Measurement Specialist/Engineer

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The Measurement Specialist, working independently under minimal supervision, is responsible for providing technical assistance to professionals (engineers, marketers, auditors, accountants and landmen) involved with the accurate measurement of production oil and gas. The role is involved in proactively identifying opportunities to optimize measurement accuracy and efficiency across the organization. The role coordinates the development, review, and dissemination of diverse analytical data and reports essential for validating the precision of measurement data, offering insights and developing tools to guide decision-making. The role takes charge of advancing and implementing methodologies for intricate gas and oil measurement challenges.

• Leads the development and implementation of advanced techniques for complex gas and oil balancing issues while providing guidance to junior professionals.

• Communicates and collaborates with regulatory bodies such as the BLM, Texas RRC, NDIC, and NMAC to ensure compliance with measurement standards and regulations, fostering positive relationships and facilitating smooth interactions.

• Coordinates development, review, and distribution of various analytical data and reports necessary to validate the accuracy of measurement data, providing insights to inform decision-making processes.

• Works closely with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, field operations personnel, and measurement technicians to facilitating reliable data collection for volume verification and allocation purposes.

• Leads data gathering and integration efforts, creating tools for quality checks, and providing mentorship on complex measurement data systems.

• Demonstrates proficiency in troubleshooting complex gas and oil balancing issues employing analytical skills to identify root cause and implement effective solutions

• Provides input to measurement vendors, engineers, and marketers to establish and enforce effective measurement standards, ensuring consistency and accuracy in measurement practices.

• Collaborates with various engineering groups to advise on appropriate measurement equipment selection, including considerations of fit-for-purpose, sizing, and maintenance requirements, optimizing operational performance and reliability.

• Leads and completes strategic, concurrent projects involving multiple functional areas, demonstrating expertise in technical principles, theories, and concepts.

• Serves as a technical expert and mentor, providing recommendations, software training, and support, and initiates and drives continuous improvement efforts, influencing measurement-specific improvement initiatives.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred

• Bachelor's degree in any other related discipline required

Experience:

• 8+ years of relevant experience, preferably in E&P Operations, specializing in areas such as Field Operations Measurement and Measurement Standards or a related field. Industry experience is preferred.

• General knowledge of FLOWCAL, Test-it and SCADA systems is preferred

• A working understanding of electronic flow meters and Remote Terminal Units is a plus

• General understanding in reviewing gas and liquid balance configurations and associated volumetric data preferred.

Competencies:
* Oral & Written Communication
* Results Oriented
* Active Learning
* Digital Literacy
* Business Acumen

Project Management

Skills:
* Systems Troubleshooting
* Data Analysis
* Gas Meters
* Regulatory Compliance
* Measurement Operations Software Proficiency
* Knowledge of API, GPA and AGA Measurement Standards
* Cost Controls
* Measurement Systems
* Risk Analysis

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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