The energy sector across the USA continues to expand, creating strong demand for skilled professionals who can optimize drilling operations and reservoir performance. Currently, 329 petroleum engineer remote jobs are available, offering flexibility for candidates ready to contribute to innovative energy projects nationwide. This growing need reflects the industry's shift toward digital transformation and remote collaboration.
Successful candidates typically bring a strong foundation in reservoir engineering, drilling optimization, and production analysis, paired with proficiency in industry-standard software such as Petrel, Eclipse, or OFM. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret complex geological data are essential. Employers seeking to hire a petroleum engineer value clear communication skills, since remote teams must coordinate closely across time zones. Adaptability and a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance distinguish top performers in this field.
Remote work for petroleum engineers in the USA involves cloud-based simulation tools, virtual well-site monitoring, and regular video collaboration with cross-functional teams. Companies across Texas, Oklahoma, and beyond are increasingly embracing distributed teams to access specialized talent regardless of geography. This shift has broadened the pool of petroleum engineer vacancies, giving professionals more flexibility while helping employers fill critical roles faster.
If you're ready to advance your career and explore new petroleum engineer positions, now is the perfect time to take the next step. Global Work AI connects talented engineers with forward-thinking companies seeking remote expertise across the USA. Discover opportunities that match your skills and ambitions, and take the first step toward your next rewarding role today.
Atwell, LLC
Manage a large client portfolio in the Oil & Gas sector, overseeing project execution teams and maintaining client relationships. Lead project status meetings, negotiate schedules and contracts, and ensure projects stay within scope and budget.
remote, United States$140k – $175k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Seeq
Deliver tailored product demonstrations and presentations, provide technical guidance throughout the sales cycle, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop demo assets and best practices.
remote, United States$144k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
BB&E
Provide technical engineering support for DLA Energy fuel infrastructure, including design reviews and construction oversight. Conduct evaluations of design packages and contractor deliverables, ensuring compliance with DoD standards.
remote, United StatesFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)Elevate Human Capital
Evaluate subsurface geology and geotechnical data for marine construction projects. Prepare technical recommendations and risk assessments for project execution. Plan and oversee geotechnical investigations, including drilling and laboratory testing.
remote, TX, United States$80k – $120k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)IIIIIIUS
Support technical development and execution of energy efficiency and decarbonization projects. Conduct engineering reviews of energy savings calculations for HVAC systems, lighting, and motors.
remote, TX, United States$74k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Blue Signal Search
Guide the growth of a power delivery engineering practice, connecting business opportunities with technical capabilities. Lead client presentations, strategic discussions, and proposal efforts while providing engineering direction for electrical utility and transmission design programs.
remote, United StatesFull TimeDirectorGlobal Force USA
Design and oversee water and wastewater systems, including pumping and treatment facilities. Ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulations. Collaborate with project teams and clients to deliver effective engineering solutions.
remote, United States$90k – $135k/yrFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)
Woodside Energy Ltd
Plan and deliver well designs and project segments, conduct offset well reviews, and evaluate casing seat and well architecture. Design well trajectories, drilling hydraulics, and cement slurries.
remote, TX, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
AlphaX
Develop measurement and verification plans using IPMVP options and technical reference manuals. Conduct site visits, metering, and data logging for energy measures. Build energy models and perform savings calculations.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)Atwell, LLC
Design PV, BESS, and Wind projects, acting as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders. Deliver preliminary designs, including solar layout, cable and DC design, and civil grading. Provide high-level Bill of Materials and conduct various electrical engineering studies.
remote, United StatesFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Rolls-Royce
Manage project technical and schedule needs, leading multi-disciplinary teams to achieve program delivery milestones. Execute cost account management, integrated planning, earned-value assessment, and risk management.
remote, IN, United States$94k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Valvoline Global
Develop and support oil analysis programs, manage field test projects for lubricants, and investigate product application problems.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
State of Alaska
Conduct audits of Alaska Oil and Gas Production Tax returns to ensure compliance with state regulations. Analyze financial records and contracts to verify tax calculations and identify audit issues.
remote, AK, United StatesFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
NuScale Power, LLC
Support the RRH team in developing automated reactor servicing equipment. Develop control system architectures, functional requirements, and logic diagrams. Collaborate with mechanical engineers to integrate instrumentation and automation functions.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)Atwell, LLC
Perform electrical power system modeling and analysis for renewable facilities, including solar, wind, and battery storage projects. Create studies and reports such as short circuit and load flow analyses.
remote, CO, United States$100k – $150k/yrFull TimeLead / Manager.png&w=128&q=75)
R C S Staffing
Lead midstream conceptual studies and detailed design projects for gathering, transportation, storage, and processing assets. Manage project profit and loss, coordinate internal technical teams, contractors, and clients, and oversee project financials.
remote, United StatesFull TimeLead / Manager
Bristol Bay Construction Holdings LLC
Develop technical scopes of work for fuel facility repairs, prepare project-specific plans, review design plans for compliance, provide technical support to project teams, assist in cost estimates and proposal development, and maintain knowledge of industry standards.
remote, Knoxville, TN, United States$130k – $150k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)IIIIIIUS
Lead engineering work for transportation electrification projects, including planning, conducting audits, and coordinating with stakeholders. Evaluate electrical conditions, charging loads, and infrastructure needs.
remote, NM, United States$89k – $152k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
ICF
Lead engineering work for transportation electrification projects, including planning, conducting audits, and coordinating with stakeholders. Evaluate electrical conditions, charging loads, and infrastructure needs.
remote, NM, United States$89k – $152k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)ICF
Support technical development and execution of energy efficiency and decarbonization projects. Conduct engineering reviews of energy savings calculations for HVAC systems, lighting, and motors.
remote, TX, United States$90k – $152k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
SPATCO Energy Solutions
Perform troubleshooting and repairs on petroleum dispensing pumps, electronic tank monitors, and POS terminals. Complete service paperwork and communicate with vendors for warranty calls. Follow service call procedures and maintain inventory on service vehicles.
remote, United StatesFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
AECOM
Manage midstream conceptual studies and detailed design projects across gathering, transportation, storage, and processing assets. Oversee profit and loss for projects, interface with clients, and execute a seller/doer approach.
remote, TX, United States$130k – $170k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)AECOM
Manage midstream conceptual studies and detailed design projects across gathering, transportation, storage, and processing assets. Oversee profit and loss for projects, interface with clients, and execute a seller/doer approach.
remote, TX, United States$130k – $170k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)American Rail Engineers Corporation
Lead multidisciplinary design teams on railroad bridge projects, including rehabilitation and replacement. Establish design criteria, respond to emergency events, prepare proposals, and mentor junior engineers.
remote, United StatesFull TimeLead / ManagerAtwell, LLC
Design PV, BESS, and Wind projects across the US. Act as a liaison between solar design teams and stakeholders, delivering preliminary designs and conducting various engineering studies. Create project feasibility files, layouts, and Bill of Materials while ensuring deadlines are met.
remote, United States$80k – $110k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
ENTRUST Solutions Group
Design and support natural gas distribution and transmission projects, including developing facility layouts and designing measurement and regulation systems. Ensure projects meet industry standards and safety requirements while guiding project planning and execution.
remote, CO, United States$85k – $90k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Mortenson
Lead relay protection and control engineering for high voltage substation and transmission projects. Provide technical leadership, conduct detailed designs, and ensure compliance with engineering standards. Review vendor drawings, support proposals, and mentor junior engineers.
remote, United States$143k – $214k/yrFull TimeLead / Manager
Univar Solutions
Provide technical support and consultative expertise to customers in the oil & gas markets. Conduct site visits to evaluate operations, troubleshoot issues, and recommend solutions. Develop technical proposals and deliver training for customers and internal teams.
remote, OK, United StatesFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)
CLEAResult
Provide mentorship to junior engineers and serve as a subject matter expert in engineering technologies. Lead complex technical projects, including custom/M&V projects and ASHRAE level II audits. Develop calculation tools, review energy simulation files, and ensure compliance with energy codes.
remote, MI, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)CLEAResult
Support the development and delivery of energy efficiency programs through engineering calculations, measurement and verification, and technical design. Lead design strategies, conduct analyses for energy savings, and develop reporting plans.
remote, MI, United States$65k – $75k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
Circle K
Troubleshoot, repair, clean, and maintain fueling equipment, including dispenser calibration. Perform preventive maintenance and document actions and irregularities. Participate in training for new equipment and contribute to team efforts to meet financial and key result area targets.
remote, TN, United StatesFull TimeMiddle (2-4 years)
MCGARITY CONSULTING GROUP
Author and validate primers on Natural Gas and Liquid Fuels infrastructure, covering production, processing, transport, storage, and regulation. Provide content on fuel-supply interdependencies, emergency response, and recovery.
remote, United StatesPart TimeSenior (5+ years)
Pond & Company
Support senior engineers with fuel-system design, engineering calculations, and technical deliverables. Prepare piping plans, equipment layouts, specifications, and schedules. Assist with design coordination of piping systems, pumps, and storage tanks.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
AtkinsRéalis
Develop and conceptualize system architecture, flow diagrams, and piping/instrumentation diagrams for nuclear facilities. Execute Small Modular Reactor and nuclear fuel cycle facility projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal standards.
remote, TN, United States$72k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)
World Kinect
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain fueling equipment including dispensers and site controllers. Conduct routine inspections and perform preventive maintenance to ensure operational efficiency.
remote, NV, United States$46k – $52k/yrPart TimeEntry with DegreeWorld Kinect
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain fueling equipment including dispensers and site controllers. Conduct routine inspections and perform preventive maintenance to ensure operational efficiency. Maintain service records and documentation while supporting customer inquiries and service requests.
remote, CA, United States$46k – $52k/yrFull TimeEntry with DegreeTarbell Management Group
Drive revenue growth through business development and strategic account management. Cultivate relationships with prospects and existing customers, manage the sales pipeline, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
remote, United States$110k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)Atwell, LLC
Perform electrical engineering and design activities for industrial, utility, and oil & gas facilities. Conduct power system studies using ETAP, SKM, or similar software, and develop electrical deliverables such as one-line diagrams and control schematics.
remote, United States$90k/yrFull TimeJunior (<2 years)ICF
Lead the development of DER projects for commercial and industrial clients, focusing on energy efficiency and decarbonization. Conduct field audits, perform technical analysis, and write M&V plans.
remote, AZ, United States$108k – $184k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
DNOW
Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team, overseeing facility design and product development. Ensure engineering projects meet quality, cost, and timeline objectives while driving the product development lifecycle.
remote, TX, United StatesFull TimeLead / Manager10,000,000+ more jobs available!
