RRC -Engineer Specialist - CID Field Inspector- Midland

Position: RRC -Engineer Specialist I - CID - (Field Inspector)- Midland
Job Description

The Railroad Commission of Texas is a state agency with primary regulatory jurisdiction over the oil and natural gas industry; pipeline transport and pipeline safety; natural gas utilities; the LP-gas industry; and surface mining operations. You can find more details about us on the Railroad Commission of Texas' website here https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

To support our mission to serve Texas, we need great people to join our team. We provide a great working environment along with outstanding benefits, including:

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and at least 12 paid holidays per year
• Telework options for eligible positions
• Flexible work schedules
• Retirement pension with a 150% agency match - you can watch this You Tube video that describes this amazing benefit
• 401(k), 457(b) and Roth
• Health premiums are 100% paid for full-time employees
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness and Exercise Leave
• Career development programs/opportunities for advancement

For a complete list of our total compensation package, please visit our website at https:// To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees, visit the Employee Retirement Systems website at .

General Description

For the new Critical Infrastructure Division of the Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC), we seek an Engineering Specialist I proficient in performing moderately complex (journey-level) engineering work specializing in technical field weatherization and operator preparedness of Critical Infrastructure. This position will operate in the Lubbock (West Texas) Region. Must live within 50 miles of Midland or be willing to relocate. Relocation is not paid for by the RRC.

Work involves conducting site surveys, inspections, field work, data collection, validation, testing, and assessment. Works under general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Duties

• Performs engineering, weatherization, and operator preparedness site visits/assessments and monitoring.
• Conducts engineering field work to ensure compliance with RRC statewide rules and guidelines.
• Compiles, reviews, and validates field data; summarizes results, and compiles reports for the division.
• May provide technical assistance with data evaluation, research coordination, issue analysis, and report preparation and recommendations.
• May also aid with the development of new or refined techniques, procedures, processes, and/or scientific methods.
• Review, coordinate, validate, and report on various datasets for monitoring, in compliance with state and federal monitoring regulations.
• Reviews the activities of contractors, operators, and/or civic authorities.
• Prepares correspondence and technical reports.
• May interact with the public, engineers, developers, landowners, and other interested groups/key stakeholders.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• This position will require field travel up to 90%, with the remaining 10% dedicated to administrative functions, working from home or at regional offices.

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Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and a good driving record.
• Applicants must live within 50 miles of Midland or be willing to relocate. Relocation is not paid for by the RRC.
• Experience in weatherization and/or natural gas services in the electricity supply chain.
• Experience and education may substitute for each other on a year-for-year basis.

Note: Salary will be determined based on education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in weatherization, critical infrastructure, and natural gas supply chain for power generation.
• Experienced in engineering work.
• BA/BS from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Engineering, Natural Resources, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated understanding and ability to apply engineering concepts, techniques, theories, and principles.
• Knowledge of best practices to prepare facilities providing natural gas services in the electricity supply chain.
• Knowledge of best practices to maintain services in an extreme weather event.
• Demonstrated skill in excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills.
• Demonstrated skill in handling and use of oilfield tools, technical equipment, and protective gear.
• Skill in using computers, Microsoft Office, other Windows-based software, and database applications.
• Skill in maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Possess a valid Texas Driver's License and good driving record.
• Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to drive, perform basic maintenance, and perform tire changes on a pickup truck.
• Ability to walk up to two miles in varying weather conditions as required to perform engineering…