Top 104 Oilfield automation Jobs in Texas

Reliability Technician
bp —Orla, TX
- $95,000 - $112,000 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
6d
Systems Integrator
Design Solutions & Integration —Midland, TX
- $50 - $70 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Pass drug screening
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
6d
Compressor Mechanic
Renegade Group LLC —Cleburne, TX
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Mechanic experience
- 5 years
- Fuel card
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
Natural Gas Decompression Technician
VoltaGrid —Abilene, TX
- $28 - $33 an hour
- 10 hour shift
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
Quick Apply
Instrumentation & Electrical Technician
Elwood Professional —Midland, TX
- $35 - $42 an hour
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
5d
Automation Apprentice
Lufkin US Acquisition Company LLC —Odessa, TX
- Clean driving record
- Inventory management
- Customer service
Quick Apply
Automation Operator
Devon Energy Corporation —Cuero, TX
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
Measurement Technician
Noralta Technologies USA —Midland, TX
- $35 - $55 an hour
- Full-time
- OSHA
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid training
Quick Apply
Pipeline Controller
Western Midstream —The Woodlands, TX
- Overtime
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
4d
I & E Automation Technician
TERRA OILFIELD SERVICES LLC —Texas
- Full-time
- Basic math
- English
- Mid-level
Field Service I&E Tech - Flowback & Drillout Operations -West TX/NM
Emergent Automation LLC —Midland, TX
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Automation Engineer
Goodnight Midstream —Dallas, TX
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
- Opportunities for advancement
Quick Apply
4d
Automation Technician
Paige Co Professionals, Inc —Odessa, TX
- $30 - $45 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Schematics
- Mid-level
- Relocation assistance
Quick Apply
Automation & Commissioning Tech.
Applied Consultants —Midland, TX
- $45 - $49 an hour
- Contract
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Wet Plant Operator - Vest/El Dorado Plant - Kermit, TX (West Texas)
Iron Oak Management LLC —Kermit, TX
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Wet Plant Operator - Bigfoot Plant - Poteet, TX (Greater San Antonio area)
Iron Oak Management LLC —Poteet, TX
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Automation Technician/Commissioning Technician
PLCs Plus International Inc —Midland, TX
- $50 - $62 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
6d
Manufacturing Engineer
Caterpillar —Fort Worth, TX
- $89,210 - $133,810 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
3d
Technical Service Representative
Schlumberger —Midland, TX
- Urgently hiring
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
I&E Technician
Diamondback Energy —Midland, TX
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Relocation assistance

I want to receive the latest job alert for oilfield automation in texas

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

oilfield automation jobs near texas

Automation Technician jobs in Midland, TX

Automation Technician jobs in Texas

Automation Engineer jobs in Dallas, TX

Plant Operator jobs in Kermit, TX

Field Service Engineer jobs in Midland, TX

Manufacturing Engineer jobs in Fort Worth, TX

Controller jobs in The Woodlands, TX

Instrument Technician jobs in Midland, TX

Automation Technician jobs in Odessa, TX

Mechanic jobs in Cleburne, TX

Automation Technician jobs in Springdale, AR

Automation Technician jobs in Modesto, CA

Automation Technician jobs in Corpus Christi, TX

Automation Technician jobs in New York, NY

Patient Care Technician jobs in Washington, DC

Pharmacy Technician jobs in Fayetteville, AR

Automation Technician jobs in Jacksonville, FL

Anesthesia Technician jobs in Saint Petersburg, FL

Automation Engineer jobs in New York, NY

Automation jobs in Chicago, IL

Reliability Technician

bp -
Orla, TX

Apply Now

Job Details

Full-time
$95,000 - $112,000 a year
6 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Industrial automation
Petrochemical and natural gas instrumentation
Automation
Oil & gas
Electrical instrumentation
Pneumatic system maintenance
Industrial pumps
Technical troubleshooting support

Full Job Description

Job Family Group:

Operations Group

Job Description:

bpx energy, a major oil and gas producer in the United States, leverages its expertise in

unconventional gas, including shale, to deliver hydrocarbon production and technical

knowledge worldwide. With operations in Texas and Louisiana, our US onshore business

has become both a premier oil and gas producer and a leader in reducing methane

emissions.

As part of BP, a global industry leader, we foster a high-energy, high-intensity environment

built on accountability, collegiality, innovation, and empowerment. At bpx, we support our

people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment where safety,

operational excellence, continuous improvement, and teamwork are valued.

Discover your place with us and help our business meet the challenges of reimagining and

reinventing the future of energy.

Reliability Technician

ROLE SYNOPSIS

The Reliability Technician is responsible for supporting safe, reliable, and efficient field operations within the Permian business unit. This position works closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractor teams, and chemical service providers to troubleshoot, maintain, and improve the performance of production equipment and facility systems. The role focuses on reliability activities, both preventative and corrective, with an emphasis on identifying and eliminating repeat failures, supporting emissions reduction initiatives, improving equipment availability and performance, and providing field support for the asset’s chemical management program. This includes partnering with operations personnel and chemical vendors to optimize chemical treatments, monitor field performance, identify improvement opportunities, and support safe, cost-effective execution of corrosion, scale, paraffin, and flow assurance programs. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, adaptable individual with a growth mindset who enjoys a dynamic, hands-on, field-based work environment. Preference will be given to candidates with upstream onshore oil and gas experience, and experience working closely with chemical service providers is highly desirable.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Provide field execution support for chemical programs, including routine inspections of chemical injection equipment, validation of treatment performance, troubleshooting operational issues, coordinating with chemical service providers, and ensuring chemicals are applied safely, effectively, and in accordance with established operating requirements.

Respond to equipment breakdowns and participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) investigations to determine root cause and eliminate repeat failures.

Perform field-wide flare monitoring and repair flare systems, as well as field-wide tank pressure monitoring and repair upset conditions to mitigate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Serve as the single point of accountability for defect identification, validation, and corrective action execution associated with the Permian LDAR program and supplemental survey mechanisms, including fixed-wing quantification flights and continuous monitoring.

Perform preventative maintenance activities through the work management system and provide detailed feedback on completed work and identified issues.

Perform corrective maintenance utilizing troubleshooting, analysis, problem solving, critical thinking, diagnostic, and reasoning skills.

Collaborate with Engineering and Operations teams to evaluate surface equipment reliability and pursue predictive maintenance opportunities.

Identify and support implementation of new technologies that enhance facility availability, reliability, and operational capabilities.

Monitor equipment and systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient performance while maintaining facility integrity.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

Extensive experience in upstream, onshore oil and gas operations, with deep industry knowledge and a proven track record of operational excellence.

Experience with work management systems such as SAP, Cygnet, Scada, Enbase, or similar platforms.

Proficiency working with mechanical equipment and automation/instrumentation systems on upstream oil and gas facilities.

Experience working with rotating equipment, including pumps, gas-driven compressors, electric compressors, and related production equipment.

Experience working with contract labor crews.

Self-motivated individual who can deliver accurate, quality work with minimal supervision.

Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Technical certification or vocational training in Mechanical Maintenance, Industrial Technology, Instrumentation, or related field.

Experience supporting reliability and maintenance programs in upstream oil and gas operations.

Knowledge of LDAR programs, emissions monitoring, and environmental compliance requirements.

Experience conducting RCFA investigations and implementing corrective actions.

Familiarity with predictive maintenance strategies and reliability improvement initiatives.

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES

Demonstrates a growth mindset and willingness to learn new technologies and processes.

Strong commitment to safety, operational excellence, and environmental stewardship.

Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced field environment.

Team-oriented with a proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Dynamic, hands-on, field-based work environment supporting operations across the Permian Basin.

Frequent exposure to varying weather conditions, industrial work environments, and remote field locations.

Responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining piping, separators, valves, storage tanks, chemical pumps, instrument air compressors, flare systems, and other production facility equipment.

Regular interaction with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractor personnel, and other business units to support reliability and operational priorities.

Participation in field-wide flare monitoring, tank pressure monitoring, emissions reduction initiatives, and reliability improvement efforts.

Must be willing and able to work a 14 days on / 14 days off rotational schedule and support operational needs as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Critical Role Demands:

Lifting Abilities:

Lift with 2 hands from floor to knuckles: 70 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)

Lift with 2 hands from floor to waist: 70 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)

Lift with 2 hands from floor to shoulders: 35 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)

Lift with 2 hands from floor to crown: 35 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)

Pushing and Pulling Abilities:

Push horizontally with hands placed between waist and mid-chest level to generate a peak force of 120 lbs with two hands x 3

Pull horizontally with hands placed between waist and mid-chest level to generate a peak force of 120 lbs with two hands x 3

Carrying Abilities:

Carry with 1 hand at self-selected height: 70 lbs for a distance of 50 feet x 2; self-paced and with a 60 second rest period between carry tests.

Stair / Ladder Climbing Abilities:

Stair Climb: Climb up and down a total of 30 steps, self-paced

Ladder Climb Test: Climb up and down 8 rungs, self-paced.

Agilities:

Stooping and Twisting: From standing, perform alternate toe touches x 3 to each side, self-paced but continuous. Test recipient should reach toward his/her toes on opposite side as far as possible but actual touching of toes not required

Kneeling: From standing, kneel on one knee, return to full standing and then kneel on opposite knee. Repeat kneeling test x 3, each knee, self-paced but continuous

Sustained Squatting: From standing, lower body into a functional squat position. Hold the squat position for 30 seconds and then stand.

Repetitive Squatting: Repeat squats x 3 reps, self-paced, no hold time at end range.

LOCATION

Orla, Texas

SCHEDULE

14 days on / 14 days off rotational schedule.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

How much do we pay (Base)?

$95,000 – $112,000

Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

We offer a reward and wellbeing package designed to support your life both inside and outside of work. Benefits may include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Discretionary annual bonus program

Long-term incentive program

401(k) matching program

LEGAL AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS

Must be legally authorized to work full-time in the United States for any employer other than your current employer.

Must not require sponsorship now or in the future for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.)

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other employment benefits and privileges. Please contact us to request accommodations.

Travel Requirement:

Some travel may be required with this role, this is negotiable

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is not available for remote working

Skills:

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

oilfield automation jobs in texas

Reliability Technician

Systems Integrator

Compressor Mechanic

Natural Gas Decompression Technician

Instrumentation & Electrical Technician

Automation Apprentice

Automation Operator

Measurement Technician

Pipeline Controller

I & E Automation Technician

Field Service I&E Tech - Flowback & Drillout Operations -West TX/NM

Automation Engineer

Automation Technician

Automation & Commissioning Tech.

Wet Plant Operator - Vest/El Dorado Plant - Kermit, TX (West Texas)

Wet Plant Operator - Bigfoot Plant - Poteet, TX (Greater San Antonio area)

Automation Technician/Commissioning Technician

Manufacturing Engineer

Technical Service Representative

I&E Technician

I want to receive the latest job alert for oilfield automation in texas

Related Searches

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected