Midstream Electrical Engineer

Energy Talent Search•Midland, TX

About The Position

Energy Talent Search is working with an energy company seeking an experienced Midstream Electrical Engineer for its Midland, Texas operations. The engineer will provide electrical, controls, and automation engineering support for midstream and oil and gas facilities, working closely with operations and technical teams on facility projects, system reliability, equipment upgrades, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires ownership of technical problems from initial evaluation through implementation, strong field operations experience, and the ability to work effectively across engineering and operating groups.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
7–15 years of relevant engineering experience.
Strong experience supporting midstream, oil and gas production, gas processing, compression, water handling, or similar industrial facilities.
Hands-on experience with industrial electrical, automation, and control systems.
Strong knowledge of PLC and HMI systems and their application within operating facilities.
Understanding of SCADA, instrumentation, industrial communications, and field automation.
Experience with industrial electrical systems and electrical troubleshooting.
Demonstrated experience supporting facility projects, equipment upgrades, commissioning, and/or startup activities.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to independently manage technical issues and drive them through resolution.
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with operations and multidisciplinary technical teams.
Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced operating environment.
Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder; the role is not eligible for sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell controls is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide electrical and automation engineering support for operating facilities.
Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and control-system issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
Support facility modifications, equipment upgrades, and new projects.
Work with PLC, HMI, SCADA, and related industrial control systems.
Support electrical and controls design, configuration, implementation, and commissioning activities.
Evaluate existing systems and identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and operating performance.
Provide technical guidance to operations and field personnel.
Coordinate with engineering, operations, and other internal groups to execute projects and resolve operating issues.
Help develop and implement improvements to facility automation and electrical infrastructure.