Optimization Operator

Devon Energy Corp.; Carlsbad (NM); Presencial; USD 85 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Devon Energy Corp. in Carlsbad, NM, seeks an Optimization Operator to monitor SCADA data and optimize producing wells. You will collaborate with engineers and foremen to review wells and lease activities and perform routine subsurface maintenance and tests as planned.

The role requires 3–5 years in E&P operations, a high school diploma or GED, and strong RCA, SPC, data analysis, and troubleshooting skills. Safety and regulatory compliance are priorities.

Qualificações

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in E&P operations or lease operations.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Familiarity with SCADA, RCA, SPC, and data analysis.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze real-time data via SCADA to inform control of complex processes.
• Collaborate with Engineers, DSC/PA, Foremen, and Lease Operators on wells and lease activities.
• Perform minor subsurface well maintenance and field tests as planned.
• Serve as SME in field operations and ensure regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance.
• Stop work when unsafe and participate in training; report incidents.

Conhecimentos

SCADA Systems

Root Cause Analysis

Statistical Process Control

Troubleshooting

Simulation Software

Equipment Maintenance

Data Analysis

XSPOC

PI Knowledge

Data Visualization

Formação académica

High School Diploma/GED

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Profile Summary

Working under general supervision, the Optimization Operator is responsible for analyzing real-time data through Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) monitoring. The role collaborates with engineers, operators, and foremen for wells and lease activities, troubleshooting and optimizing producing and underperforming wells. The operator conducts minor subsurface well maintenance, performs dynamometer, fluid shots, and Formation Bottomhole Pressure (FBHP) surveys, and maintains regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance. The role identifies opportunities for operations cost reductions, reducing production variance, and improving job efficiency and safety based on subject matter expertise in field operations. The operator recognizes, analyzes, and resolves complex issues in production operations, takes corrective action in emergency and non-emergency situations, and contributes to operational efficiency and safety.

Job Description

Analyzes real-time data through Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) monitoring to facilitate informed decision-making and control complex processes efficiently.

Collaborates with Engineers, DSC/PA, Foremen, and Lease Operators for wells and lease activities, participates in well reviews and route reviews, and troubleshoots and optimizes producing and underperforming wells.

Conducts minor subsurface well maintenance limited to non-BOPE jobs (e.g., swab, slickline, plunger maintenance, hot oil/water, regulatory, routine testing, batch/chemical/scale jobs, long stroke/respace, cap string inspection, fluid levels, dynamometer) and performs dynamometer, fluid shots, and Formation Bottomhole Pressure (FBHP) surveys where applicable as planned or needed.

Serves as a subject matter expert in field operations, encompassing artificial plunger lift, surface facility equipment, including computers, vehicles, and analysis or test equipment, and represents the company in the delivery/receipt of materials and equipment.

Maintains regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance in conjunction with and through close coordination with the Operations Engineers, Superintendents, Foremen, and the Environmental Health and Safety Department.

Actively participates in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge in lease site operations and reports incidents, accidents, or near misses promptly to supervisors.

Possesses the right and obligation to stop work in unsafe conditions, contributing to a safe and secure working environment for all personnel.

* This position is located in Carlsbad, NM*

Education

• High School Diploma/General Education Diploma (GED) is required.

Experience

• 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in E&P Operations specializing in areas such as Lease Operations, Process Optimization, Equipment Operations and Repair or a related field. Industry experience is preferred.

Competencies

• Oral & Written Communication
• Results Oriented
• Active Learning
• Digital Literacy
• Business Acumen

Skills

• SCADA Systems
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Troubleshooting
• Simulation Software and Modeling
• Equipment Maintenance
• Data Analysis
• XSPOC or equivalent
• Knowledge of Pi
• Data Visualization

Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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