Facilities Engineer

Description

Occidental is an international energy company with operations in the United States, Middle East, Latin America and Africa. We are the largest onshore oil producer in the U.S., including in the Permian Basin, and a leading offshore producer in the Gulf of Mexico. Our midstream and marketing segment provides flow assurance and maximizes the value of our oil and gas. Our chemical subsidiary OxyChem manufactures the building blocks for life-enhancing products. Our Oxy Low Carbon Ventures subsidiary is advancing leading-edge technologies and business solutions that economically grow our business while reducing emissions. We are committed to using our global leadership in carbon dioxide management to advance a lower-carbon world. Visit Oxy.com for more information.

Occidental strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment, and positively impacting our communities where we do business.

This position includes the following functions to be performed in support of reservoir development and ongoing operations with focus on value optimization:

• Design and implement Brownfield installations related to regulatory & emission demands.
• Trial new technologies to determine viability at larger scale for full implementation.
• Analyze, troubleshoot and refurbish existing surface facilities and infrastructure.
• Design & implement new surface infrastructure elements including pipelines, compressor stations, pumping stations, and oil/water/gas separation, processing facilities, secondary waterflood and injection facilities for new and existing oil and gas.
• Project planning and management for safe execution of projects with predictable cost, schedule and performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 2 years work experience in oil and gas engineering or operations or related field.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, including safety considerations in engineering design, recommendations, and operability.
• Ability, desire and verbal and written communication skills to work within multidiscipline team environment.
• Desire and commitment to be part of a strong team dynamic.
• Ability to make technically and economically sound recommendations with incomplete information and in the time required.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Experience working within a change management program.
• Self-starter able to work with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in hydraulic analysis, equipment sizing/design, and system design.
• Proficiency in or ability to learn applicable technical and economic analysis software. Working knowledge of automation and/or electrical engineering.
• Working knowledge of typical onshore oil and gas construction practices.
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite software. Ability to analyze large datasets to develop actionable plans to enhance operations.
• Working knowledge of the following in context of upstream oil and gas operations:
  • OSHA Process Safety Management elements and typical safety program requirements
  • Industry codes and standards (ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8, ASME Section 8, Div. 1 Pressure Vessel Code, etc.)
  • Typical rotating and stationary equipment
  • Typical materials of construction
  • Process control elements and systems

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Proficiency in automation and/or electrical engineering.
• Working knowledge of Colorado & Wyoming regulatory environment including CDPHE, COGCC & WOGCC.
• Working knowledge of reliability engineering principles and life cycle cost analysis.
• Working knowledge of corrosion engineering principles.
• Proficiency using multiple programs from the following list
  • ProMax, Bluebeam, PowerBi, PowerApps, SharePoint, SAP & Spotfire
• Formal training and work experience in project management.
• Working knowledge of procurement systems and contracting.
• Ability to represent the company's interests with vendors and contract technical staff.

*Grade Salary Range Discretionary Bonus 21 $89,000 - $153,000 0-30% 22 $104,000 - $178,000 0-40% 23 $123,000 - $211,000 0-40% 23.5 $139,000 - $237,000 0-40% 24 $157,000 - $269,000 0-50%

*Salary grade is determined based on a candidates education, industry experience, work history, skill set, and any unique qualifications.

LTI: Exempt positions are eligible for participation in the company's discretionary Long-Term Incentive program contingent upon employee's relevant industry experience and demonstrated skills/performance.

Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation.

Occidental does not offer sponsorship of employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions for this role.

Occidental is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.