Optimization Operator

Devon Energy•Carlsbad, NM

About The Position

The Optimization Operator works under general supervision and analyzes real-time data through Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) monitoring to support informed decisions and efficient control of complex processes. The role collaborates with engineers, DSC/PA, foremen, and lease operators on well and lease activities; participates in well and route reviews; and troubleshoots and optimizes producing and underperforming wells. The operator conducts minor subsurface well maintenance limited to non-BOPE jobs, such as swabbing, slickline, plunger maintenance, hot oil/water, regulatory and routine testing, batch/chemical/scale jobs, long stroke/respace, cap string inspection, fluid levels, and dynamometer work. The role also performs dynamometer, fluid shot, and Formation Bottomhole Pressure (FBHP) surveys where applicable and as planned or needed. Serving as a field-operations subject matter expert, the operator works with artificial plunger lift and surface facility equipment, including computers, vehicles, and analysis or test equipment, and represents the company in the delivery and receipt of materials and equipment. The position supports regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance in coordination with operations leadership and Environmental Health and Safety. The operator participates in training, promptly reports incidents, accidents, and near misses, and has the right and obligation to stop work in unsafe conditions. This position is located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in E&P operations specializing in lease operations, process optimization, equipment operations and repair, or a related field.
Skills with SCADA systems, root cause analysis (RCA), statistical process control (SPC), troubleshooting, simulation software and modeling, equipment maintenance, data analysis, XSPOC or equivalent, Pi, and data visualization.

Nice To Haves

Industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze real-time data through SCADA monitoring to support informed decision-making and efficient process control.
Collaborate with engineers, DSC/PA, foremen, and lease operators on well and lease activities; participate in well and route reviews.
Troubleshoot and optimize producing and underperforming wells.
Conduct minor subsurface well maintenance limited to non-BOPE jobs, including applicable routine and regulatory work.
Perform dynamometer, fluid shot, and FBHP surveys where applicable and as planned or needed.
Serve as a subject matter expert in field operations, including artificial plunger lift and surface facility equipment.
Represent the company in the delivery and receipt of materials and equipment.
Maintain regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance in coordination with operations personnel and the Environmental Health and Safety Department.
Participate in training programs to enhance lease-site operations skills and knowledge.
Promptly report incidents, accidents, and near misses to supervisors.
Stop work when conditions are unsafe.