Director, Fleet Support & Engineering

Job DetailsJob Location: Estis Management Legal Address (K1) - Kilgore, TX 75691 Responsibilities/Job Duties   Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Field Service Engineers and technicians capable of supporting all major basins of operation Provide advanced troubleshooting support for complex compression systems (150–700+ HP units, high-pressure gas lift, and custom applications) for operations and customers Establish standardized engineering practices for installation, commissioning, and field modifications Act as escalation point for critical field failures and customer-impacting issues Identify systemic equipment issues based on telemetry data and performance data and implement engineered solutions across the fleet Partner with supply chain and operations to standardize components and reduce failure points where appropriate Support the sales and commercial teams through customer change requests, equipment modification requests, and application strategy. Support root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and corrective action programs Own field-level execution of emissions strategy (methane reduction, compliance, and reporting) Ensure fleet adherence to federal, state, and local regulations (EPA, state environmental agencies), supporting operations and sales for customer driven emissions requests. Support deployment of emissions monitoring technologies and retrofits Lead and prioritize field-driven engineering projects (retrofits, redesigns, efficiency improvements) Support new product introductions and field validation of emerging technologies Work cross-functionally with Surface Equipment teams to transition designs into scalable field solutions Support the evaluation and deployment of automation, remote monitoring, and digital diagnostics tools where appropriate Manage projects and NPD efforts related to fleet improvements and performance optimization Build and lead a structured training program for Field Service Engineers and technicians Develop technical training curriculum (compression systems, controls, emissions systems, troubleshooting) Establish certification standards and career progression pathways Promote a culture of safety, technical rigor, and continuous learning Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field 10+ years of experience in oil & gas equipment, compression, or rotating equipment 5+ years of leadership experience managing field-based technical teams and/or engineers Deep expertise in natural gas compression systems (reciprocating compressors, engines, controls) Strong understanding of emissions regulations and field compliance requirements Proven ability to lead cross-functional engineering and operational initiatives Experience with Ariel compressors and gas lift applications Preferred Familiarity with digital monitoring systems (SCADA, IoT, predictive maintenance tools) Six Sigma / Lean certification or similar continuous improvement training   Physical Requirements Ability to stand, sit and/or walk on a hard surface as well as safely bend, stoop, reach, climb steps, and use ladder for long periods of time daily Lift up to 40 pounds as needed Vision required: 20/40 with or without corrective lenses to accurately read all related distribution documents Ability to communicate verbally using a telephone Working Conditions Office environment with controlled temperatures Routine overnight travel as needed with occasional extended stays Vehicle environment with controlled temperatures Travel required as needed (typically 20-30%) Qualifications