Lead I&E Technician

Flywheel Energy, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Flywheel Energy, LLC is seeking an I&E Lead to guide field-level instrumentation, electrical, and automation across Eagle Ford assets. You will partner with Production, Facilities, SCADA, Engineering, and contractors to minimize downtime and boost reliability.

Role requires ownership mindset, proactive problem-solving, and a strong safety focus. You will oversee calibration, installation, and repair of field systems and support startup activities for new wells and facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent training.
• Technical certification or associate degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Automation preferred.
• 7+ years oil & gas field experience in electrical/instrumentation/automation roles.
• Strong troubleshooting with field electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, loop drawings, and P&IDs.

Responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting and repair for electrical, instrumentation, and automation-related production interruptions.
• Support reliable operation of facilities, tanks, compressors, SWDs, AI lift systems, and infrastructure.
• Diagnose PLCs, RTUs, VFDs, transmitters, motor controls, and instrumentation loops.
• Coordinate field response activities to minimize downtime and deferred production.
• Oversee installation, calibration, and repair of field instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Support commissioning and startup for new wells and projects.
• Collaborate with SCADA and Automation teams to maintain system integrity.
• Oversee third-party I&E contractors and internal teams in the field.
• Promote safety culture and maintain strong relationships with operations leadership.

Skills

Electrical systems

Instrumentation systems

Automation systems

Troubleshooting

SCADA

P&ID reading

PLC/RTU/VFD knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification or associate degree in Electrical/Instrumentation/Automation

Tools

PLC programming

RTU programming

VFD control

SCADA systems

Job description

• The I&E Lead is responsible for leading field-level instrumentation, electrical, automation, and troubleshooting activities across Flywheel Energys Eagle Ford operated assets. This role serves as the primary field resource for maintaining reliable production operations through safe, efficient, and proactive management of electrical and instrumentation systems.
• The position partners closely with Production, Facilities, SCADA, Engineering, and third-party contractors to minimize downtime, improve system reliability, and support Flywheels commitment to rapid, responsible growth.
• This role is expected to combine strong technical capability with field leadership, ownership mentality, and a solutions-oriented approach to operational execution.

Responsibilities & Expectations:

• Lead troubleshooting and repair efforts for electrical, instrumentation, and automation-related production interruptions.
• Support reliable operation of production facilities, tank batteries, compressors, SWDs, artificial lift systems, and associated infrastructure.
• Diagnose issues involving PLCs, RTUs, VFDs, transmitters, motor controls, instrumentation loops, and communication systems.
• Coordinate and prioritize field response activities to minimize deferred production and operational downtime.
• Ensure preventative maintenance activities are executed consistently and documented appropriately.
• Oversee installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of field instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Support commissioning and startup activities for new wells, facilities, acquisitions, and infrastructure projects.
• Partner with SCADA and Automation teams to maintain communication reliability and system integrity.
• Coordinate and oversee third‑party I&E contractors, Flywheel I&E employees, and service providers in the field.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture aligned with Flywheel behaviors and expectations.
• Serve as a trusted field resource for operations leadership and production teams.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification, associate degree, or formal training in Electrical, Instrumentation, Automation, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of oil & gas field experience in electrical, instrumentation, automation, or related operations support roles.
• Strong troubleshooting experience with production facility electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, RTUs, VFDs, transmitters, motor controls, and SCADA systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, loop drawings, and P&IDs.
• Valid drivers license with acceptable driving record.

Preferred Attributes:

• Strong sense of ownership and operational urgency.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with operations teams.
• Practical, field-focused problem solver with strong troubleshooting instincts.
• Comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with field and corporate teams.
• Commitment to safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Successful buildout of I&E team members.
• Reliability and uptime of field automation and instrumentation systems.
• Responsiveness and effectiveness of troubleshooting efforts.
• Safe execution of field activities and employee/contractor oversight.
• Support of operational efficiency and production optimization initiatives.
• Strong partnership and credibility with Production, Facilities, and SCADA teams.
• Successful rollout of instrumentation deployment at South Texas asset.