Director of Technical Services

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

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Summary

The Director of Technical Services provides strategic and technical leadership across operations, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient pipeline and compressor station facility performance. This role oversees engineering, technical services and operational technology functions, driving consistency, compliance, and continuous improvement across the asset base. The director partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Integrity, Commercial, and IT to deliver highquality technical solutions that support throughput, reliability, and regulatory expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Governance

• Establish and maintain technical standards, engineering practices, and operational procedures for pipelines and compressor station facilities.

• Provide technical guidance to operations leadership on asset performance, equipment reliability, and system optimization.
• Lead rootcause analyses and technical investigations for operational incidents or equipment failures.

Operational Support & Optimization

• Direct technical support teams responsible for troubleshooting, field support, and equipment performance across the asset footprint.
• Partner with Operations to identify and implement improvements that enhance throughput, reduce downtime, and optimize energy usage.
• Oversee the evaluation and deployment of new technologies, automation, and digital tools that improve operational visibility and reliability.

Project & Engineering Oversight

• Lead or support capital and major maintenance projects, ensuring technical quality, cost control, and alignment with operational needs.
• Review engineering designs, specifications, and vendor proposals to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with Integrity Management on risk assessments, remediation plans, and longterm asset strategies.

Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee audits, inspections, and reporting related to PHMSA, FERC, state agencies, and internal compliance programs.
• Maintain strong documentation and governance practices across technical disciplines.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead a multidisciplinary technical services team (engineering, pipeline operations, mechanical, electrical and controls specialists).
• Develop talent through coaching, training, and succession planning.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

CrossFunctional Collaboration

• Serve as a key technical advisor to Operations, Commercial, Engineering, and senior leadership.
• Translate operational needs into technical requirements and ensure alignment across departments.
• Represent the company in industry groups, technical committees, and vendor engagements.