Oil & Gas Measurement Specialist

OXY, Inc.; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Occidental seeks an experienced Measurement Technician to ensure accurate oil and gas sales measurement, calibrate metering equipment, and witness third-party activities. You will audit custody and allocation measurements, support QA/QC of all measurement work, and collaborate with operations and engineering teams to uphold safety and regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes data integrity, problem solving, and continuous improvement in measurement processes, with a focus on oil, water, gas

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in oil and gas measurement or a related field.
• Basic understanding of oil and gas operations and gas/oil process equipment.
• Familiarity with metering devices, data accuracy, and measurement audits.
• Proficient in Word and Excel; able to document findings clearly.
• Strong interpersonal communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Supports Measurement Manager in implementing measurement systems and standards.
• Schedules preventive maintenance for measurement activities and meters.
• Ensures compliance with measurement standards, API/AGA guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Communicates issues with Measurement Leader, Operations, and Production Accounting.
• Identifies and resolves measurement errors affecting volume or revenue.
• Provides measurement support for non-custody transfer metering (well tests, allocation, validation).
• Troubleshoots custody and non-custody meters; witnesses LACT meter proving and sample pot witnessing.
• Collaborates with Automation teams for installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Maintains ORCM internal measurement audit documentation.

Skills

5+ years of experience

Oil & gas operations knowledge

Metering equipment knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

MS Word & Excel

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Occidental seeks an experienced Measurement Technician to ensure accurate oil and gas sales measurement, calibrate metering equipment, and witness third-party activities. You will audit custody and allocation measurements, support QA/QC of all measurement work, and collaborate with operations and engineering teams to uphold safety and regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes data integrity, problem solving, and continuous improvement in measurement processes, with a focus on oil, water, gas