/02146094-2b17-4619-9d2f-d1b694737589 ## About the Role Planning Machinery Visionary Operations Automation Innovation Reliability Natural Gas Coordinating Transmission Communication Investigation Commissioning Decision Making Control Systems Asset Management Equipment Repair Technical Issues Analytical Skills Safety Procedures Project Management Knowledge Transfer Automation Systems Compressor Station Root Cause Analysis Time Off Management Industrial Equipment Engineering Drawings Predictive Analytics Project Documentation Operational Historian Petroleum Engineering Operation Maintenance Valid Driver's License Electrical Engineering Corrective Maintenance Reliability Engineering Engineering Design Process Industrial Control Systems Code Of Federal Regulations Open Systems Interconnection Continuous Improvement Process Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Programmable Logic Controllers Programming Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA), * Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program, preferably in electrical, automation, or mechanical engineering. * At least 3 years of experience with PLC programming, SCADA, and/or automation systems. * Hands-on experience with compressor station installation and commissioning projects. * Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. * Willingness and commitment to travel as required, including day trips and occasional overnight travel. * Knowledge of 2-cycle, 4-cycle, and turbine engine operations and their associated control systems. * Knowledge of auxiliary systems required to support a natural gas compression fleet. * Ability to perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and failure investigations on mechanical and control systems. * Ability to read, interpret, and review technical documents, engineering drawings, and equipment specifications. * Strong analytical skills to evaluate equipment performance data and identify reliability improvement opportunities. * Ability to work collaboratively with operations, maintenance, engineering, and external partners. * Capability to comply with and apply relevant engineering codes, standards, and regulations. * Ability to pass required screening, including acceptable driving and safety-related history. Additional Skills & Qualifications * Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certificate. * Experience using OSI PI or similar analytics and data historian programs. * Knowledge and/or experience with the use of PLCs in industrial control systems beyond the minimum required level. * Knowledge of industrial engines and compressors, including their operation, maintenance, and failure modes. * Knowledge of natural gas transmission regulations such as 49 CFR 192 and OSHA requirements, as well as internal policies and procedures. * Understanding of industrial engine and compressor machinery analysis techniques. * Exposure to mechanical, electrical, design, construction, and piping systems related to compressor stations. * Experience in petroleum engineering, pipeline engineering, or pipeline design. * Familiarity with automation systems and electrical engineering concepts applied to industrial facilities. * Experience with inspection and oversight of pipeline construction and compressor station projects. * Basic proficiency with 2D AutoCAD or similar drafting tools for minimal drafting tasks (approximately 5-10%, with support from dedicated drafters and designers). * Strong communication skills to prepare technical reports, studies, and project documentation. * Ability to mentor, collaborate, and share knowledge within a small reliability-focused team., Wichita, KS*On-Site AutoCAD Planning Machinery Visionary Operations Automation Innovation Reliability Natural Gas Coordinating Transmission Communication Investigation Commissioning Decision Making Control Systems Asset Management Equipment Repair Technical Issues Analytical Skills Safety Procedures Project Management Knowledge Transfer Automation Systems Compressor Station Root Cause Analysis Time Off Management Industrial Equipment Engineering Drawings Predictive Analytics Project Documentation Operational Historian Petroleum Engineering Operation Maintenance Valid Driver's License Electrical Engineering Corrective Maintenance Reliability Engineering Engineering Design Process Industrial Control Systems Code Of Federal Regulations Open Systems Interconnection Continuous Improvement Process Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Programmable Logic Controllers Programming Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA) ## Description The Reliability Engineer analyzes the performance and condition of a large natural gas compressor fleet, troubleshoots equipment and control-system issues, investigates failures, and develops maintenance and equipment-improvement strategies to keep compressor stations operating safely and reliably. This role supports the planning, design, construction, alteration, maintenance, commissioning, troubleshooting, and improvement of compressor stations across a 5,800-mile natural gas transmission system. The engineer focuses on equipment performance, reliability, and maintenance, working closely with operations, project management, vendors, and maintenance personnel to improve equipment availability, reduce downtime, and optimize compressor station performance., * Support the reliability, performance, and maintenance of natural gas compressor station equipment and auxiliary systems across the pipeline system. * Analyze equipment health, operational trends, and performance data to identify opportunities for reliability and efficiency improvements. * Perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, failure investigations, and optimization studies on compressor and mechanical systems. * Develop clear recommendations for equipment repair, replacement, upgrades, and redesign initiatives to improve reliability and performance. * Assist with the specification, evaluation, installation, testing, commissioning, and startup of mechanical equipment and control systems at compressor stations. * Support preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs to improve equipment availability and reduce unplanned failures. * Lead or participate in equipment reliability and efficiency improvement projects from concept through implementation. * Perform minimal drafting tasks as needed, coordinating with drafting and design staff for more complex work. * Utilize analytics and asset management tools to monitor equipment health, track reliability metrics, and identify emerging issues. * Work closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, project teams, contractors, and vendors to execute projects and resolve technical issues in a timely manner. * Review technical documents, equipment specifications, engineering designs, and contractor work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable requirements. * Ensure all engineering activities comply with applicable codes, standards, regulations, and internal company requirements. * Develop technical reports, engineering studies, specifications, and project documentation to support decision-making and project execution. * Support the development and continuous improvement of engineering standards, maintenance strategies, and best practices for compressor station equipment. * Serve as a technical resource and subject matter expert for compressor station equipment, reliability, and asset performance initiatives. * Provide technical guidance and support to operations and maintenance personnel in the field. * Oversee contractors, consultants, or other technical resources on assigned projects as needed, ensuring safe and effective work execution. * Collaborate with another reliability engineer and a reliability specialist, actively participating in training and knowledge transfer during the technical ramp-up period. * Travel regularly to compressor stations to support PLC programming, commissioning, and startup of compressor stations and related assets. ## Related Videos - [Photonic Computing: Programming a New Class of AI Accelerators (incl. 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