District Engineer Power Solutions NEX

Patterson-UTI; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

NexTier is seeking an engineering leader to plan, organize and direct Power Solutions design activities, including conceptual studies and new product development for CNG design.

The role requires 5–10 years in Oil & Gas, with 2–4 years in Gas Facility Design & Construction and packing, fabrication, and controls. Strong leadership, communication, and project-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• 5-10 years of Oil & Gas experience preferred.
• 2-4 years of Gas Facility Design & Construction and Packing, Fabrication & Controls required.
• Ability to lead and manage engineering teams and projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate Power Solutions engineering design activities.
• Lead conceptual studies, feasibility studies and new product development planning.
• Oversee design, development and validation of engineering work for CNG design.
• Manage projects from planning and scheduling to testing and product release.
• Provide technical support to clients, sales and operations teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Team building

Decision making under pressure

MS Office & engineering software

Hands-on leadership

Supplier coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Planning, organizing, directing, controlling and evaluating the activities of the Power Solutions engineering design functional areas.
• Conducting conceptual and feasibility studies pertaining to new projects, and managing new product development including project planning, scheduling, cost control and estimation, procurement and contract management.
• Responsible for the design, development and validation of all engineering work, and implementing this engineering work to support CNG design.
• Manage projects including planning, scheduling, design, testing and product release.
• Support sales, provide technical expertise and support for clients, sales and ops team.
• Developing and keeping up-to-date the engineering specifications, and design systems in conformance with applicable codes and standards.
• Responsible for building and leading the Engineering team, including hiring, performance management and terminations.
• Design, build, support of custom CNG equipment and corresponding facilities.
• Lead all troubleshooting and RCA activities.
• Keep aprised of new CNG technologies and strategies, as well as develop or possess in depth knowledge of CNG operations.
• Liase with all critical suppliers. Work with VP Power Solutions with all supplier related activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Planning, organizing, directing, controlling and evaluating the activities of the Power Solutions engineering design functional areas.
• Conducting conceptual and feasibility studies pertaining to new projects, and managing new product development including project planning, scheduling, cost control and estimation, procurement and contract management.
• Responsible for the design, development and validation of all engineering work, and implementing this engineering work to support CNG design.
• Manage projects including planning, scheduling, design, testing and product release.
• Support sales, provide technical expertise and support for clients, sales and ops team.
• Developing and keeping up-to-date the engineering specifications, and design systems in conformance with applicable codes and standards.
• Responsible for building and leading the Engineering team, including hiring, performance management and terminations.
• Design, build, support of custom CNG equipment and corresponding facilities.
• Lead all troubleshooting and RCA activities.
• Keep aprised of new CNG technologies and strategies, as well as develop or possess in depth knowledge of CNG operations.
• Liase with all critical suppliers. Work with VP Power Solutions with all supplier related activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to successfully build and manage a team.
• A positive attitude and the ability to work autonomously and make decisions under pressure when required will be an asset.
• Skilled in professional communication and presentations at all internal levels.
• Ability to project manage packaging & fabrication activites.
• Knowledge of piping design, ASME B31.3
• General knowledge of electrical, controls and heating systems.
• Knowledge of and skill in project management.
• Ability to analyze ideas and use logic to determine correct course of action.
• Ability to manage and organize multiple priorities as well as wear many hats (manage, product design, project manager, sales, manufacturing).
• Skilled with Microsoft Office and experience with engineering software and databases.
• Ability to manage while maintaining a hands-on presence. This is a working manager position.
• Possess technical skills in engineering processes and methods.

Language Requirement

Ability to understand and speak English at a level of proficiency allowing employee to issue, receive and respond to both safety and operations-related directions in English

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor's in Engineering

Experience

5-10 years of Oil & Gas (Preferred)

2-4 years of Gas Facility Design & Construction and Packing, Fabrication & Controls (Required)

About Us

The Evolving Oil Field Demands Evolving Service Providers

NexTier is a leading provider of integrated completions that employs sustainable practices and equipment to support our customers’ ESG goals while accelerating production in the most demanding US land basins.

Patterson-UTI is committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of personal characteristics protected by law. Employees are encouraged to report any concerns through multiple channels.