ESP DIFA Tech

Endurance Lift Solutions•Midland, TX

About The Position

The ESP Reliability / DIFA Engineer supports the DIFA (Dismantle, Inspection, and Failure Analysis) process for Electric Submersible Pump (ESP) systems and is responsible for both the mechanical execution of teardowns and the technical analysis of failures. This role performs equipment dismantling, inspection, documentation, and Root Cause Failure Analysis to identify failure mechanisms, support customer failure reviews, and drive continuous reliability improvements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Petroleum, or related field
Or High School Diploma with significant ESP DIFA experience may be considered for technician focused roles.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in ESP Reliability Engineering, DIFA, or related ESP service/repair operations
Strong mechanical aptitude with familiarity using shop tools and equipment
Solid understanding of ESP components and downhole systems
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Technical writing skills with the ability to produce clear engineering reports
Proficiency in computer applications for data analysis and reporting
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in a business environment

Responsibilities

Perform dismantling and teardown of returned ESP equipment, including pumps, gas separators, seal sections, motors, sensors, and associated components
Follow established DIFA procedures, teardown sequences, and safety practices
Maintain proper identification, labeling, and traceability of all equipment and components
Preserve failure evidence by avoiding cleaning, alteration, or modification unless instructed
Maintain dismantled components and wells in an organized and controlled manner
Coordinate and support ESP teardown scheduling
Conduct detailed inspections of ESP components to identify damage, wear, corrosion, or abnormal conditions
Document teardown and inspection findings through written observations and photographic evidence
Develop Dismantle & Inspection (D&I), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Failure Analysis reports
Perform Root Cause Failure Analyses using industry standards and reliability engineering best practices
Identify recurring failure modes and contributing operational or environmental factors
Provide statistical analysis of ESP performance, including run life, failure trends, and root causes
Support the Reliability Manager with investigations, reporting, and technical analysis
Assist Sales teams during Customer Failure Reviews with technical findings and reliability conclusions
Communicate results clearly and professionally to internal teams and customers
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and reliability improvement strategies