Senior Field Engineer at Cognite

Houston, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Pharma, Manufacturing, EnergyIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience in field engineering or similar technical client-facing roles in the energy sector (upstream, midstream, downstream)
  • Deep technical expertise in industrial data platforms, AI, OT/ET/IT data integration, and digital transformation for asset-heavy industries (Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Pharma, Manufacturing, Energy)
  • Ability to design and coordinate complex, cutting-edge solutions, including integration architectures and technical roadmaps
  • Leadership skills to operate as both a technical contributor and leader, mentoring peers, onboarding, supporting best practices, and strengthening technical communities
  • Strong collaboration skills with services teams, partners, clients, Account Executives, and Sales teams
  • Capability to develop scalable, repeatable solutions, client-focused demos, reference architectures, and solution accelerators

Responsibilities

  • Act as a technical liaison to key clients, establishing trusted relationships and ensuring alignment on solutions, integration architectures, and technical roadmaps
  • Collaborate closely with Account Executives and Sales teams to identify and prioritize client opportunities that drive mutual business value
  • Develop scalable, repeatable solutions adapted to specific client requirements in collaboration with internal technical teams
  • Educate clients on Cognite Data Fusion® and related offerings to support successful adoption, solution integration, and value realization
  • Develop client-focused demos, reference architectures, and solution accelerators utilized by Cognite teams and customers
  • Represent Cognite in client meetings, workshops, and technical briefings, demonstrating technical capabilities
  • Own the design and coordination of complex solutions in collaboration with services team, partners, and clients
  • Contribute to scaling the organization by mentoring and onboarding peers, supporting best practice development, and strengthening Cognite’s technical community internally and externally
  • Handle all technical client and partner interactions before and during scaled solution deployments, including early-stage discussions, technical workshops, solution scoping, proof-of-value efforts, and “art of the possible” solutions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Cognite Data FusionCDFAIDataOpsOTETITData ContextualizationIndustrial Software

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the core values at Cognite?

Cognite's core values are Impact, where Cogniters strive to make an impact and are result-oriented; Ownership, embracing a culture of ownership and fostering inclusivity; and Relentless, pursuing innovation relentlessly while viewing setbacks as growth opportunities.

What is the employment type for this Senior Field Engineer position?

The position is full-time.

What does the field engineering team at Cognite do?

The field engineering team is responsible for all technical client and partner interactions before and during scaled solution deployments, including early-stage discussions, technical workshops, solution scoping, proof-of-value efforts, and designing solutions that demonstrate business value and technical feasibility.

What are the main responsibilities of a Senior Field Engineer at Cognite?

You will operate as a technical contributor and leader for clients in upstream, midstream, and downstream energy sectors, owning the design and coordination of complex solutions in collaboration with services teams, partners, and clients, while helping integrate Cognite’s platform into industrial ecosystems.

What experience makes a strong candidate for this Senior Field Engineer role?

Strong candidates have expertise in the energy sector across upstream, midstream, and downstream, with the ability to design complex solutions, lead technical engagements, mentor peers, and contribute to best practices as the organization scales.

Cognite

Industrial data management for asset-heavy industries

About Cognite

Cognite specializes in managing industrial data and facilitating digital transformation for asset-heavy industries like oil and gas, power and utilities, and manufacturing. Its main product, Cognite Data Fusion, integrates and organizes data from various sources, making it easier for businesses to analyze and utilize this information effectively. This process, known as data contextualization, enhances the relevance of data for better decision-making. Cognite operates on a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, allowing clients to subscribe to its software, which provides a consistent revenue stream and access to ongoing updates. Additionally, Cognite offers consulting services to assist clients in optimizing their use of the software. The company's goal is to help industries improve their operations through better data management and digital solutions.

Bærum, NorwayHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$219.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Industrial & Manufacturing, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive Compensation + 401(k) with employer matching
Health, Dental, Vision & Disability Coverages with premiums fully covered for employees and all dependents
Unlimited PTO + flexibility to enjoy it
Paid Parental Leave Program
Learning & Development Stipends
Global Mobility & Exchange Program
Company Paid Friday Lunch via DoorDash + Fully Stocked Fridges in the offices

Risks

Emerging industrial AI startups pose a threat to Cognite's market share.
Geopolitical tensions could disrupt operations in key regions like the Middle East.
Reliance on cloud providers introduces risks related to data security and outages.

Differentiation

Cognite Data Fusion integrates and contextualizes data for asset-heavy industries.
Cognite offers a subscription-based SaaS model, ensuring continuous software updates.
Cognite's solutions enhance safety, sustainability, and efficiency in industrial operations.

Upsides

Cognite's partnership with Google Cloud enhances scalability and security for data management.
The launch of Cognite Embedded opens new innovation avenues for industrial software builders.
Cognite's joint venture with Saudi Aramco expands its influence in the MENA region.

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