Senior Real Time Engineer

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ProPetro is seeking a Senior Real Time Engineer to lead real-time monitoring, data analysis, and incident response for our power generation fleet. You will mentor engineers and drive reliability improvements across operations, engineering, and leadership.

Responsibilities include leading RCA efforts, developing dashboards, and coordinating with field teams to minimize downtime and optimize productivity in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in field operations or real-time engineering, preferably in power generation.
• Advanced understanding of power generation equipment and monitoring.
• Experience with data visualization and monitoring platforms (Power BI, Grafana, Sophia).
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead real-time monitoring and proactive interventions to maximize availability.
• Analyze data to assess equipment health and reduce downtime.
• Serve as senior escalation resource for complex troubleshooting and events.
• Document RCAs, drive corrective actions, and track recurrence.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAT G3520

Solar SMT Turbine

Electrical interfaces

Power distribution

AC up to 15kV / DC up to 120V

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Real Time Engineer is a key technical leader supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the organization’s power generation fleet through advanced real-time monitoring, data analysis, and technical escalation support. This role leads incident response, root cause investigations, and reliability improvement efforts while bridging communication between field operations, engineering, and leadership. The Senior Real Time Engineer also drives improvements to monitoring processes, reporting, and dashboards, and provides mentorship to build capability across the real-time engineering function.

Responsibilities

• Lead real-time monitoring and proactive intervention for power generation equipment and balance-of-plant systems to support safe operations and maximize availability.
• Analyze real-time and historical data using monitoring/visualization platforms to assess equipment health, detect anomalies, and reduce downtime.
• Serve as the senior technical escalation resource for complex troubleshooting and operational events; bridge communication between field operations and engineering to ensure timely resolution.
• Lead and document Root Cause Analyses (RCA), drive corrective and preventive actions, and track recurrence to improve long-term reliability.
• Track and trend fleet and site parameters, identify performance deviations and reliability risks, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Actively participate in incident response by coordinating with field teams, troubleshooting operational issues, and executing corrective measures to minimize downtime and optimize productivity.
• Create and maintain technical resources that support field execution (troubleshooting guides, operational references, reporting inputs), and ensure access to accurate records of equipment performance and incidents.
• Contribute to and lead development of technical reports, reliability dashboards, and continuous improvement initiatives that improve monitoring quality and decision making.
• Drive improvements in monitoring processes, data analysis methods, and operational support workflows; develop milestones and track progress to completion for assigned initiatives.
• Interact with vendors and third-party suppliers as needed to support troubleshooting and resolution of recurring technical issues.
• Provide coaching/mentorship to Real Time Engineers and partner teams by sharing best practices, analysis approaches, and operational lessons learned.
• Identify potential technical risks and support mitigation strategies that protect reliability and uptime.
• Maintain compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies by attending required training and safety meetings and using PPE.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, or related field) preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in field operations or real time engineering, preferably within power generation or energy operations.
• Advanced understanding of power generation equipment and operational monitoring.
• Strong experience with:
  • CAT G3520 Reciprocating Generator Packages
  • Solar SMT Turbine Generator Packages
  • Electrical, controls, and gas interfaces
  • Power distribution and power transformation equipment
  • AC systems up to 15kV and DC systems up to 120V
• Proven ability to lead root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Experience with data visualization and monitoring platforms such as Power BI, Grafana, Sophia, and multi generator controller visualization tools.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills in fast paced operational environments.
• Experience supporting or working within startup or rapidly evolving operational environments is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and collaboration.
• Highly responsive, action-oriented, and capable of making sound decisions under pressure.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here represent those required for an employee to successfully perform the role’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop or bend; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent environmental conditions an employee will encounter while performing the role’s essential functions. The noise level in some work environments can be moderate and an employee may encounter extreme weather conditions while performing major duties. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the role’s classification. This job description is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications required of employees assigned to this role.

ProPetro is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.