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Hands-on experience with surface systems and wellhead/reinjection integration. * Experience supporting technical evaluations or Owner's Engineer roles. * Experience with thermal/process system design ...

... surface facility designs and solutions. This position will include exposure to all facets of the ... equipment, Wellhead Tree design, Piping Systems, Site Construction support, Asset Integrity ...

Job Purpose Hiring for a Product Engineer to join our Surface Team in Houston, TX! TechnipFMC ... Working knowledge of at least one TechnipFMC or related 6A/6D/17D wellhead / valve product line ...

Maintain Surface WCE such as Choke and Kill Systems, Motion Compensation Systems and Riser Systems ... LMRP, and wellhead components * Participate in pressure testing, function testing, and ...

Field Sales Representative

Midland, TX

$20.50 - $28.25/hr

... surface safety systems for the worldwide oil and gas industry. Stream-Flo offers employees a ... Communicate customer needs to internal departments such as, Inside sales, Service, Engineering and ...

Job Purpose Hiring for a Product Engineer to join our Surface Team in Houston, TX! TechnipFMC ... Working knowledge of at least one TechnipFMC or related 6A/6D/17D wellhead / valve product line ...

I&C Commissioning Engineer

Houston, TX

$79K - $103K/yr

Description The I&C Commissioning Engineer plans, executes, and oversees all instrumentation ... Commission well field instrumentation and automation: wellhead sensors, downhole monitoring ...

Field Sales Representative

Midland, TX · On-site

$20.50 - $28.25/hr

... surface safety systems for the worldwide oil and gas industry. Stream-Flo offers employees a ... Communicate customer needs to internal departments such as, Inside sales, Service, Engineering and ...

Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), we are executing our next phase of growth as we advance our ... Deep Fission is seeking a Designer/Drafter to support the engineering and layout of surface ...

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How much do commission surface wellhead engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for commission surface wellhead engineer in the United States is $55.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.14 and $74.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a wellhead engineer do?

A wellhead engineer designs, installs, and maintains wellhead equipment used to control pressure and flow in oil and gas wells. They ensure the safety and integrity of wellhead systems, often working with hydraulic and mechanical tools, and may require certifications in safety standards and engineering practices.

What engineers make $300,000 a year?

Senior engineers in specialized fields such as petroleum, aerospace, or software engineering can earn $300,000 or more annually, especially with extensive experience, advanced skills, and leadership roles. High compensation often involves working in high-demand industries, managing large projects, or holding executive-level responsibilities.

What is the difference between Commission Surface Wellhead Engineer vs Production Engineer?

AspectCommission Surface Wellhead EngineerProduction Engineer
Primary FocusCommissioning and testing wellhead equipment on surfaceManaging overall production processes and optimization
CertificationsRelevant engineering degrees, safety certificationsEngineering degrees, safety and process certifications
Work EnvironmentOn-site at well sites during commissioningField and office-based, overseeing production operations
Industry UsageCommon during initial well setup and commissioning phasesOngoing production management and optimization

The Commission Surface Wellhead Engineer primarily focuses on the commissioning and testing of wellhead equipment at the surface during initial well setup. In contrast, the Production Engineer oversees the ongoing production process, ensuring efficient and safe extraction. While both roles require engineering credentials and safety certifications, their work environments and responsibilities differ significantly, with the Commission Surface Wellhead Engineer involved mainly during well commissioning and the Production Engineer managing daily operations.

What engineer makes $500,000 a year?

A senior surface wellhead engineer in the oil and gas industry can earn $500,000 or more annually, especially with extensive experience, specialized skills, and working in high-cost regions. Such roles often require advanced certifications, deep technical knowledge, and leadership responsibilities in exploration, drilling, or production operations.

What is a wellhead job description?

A wellhead engineer is responsible for designing, installing, and maintaining wellhead equipment used to control pressure and flow in oil and gas wells. They ensure the safety and integrity of the well during drilling, completion, and production operations, often working with specialized tools and adhering to industry standards. Strong technical knowledge and certifications in well control are typically required for this role.
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Senior Geothermal Consultant

Senior Geothermal Consultant

Black & Veatch

Burlington, MA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Black & Veatch rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

72nd of 368 rated engineering


Job description

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.  

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation  

Req Id : 115657 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : No 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Project Only Hire : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No 

Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you'll be part of work that matters-designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other-speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You'll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world-gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you'll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

The Opportunity

Black & Veatch has an exciting opportunity within our Infrastructure Advisory Technical Delivery Team. The Geothermal Senior Consultant serves as a hands-on technical lead supporting engineering design, technical evaluations, and multidisciplinary integration of utility-scale geothermal surface facilities and associated infrastructure. In addition to core responsibilities, there may be opportunities for the individual to contribute additional time supporting similar project work aligned with their technical expertise. 

This role focuses on surface systems (wellhead to point of interconnection) and the interfaces between subsurface resources and the electric grid, translating technical inputs into actionable design solutions. 

The position supports technical diligence, feasibility studies, FEL/FEED engineering, and detailed design while collaborating across subsurface, process/mechanical, and power systems disciplines. 

The Team

Black&Veatch'sInfrastructureAdvisoryBusinessprovidesaportfolioofsolutionsfocusedontheassetlifecycle,includingAssetManagement&Operations&Maintenance,InfrastructureTechnology,Cybersecurity solutions,PlanningandTransactions. InthisroleyouwillbepartoftheTechnicalTeamsupportingSolutionsincluding Asset Engineering and Transactions. 

The Technical Team is a diverse team of professionals who are given a wide range of technical projects and skills to equip them to have a solid foundation and move into a specific career track as they advance and develop their skills and capabilities. 

Key Responsibilities

Technical Evaluation and Advisory 

  • Execute technical due diligence, feasibility studies, and risk assessments for geothermal surface and wellfield interface systems. 
  • Develop technical deliverables defining assumptions, risks, constraints, and recommended paths forward. 
  • Support Owner's Engineer / Independent Engineer scopes through disciplined technical review. 
  • Translate subsurface data (well performance, reservoir behavior) into actionable surface system inputs. 

Engineering & Design Leadership (Surface Systems) 

  • Lead or support engineering of surface systems including heat rejection, steam/brine handling, and reinjection systems. 
  • Develop and review mass and energy balances, PFDs, and equipment definitions. 
  • Support FEL/FEED deliverables, Basis of Design documents, and system layouts. 
  • Participate in HAZOP, operability reviews, and commissioning activities. 

Subsurface Interface & Wellhead / Reinjection Design 

  • Provide technical oversight of surface-subsurface interface design including wellhead and reinjection systems. 
  • Integrate subsurface inputs including flow, pressure, temperature, and fluid chemistry into design basis. 
  • Support conceptual and FEED-stage design of wellhead piping, control systems, and reinjection networks. 
  • Ensure alignment between reservoir strategy and surface system performance. 
  • Identify and communicate interface risks between reservoir behavior and surface system design. 

Grid / Interconnection Coordination (Desired, not required) 

  • Support interconnection studies by defining plant assumptions and coordinating across disciplines. 
  • Provide inputs for power flow and hosting capacity studies and review results. 
  • Evaluate impacts of interconnection constraints on plant configuration and auxiliary loads. 
  • Assist in identifying grid upgrade considerations and impacts to design. 

Lead preparation of reports, presentations, processes, tools, models, and other deliverables to effectively communicate analysis and recommendations to clients. This includes: 

  • Technical due diligence reports and feasibility studies. 
  • Basis of Design and FEL/FEED engineering packages. 
  • Review of heat/mass balances, PFDs, and conceptual designs. 
  • Surface-subsurface integration definitions. 
  • Interconnection study inputs and review comments. 

May support development of proposals, including strategy, scope and fee, and may support business development activities. 

Proactively develops additional knowledge and experience in area(s) of expertise and participates in professional development opportunities and with professional societies, including presenting at conferences. Shares current knowledge and independently mentors lower level and mid-level professionals in latest technology and processes. 

Actively coordinates with team members and subject matter experts to align project deliverable content, ensure high-quality deliverables and successful project outcomes, including: 

  • Subsurface/reservoir engineering teams. 
  • Process, mechanical, and electrical engineering disciplines. 
  • Power systems and interconnection engineers. 
  • Environmental/permitting and project management teams. 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience across feasibility, FEED, detailed design, and construction support. 
  • Hands-on experience with surface systems and wellhead/reinjection integration. 
  • Experience supporting technical evaluations or Owner's Engineer roles. 
  • Experience with thermal/process system design and fluid handling, multidisciplinary coordination, and technical risk identification and communication. 
  • Professional Engineer (PE) or equivalent. 
  • Five or more (5+) years' experience in geothermal and/or thermal power generation projects. 
  • Experience with advanced geothermal systems or emerging technologies. 
  • Exposure to interconnection studies or grid coordination. 
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or relevant work experience. 7+ years experience in a business/consulting environment. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Work Environment/Physical Demands

This position will be based out of Black & Veatch office location within the United States. 

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Salary Plan
CST: Consulting
Job Grade
017

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Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

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Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Overland Park, KS, US

Year founded

1915