Operations Technology Specialist

BP • Houston, TX

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

About us Our purpose is to bring together people, energy, and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility, we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fueled by world-class insight and expertise. We’re always striving for smarter digital solutions, sustainable outcomes, and closer collaboration across our company and beyond—and you could be part of that too. Together, we continue to grow as one of the world’s leading energy companies! About the role As an Operations Technology Specialist , you will work closely with scheduling and operations staff to drive efficiency and productivity, automate manual processes, develop new tools and solutions, and partner with our IT organization to enhance operational efficiency and data integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent relevant industry experience.
• Relevant experience in energy operations, pipeline or Independent System Operator (ISO) scheduling, or technical roles supporting the natural gas or power trade lifecycle.
• Solid understanding of the power and/or natural gas trade lifecycle , including pipeline and ISO scheduling, nominations, and imbalance and position management.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills , with proficiency in Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate) for reporting and process automation.
• Technical expertise in Python (pandas, NumPy), SQL (MS SQL Server), and Excel/VBA for data analysis and workflow optimization.
• Familiarity with cloud technologies (Azure/AWS), CI/CD pipelines, and RESTful APIs to enable scalable, integrated solutions.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly , develop comprehensive documentation, and collaborate optimally across teams.
• Analytical and strategic mind with the ability to solve complex problems and make data-driven decisions.
• Proactive and resourceful , taking initiative to find opportunities and deliver solutions independently.
• Exceptional communicator and relationship builder , skilled at engaging interested parties and fostering collaboration.
• Influential great teammate , adept at navigating diverse professional groups and driving alignment.
• Adaptable and agile , thriving in fast-paced environments and delivering quick-turnaround solutions without compromising quality.

Nice To Haves

• Team-oriented mentality , thriving in collaborative environments and contributing to shared success.
• Resilient under pressure , maintaining focus and delivering results in challenging situations.
• New perspectives and innovative thinking , bringing unique backgrounds and approaches to problem-solving.
• Experience with advanced analytics and programming , including statistical modeling, SQL, and quantitative languages (Python, R, Spark).
• Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Power BI, Plotly, or D3 to turn complex data into actionable insights.
• Exposure to full-stack development , including front-end technologies (ReactJS, HTML, JavaScript) and back-end frameworks (C#, Node.js).
• Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow) and emerging LLM technologies (e.g., LangChain, OpenAI API).
• Working knowledge of VBA, SQL, and JavaScript for automation and integration.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate proactively with Operations staff and leadership to understand workflows and find opportunities for automation and process improvement.
• Lead operational transformation by simplifying daily tasks through practical automation and data-driven strategies—building a foundation for efficiency and growth.
• Empower teams with insights , streamlining complex processes and unlocking actionable intelligence through advanced data analysis.
• Champion technology adoption , driving the implementation of innovative solutions that enhance operational excellence across the organization.
• Develop clear, user-friendly documentation that translates complex improvements into actionable resources for teams.
• Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and long-term success.
• Model bp’s Values & Behaviors and follow bp’s Code of Conduct in all activities.
• Partner with internal technology teams (e.g., Digital Workplace, ST&S Technology, Vista) to align on architecture and support models.
• Design lightweight applications and prototypes in collaboration with bp’s technology organization to streamline operational tasks.
• Work closely with IT to support incident resolution and conduct root cause analysis for scheduling-related technology issues.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for US Benefits – Core.
• This position offers paid vacation depending on your years of relevant industry experience and will range from 120 – 240 hours[LC1] of vacation per year for full time employees (60 - 240 hours of vacation per year for part time employees).
• You will also be eligible for 9 paid holidays per year and 2 personal choice holidays.
• Bp has a parental leave policy as well, which offers up to 8 weeks’ paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child.
• We offer a reward package to enable your work to fit with your life. These offerings include a discretionary annual bonus program, long-term incentive program, and generous retirement benefits that include a 401k matching program.
• These benefits include a pension for eligible employee[LC2] .
• As part of bp’s wellbeing package, bp offers access to health, vision, and dental insurance, as well as life and Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees