Electrical Technician

Electrical Technician

United States of America, Texas, Orla – Full time.

The Electrical Technician oversees and executes electrical and automation installations for projects, ensuring systems are designed, commissioned, and maintained to industry standards as well as troubleshooting and repairs for existing systems. This role manages project delivery, collaborates with cross‑functional teams, interprets technical drawings, and provides hands‑on troubleshooting. The technician ensures compliance with NEC, API, IEC, and ISA standards, performs preventive and emergency maintenance, and supports upgrades and modifications to enhance operational reliability and safety.

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise electrical and automation installation and commissioning activities for oil and gas projects.
• Oversee the design, installation, and testing of power distribution systems (480V–15kV), motor control centers (MCCs), PLC panels, and control systems.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and resources to ensure on‑time and within‑budget completion.
• Interface with engineering, operations, and construction teams to align project objectives and deliverables.
• Review and interpret electrical and instrumentation drawings, one‑line diagrams, and control logic schematics.
• Provide hands‑on troubleshooting support for PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, instrumentation loops, and communication networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.).
• Ensure installations meet NEC, API, IEC, and ISA standards relevant to hazardous (classified) areas.
• Participate in stakeholder meetings, progress reporting, and project close‑out documentation.
• Perform scheduled inspections, testing, and maintenance on electrical systems, including switch gear, MCCs, transformers, VFDs, and lighting.
• Identify and repair electrical faults, overheating issues, grounding problems, and insulation breakdowns.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to reduce equipment downtime and extend asset life.
• Maintain power distribution and grounding systems in compliance with NEC and company standards.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical issues in motors, pumps, compressors, PLC systems, and process equipment.
• Utilize diagnostic tools such as multimeters, meggers, and thermal imaging cameras to locate faults.
• Perform emergency repairs during unplanned shutdowns and restore systems to full operation.
• Ensure all work meets Class I, Division 1/2 or Zone 0–2 hazardous area electrical standards.
• Work with engineers and supervisors to support equipment upgrades, retrofits, and control modifications.

• 7+ years in oil & gas operations.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician preferred.
• Strong decision‑making, independent work, and communication skills.
• Proficient in power distribution systems (480V–15kV), motor control centers (MCCs), PLC panels, and control systems.

• Ability to work 14/14 rotational schedule and 12‑hour shifts.

• Orla, TX

Pay Range (Base) – $111,000–$131,000.

At bpx we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We offer a reward and wellbeing package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible working schedule, paid time off, discretionary annual bonus program, long‑term incentive program, and a generous 401(k) matching program.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.).

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy, which may include pre‑placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.