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Remote Oilfield Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Senior Mechanical Engineer

South Jordan, UT · On-site +1

$99K - $131K/yr

Preference will be given to candidate with experience in Mineral / Mining and/or Oil and Gas projects. * Ability and willingness to travel for meetings and site visits and accept remote assignments ...

... ranching, and oil and gas operations. This role assists in evaluating internal controls ... Participate in fieldwork, including visits to remote or operational sites Qualifications * Bachelor ...

Following initial onboarding, training, and integration, we are open to a flexible remote work schedule. This position will be supporting mining and metals, oil and gas, thermal treatment, and heavy ...

Lead Mechanical Engineer

South Jordan, UT · On-site +1

$104K - $126K/yr

Perform troubleshooting at operating mine, oil and gas plants, other heavy industrial plants, and ... Will travel for meetings and site visits and accept remote assignments, as required. Approximately ...

Nutra Account Manager Job Type: full-time; remote Location: UT How You'll Make an Impact As a Nutra ... Our specialty chemistry solutions-from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical ...

Senior Civil/Structural Engineer

UT · On-site +1

$120K - $149K/yr

Minimum of 10+ years' experience in Civil/Structural Engineering for refining, oil & gas or other ... Location: 3 days onsite in Ferndale, WA or Billings, MT, 2 days remote. *option to work from home ...

Engineer, E&I

West Valley City, UT · On-site +1

$140K - $180K/yr

This is a remote role and can be based anywhere in the United States. Must be able to travel up to ... Ranked by ENR as the #1 Power Contractor, we specialize in natural gas, oil, biomass, and waste-to ...

Engineer, E&I

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site +1

$140K - $180K/yr

This is a remote role and can be based anywhere in the United States. Must be able to travel up to ... Ranked by ENR as the #1 Power Contractor, we specialize in natural gas, oil, biomass, and waste-to ...

Engineer, E&I

Provo, UT · On-site +1

$140K - $180K/yr

This is a remote role and can be based anywhere in the United States. Must be able to travel up to ... Ranked by ENR as the #1 Power Contractor, we specialize in natural gas, oil, biomass, and waste-to ...

Remote Oilfield information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a remote oilfield position?

To excel in a Remote Oilfield role, candidates typically require expertise in oil and gas operations, strong problem-solving skills, a relevant technical degree or industry certifications, and experience with remote monitoring technologies. Familiarity with SCADA systems, satellite communication tools, and safety certifications such as H2S Alive or Well Control are common requirements. Strong communication, adaptability, and self-motivation are important soft skills, as remote work often necessitates coordination with offsite teams and independent decision-making. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensure safe, efficient operation and quick troubleshooting in isolated oilfield environments.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a remote oilfield worker?

A professional in a Remote Oilfield position is usually responsible for monitoring field operations, analyzing production data, ensuring equipment integrity, and maintaining safety protocols from a distance. Daily tasks often include using remote systems to detect anomalies, scheduling maintenance or repairs, and reporting operational status to supervisors or engineering teams. Collaboration with on-site personnel and other remote teams is common to address issues quickly and maintain optimal production. The role requires a high degree of technical proficiency and the ability to work independently, making effective communication and proactive problem-solving essential for success.

What is a remote oilfield?

A Remote Oilfield job involves working in oil and gas exploration or production sites that are located in isolated or difficult-to-access areas. These roles can include drilling, maintenance, engineering, and support services in locations far from urban centers. Workers often follow rotational schedules, spending weeks on-site before taking time off. Due to the demanding nature of the job and harsh environmental conditions, strong physical endurance and adaptability are essential. Many positions offer competitive pay, benefits, and travel accommodations to compensate for the remote setting.

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Infographic showing various Remote Oilfield job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 3% In-person, and 97% Remote job distribution.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

WSP

South Jordan, UT • On-site, Remote

$99K - $131K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

This Opportunity
WSP currently has a career opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team in South Jordan, UT and support mining and metals, oil and gas, and heavy industrial projects. The position is responsible for managing all aspects of the mechanical and piping engineering discipline. This position will be leading small to large projects and will be interacting with all members of the project team, including the client, sub-contractors, and on-site construction contractors.

Are you looking for an opportunity to work with an established engineering consulting firm that values its employee's enthusiasm and technical contributions? We encourage you to apply for this opportunity. 

We provide the atmosphere to allow individuals to grow their career.  We offer a varied and interesting diversity of clients and projects. We'd love you to join our team of friendly, hard-working, dedicated and collaborative professionals. Our ideal candidate is seeking challenging work and is committed to quality.

Your Impact

  • Work closely with the department manager to develop, plan, evaluate and recommend solutions for difficult problems.
  • Produce drawings, calculations, and other engineering documentation and follows good engineering practices, relevant codes, and standards.
  • Contribute to preparation of proposals, discipline estimates, design deliverables including but not limited to calculations/lists/drawings, specifications and other engineering documentation using standards and/or new methods as required.
  • Supervise the preparation or prepares technical specifications for purchased equipment.
  • Coordinate and interface with vendors.
  • Prepare technical evaluations of supplier's proposals.
  • Give effective presentations to customers.
  • Work with and communicate with project management team.
  • Assure that all work on assigned projects is timely, accurate and high quality.
  • Organize, plan, and coordinate own work as well as the resources assigned on a specific project.
  • Perform troubleshooting at operating mine, oil and gas plants, and other heavy industrial plants.
  • Pump and piping system calculations.
  • Pipe stress analysis.
  • Launder sizing.
  • Material handling equipment sizing (including conveyors, bins, silos).
  • Dust collection system sizing
  • Heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system sizing
  • Preparation of equipment performance specifications.
  • Equipment and valve schedules/lists, line and tie-point lists.
  • Develop technical reports.
  • Oversee and check work of other junior and mid-level mechanical engineers and designers.
  • Will travel for meetings and site visits and accept remote assignments, as required. Approximately 10% - 15% travel.

Who You Are
Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • EIT required
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and stamp is preferred in at least one state in USA with ability to acquire licenses in other states.
  • Minimum 5 - 7 years of related engineering experience in an EPCM or similar company is required for this position.
  • Knowledge and understanding of how the mechanical and piping engineering activities integrate into a complete project.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively with customers and vendors.
  • Ability to work with administrative supervision and effectively manage multiple and conflicting priorities.
  • Understanding of the technical and commercial aspects of the organization's projects and proposals.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and specialized software packages used for mechanical and piping engineering and design.
  • Knowledge of relevant industry codes such as, but not limited to, ASME, CEMA and API.
  • Preference will be given to candidate with experience in Mineral / Mining and/or Oil and Gas projects.
  • Ability and willingness to travel for meetings and site visits and accept remote assignments, as required. Approximately 10% - 15% travel.
  • Must pass background check.

Desired Qualifications

  • MS Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) from ABET accredited program.
  • Project Management experience or a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in an engineering consulting environment is a plus.
  • An up to date NCEES record.
  • Design-Build project execution experience.
  • Experience with metal/mineral mining, oil and gas, industrial water treatment, and municipal facilities projects.
  • AutoCAD, Revit, or other design program competence.

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand.  Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service. 


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