Lead Measurement Technician

Crescent Energy•Carrizo Springs, TX

About The Position

The Lead Measurement Technician oversees the installation, maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and regulatory compliance of oil and gas measurement equipment and systems. The position provides technical leadership to field measurement technicians, supports accurate custody transfer measurement, and promotes operational reliability across production, pipeline, and facility assets. It serves as the primary field expert for measurement systems, flow computers, analyzers, meters, proving activities, and associated instrumentation. The role combines field and office work and involves frequent travel to remote oil and gas facilities, including driving throughout STX sites 1, 2, 3, and 4. The work may involve outdoor weather, industrial equipment, and hazardous environments. After-hours or on-call work may be needed. Physical duties include lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing stairs and ladders, and standing, walking, and working outdoors for extended periods.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of oil and gas measurement or instrumentation experience.
Strong knowledge of gas and liquid measurement principles.
Strong knowledge of flow computers, including ROC, OMNI, and Totalflow.
Strong knowledge of SCADA and communication systems.
Strong knowledge of instrument calibration and troubleshooting.
Strong knowledge of AGA and API standards.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to travel to field locations as required.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Leadership and team coordination skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Communication and documentation skills.
Time management and independent decision-making skills.
Commitment to safety and compliance.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, and stand, walk, and work outdoors for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree.
Leadership or supervisory experience.
Experience with custody transfer measurement.
Familiarity with PLCs, automation systems, and networking.
Relevant industry certifications or training.

Responsibilities

Lead daily measurement operations for oil, gas, and water measurement systems.
Install, configure, troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain gas and liquid meters, flow computers, RTUs and communication systems, pressure and temperature transmitters, gas chromatographs and analyzers, LACT units and meter runs, and tank gauging systems.
Perform meter proving and verification activities.
Diagnose and resolve measurement discrepancies and equipment failures.
Ensure accurate data collection and reporting for custody transfer and production accounting.
Drive throughout STX sites 1, 2, 3, and 4.
Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to field measurement technicians.
Coordinate technician schedules, priorities, and field assignments.
Support onboarding and technical training of new personnel.
Promote safe work practices and accountability within the team.
Serve as field lead during outages, startups, and major troubleshooting events.
Ensure compliance with API and AGA standards, company operating procedures, and federal, state, and local regulations.
Maintain accurate calibration, maintenance, and inspection records.
Review measurement reports and investigate volume variances or abnormal trends.
Assist with internal and external measurement audits.
Support operations, engineering, automation, and accounting teams with measurement-related issues.
Recommend improvements to increase measurement accuracy, reliability, and efficiency.
Participate in commissioning new facilities and measurement equipment.
Assist with SCADA integration and communication troubleshooting.