Digital Operations Engineer Power Solutions NEX - Patterson-UTI Drilling Company LLC

OpenTalent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenTalent is seeking a Digital Operations Engineer in Houston, TX to monitor hydraulic fracturing treatments, deliver real-time insights, and support field operations. You will also perform QA/QC on data outputs, manage end-of-stage tickets, and optimize equipment performance while upholding NexTier safety standards.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least two years of on-site frac operations experience, with strong communication and data-analysis skills for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum of 2 years of on-site hydraulic fracturing operations experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office 365, Google Suite, Salesforce, FracPro, FieldPro, CMMS and EAM/ERM systems.
• Ability to analyze and provide real-time solutions.
• Strong communication with digital ops, job-site personnel, and management.
• High integrity in reporting chemical/sand volumes and data.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Compliance with NexTier policies and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor multiple hydraulic fracture treatments with real-time insights.
• Provide real-time technical support to customers and field teams.
• Conduct QA/QC for incoming data and deliver high-quality outputs.
• Prepare and manage end-of-stage tickets.
• Monitor equipment parameters to optimize performance and reduce costs.
• Leverage digital technologies to enhance business performance through integration and automation.
• Identify opportunities for improvement within the business unit.
• Perform frac diagnostic testing and stimulation modeling with minimal supervision.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with customers.
• Maintain confidentiality of customer and internal information.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ensure compliance with NexTier safety regulations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Customer service

Confidentiality

Independent work

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office 365

Google Suite

Salesforce

FracPro

FieldPro

CMMS

EAM/ERM systems

Job description

• Monitor multiple hydraulic fracture treatments, providing real-time insights to improve operational efficiency.
• Offer real-time technical support to customers and field operations teams.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) for incoming data, delivering high-quality customer data outputs.
• Prepare and manage end-of-stage ticketing for operations.
• Monitor equipment parameters to optimize performance and reduce operational costs.
• Operate in a dynamic, collaborative environment, driving innovation and business efficiencies.
• Leverage digital technologies to enhance business performance through integration, automation, and business intelligence.
• Identify and implement opportunities for improvement within the business unit proactively.
• Perform frac diagnostic testing and stimulation modeling with minimal supervision as needed.
• Cultivate and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Proficiency in tools such as MS Office 365, Google Suite, Salesforce, FracPro, FieldPro, CMMS, and EAM/ERM systems preferred.
• Ability to analyze and recommend dynamic solutions to problems in real-time.
• Effective communication skills with digital operations personnel, job site personnel, and management.
• Strong customer service skills, with responsiveness to customer needs and requests.
• High level of integrity in reporting chemical volumes, sand volumes, and treatment data.
• Maintains confidentiality of customer and internal information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Compliance with all NexTier policies and safety regulations.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum of 2 years of on-site hydraulic fracturing operations experience required.

Additional Details: The Digital Operations Engineer plays a vital role in monitoring and optimizing hydraulic fracturing operations through advanced technologies and data-driven solutions. This position demands analytical skills, adaptability, and a commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.