I&E Manager (Delaware Basin)

Summary of Position:

Responsible for overseeing the installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical, instrumentation, and automation equipment, coordinating with various employees and contractors, and providing detailed reporting of activities to management. Provides design guidance to facility engineers and project management of capitalized projects. Maintaining timelines and budgets. This manager is responsible for developing I/E Techs, Leads, and Supervisors, including technical development, managerial, and interpersonal skills. The position will collaborate with his counterparts in measurement, SCADA, control room operations, and electrical engineering to produce timely and relative results. The manager will develop a culture of safety by leading in his team in advancing a safety program especially suited for the I/E staff. The Manager will report to the VP of Technical Field Services.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

The following represents most of the position's duties but is not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. Employees are expected to comply with all regulatory, environmental, and safety rules and standards, as well as corporate policies.

As an I&E Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Administering preventive maintenance practices to ensure high runtimes on all measurement, electrical, and instrumentation equipment are completed in accordance with schedules.
• Developing and implementing strategies for sustainable I&E reliability.
• Providing leadership for I&E technical support for maintenance and operations personnel (Lead(s) and participate(s)) in root cause failure analyses.
• Maintaining proper documentation and timely execution of purchase orders, invoice approvals, email responses, meeting invites, and employee performance reviews.
• Analyzing problems quickly and accurately to implement effective courses of corrective action.
• Preparing scope documents, exhibits, budgets, specifications, schedules, and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Preparing operational and project budgets.
• Monitoring the effectiveness of all maintenance of temperature and pressure measurement equipment, programmable logic controllers (PLC), secondary electrical and mechanical systems, and equipment such as motors, pumps, switches, pneumatic controls and end devices, and related input and output devices.
• Developing programs to lower the cost of maintenance and improve runtime.
• Guiding staff in the development of PLC programming, P&IDs controls, loop diagrams, and cause and effect documentation
• Meeting and scheduling of activities with team members and contractors daily.
• Coordinating operations with other Delaware Basin personnel as required.
• Coordinate projects with electrical engineers and field staff.
• Train supervisors in management skills, decision-making, safety, and environment.
• Attending and orchestrating safety meetings and holding safety stand-downs.
• Assisting in designing, engineering, and procuring electrical equipment and instrumentation systems.
• Maintaining effective communications, providing ideas, raising concerns, and working with other functions, including facility operations and supervision, engineering, supply chain, other I&E employees, clerical staff, and contractors.
• Accomplishing job responsibilities/duties in accordance with WaterBridge’s Core Values.
• Being accountable for personal safety, the safety of co-workers, and promoting a safe work environment.
• Ensuring job duties are carried out safely, with due regard for the environment, and in compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations.
• Staying abreast of changing technology through training opportunities, contacting suppliers/representatives of equipment manufacturers, and networking with others in the field.
• Maintaining good housekeeping practices.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record is required.
• Must have 10 years of experience/training on applicable control systems equipment or a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with 5 years of experience.
• Must have 7 + years of supervision experience.
• A Master Electrician status is a plus.
• Competent in basic PLC programming skills.
• Competent in VFD troubleshooting and repair.
• Knowledge of SCADA network architecture, SCADA protocols, various types of instrumentation, radio, WAN and LAN communications, PLC programming and PID loop tuning, VFDs, Motors, PD pumps, and H pumps is required.
• Experience using Ignition SCADA or equivalent HMI software.
• Familiar with local and national electrical codes.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic principles and associated safety requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and highly detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently or collaborate effectively within a team and cross-functionally.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Be able to develop and maintain operational and project budgets.
• Mentor and plan for employee's progression.
• Ability to direct others in troubleshoot break downs, control systems, diagnose faults, components, end devices and other electronic equipment and perform repairs and maintenance.
• Must have strong experience in the use of computers and a basic knowledge of Word and with advanced skills in Excel.
• Knowledge to provide facility design feedback and create solutions to complex problems using measurement, automation, and electrical equipment.
• Ability to create documentation including BOM/Material acquisition, one-line drawings to assist in quoting process.
• Be able to assist in the procurement process.
• Be able to apply common-sense understanding to daily tasks/issues.
• Have forthright communication with senior leadership; job progress, issues & resolutions, required manpower & equipment, etc.
• Must be able to relate to other people and maintain good relationships with coworkers and peers. 
• Must be able to respond appropriately to constructive criticism. 
• Live in Pecos or Orla, TX, within a 30-mile radius from Pecos, TX, or a 60-mile radius from Orla, TX—preferably between Midland, TX, and Carlsbad, NM.
  • Company-paid housing will be provided during your working shift.

Working Conditions/Environment:

• Operates in a field and office environment, depending on schedule and projects.
  • Due to the diversity of scheduled and non-scheduled remediation, environmental conditions vary significantly depending on the project.
• Office environment:
  • Professional and/or business casual.
• Field environment:
  • May be subject to extreme environments such as heat, cold, etc.
  • The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to:
    • Standing, walking, or sitting for prolonged periods.
    • Walking on uneven and vegetated terrain; sampling activities such as hand auguring for soil sample collection.
    • Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear.
    • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds and must be able to carry a self-contained breathing apparatus if needed. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type:

• This is a full-time position.
  • 5/2 5 days on, 2 days off)
  • 1/2 days on Fridays

Position Location:

• Will office out of West Texas (Southern Delaware Basin)
  • Pecos, TX
• Supporting I&E Operations in both West Texas Locations:
  • Pecos, TX (Southern Delaware Basin)
  • Orla, TX (Northern Delaware Basin)

Benefits:

At WaterBridge, our employee benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• If eligible, company-paid housing will be provided during working shifts
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, & Child(ren)
• Employee Basic Life and AD&D Insurance – Company Paid
• Short Term & Long Term Disability – Company Paid
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) Retirement Plan, plus a company match
• And many other benefits not listed here

About Us

The WaterBridge group of companies is a fast-paced and growing organization. Our business lines include produced water handling and recycling, land management and environmental solutions. Our employees provide essential services to unlock sustainable American energy production every day, and we are continually seeking dedicated individuals who thrive on both creativity and challenge to be a part of our team. We pride ourselves for our strong commitment to our employees and for creating a workplace where employees feel genuinely valued and connected. Join our entrepreneurial and innovative team today!

WHO WE ARE

At WaterBridge, we believe that our people make the difference! We are committed to provide our employees with personal development and growth opportunities. We've been leading the emergence and evolution of the midstream water sector since 2015, backed by our strong core values and operational excellence. WaterBridge owns and operates permanent, integrated water infrastructure networks to address the long term produces water management requirements of E&P companies.

Our Mission:

To make WaterBridge the standard bearer for the water midstream industry.

Core Values:

SAFETY

• Safety is important. We demand a personal commitment at all levels within the organization. Everyone has the right and responsibility to speak up and stop any unsafe work being performed.

TEAMWORK + COLLABORATION

• We work with humility and courage to be a team player. We define success by contribution and not competition. We consider the impact we have on others before we act.

INTEGRITY + TRUST

• We honor our commitments. We demonstrate a propensity to trust and act in the very best interest of all. We do not tolerate dishonesty or intimidation.

AUTHENTIC COMMUNICATION

• We are honest and respectful. We genuinely listen to each other and encourage healthy debate. We do not spin the truth, have hidden agendas, or hide information.

ACCOUNTABILITY FOR RESULTS

• We hold ourselves accountable and take responsibility for results, regardless of outcome. We learn from our mistakes, encourage feedback, and increase our capabilities. We do not overpromise or underdeliver.

ENTREPRENEURIAL INNOVATION

• Everyone is a leader: we “think big” in everything we do and encourage new ideas. We strive for continuous improvement and encourage responsible risk taking. We do not play it safe due to complacency.

WaterBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer.