As a field wireless engineer, Marcie helps keep some of the company’s most remote sites connected. From leased towers to pad sites, she builds and maintains the wireless communication systems that allow operations teams to safely and efficiently do their jobs. Drawn to the scale and complexity of Expand Energy’s infrastructure, Marcie thrives in a role where every site presents a new challenge, where reliable communication is only possible with problem solving and thoughtful planning.
What is your role at Expand Energy, and how would you describe your job to a neighbor or family member?
I’m a Field Wireless Engineer.
The simple version? I build and maintain wireless communication systems for oil and gas sites. If a site can’t ‘talk’ to the rest of the company, I help fix that.
What initially drew you to Expand Energy?
I was initially drawn to Expand because of the scale and complexity of the operations. The mix of field work, critical infrastructure and technology really stood out to me.
What’s kept me here is the people and the work itself. I’m trusted to support and build reliable wireless communication networks at pad sites and leased towers, knowing that what I do directly supports safe and efficient operations. Every site and challenge is a little different, which keeps the job interesting and rewarding. The company’s community events are a bonus, too — our community relations team does a great job supporting local efforts, and I’m proud to be part of that.
Can you describe a project or moment at Expand that made you especially proud?
Any time I bring a remote site online and see stable, reliable communication where there was none before, that’s a proud moment for me.
It’s a clear reminder that the work we do in the network group directly supports operations in the field. When communication is strong, everything else runs more smoothly and safely.
What’s something people might be surprised to learn about your job?
Most people don’t realize how much work goes into keeping remote sites connected. Reliable wireless communication doesn’t just happen, it takes constant monitoring, field work and strong teamwork to ensure everything runs safely and efficiently.
There’s a lot to learn, and the people here are a great resource. Teamwork really does make the dream work — and that collaboration is what keeps both our sites and our teams connected.
And on a lighter note, one of our tower sites has a landowner who lets his donkeys roam freely. It’s honestly the best part of my day when they come up to greet me.
What do you like to do outside of work?
Outside of work, I love learning new things and picking up new hobbies. Recently, I’ve been helping build a 1969 Chevy Camaro, starting with the wiring and mocking up the engine, which has been a fun, hands-on challenge.
I’m also my parent’s primary caregiver, and spending time with my family is incredibly important to me. Whether it’s tackling a new project or simply being present for the people I love, I value the balance between work, growth and family.
