Diamondback Energy Inc

I&E Engineer

Diamondback Energy Inc$100K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • Minimum of five (5) years' experience in Electrical & Automation
  • Advanced knowledge of Allen-Bradley Automation systems

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with safety and industry standards
  • Develop technical design packages for facilities and well pads
  • Support and optimize electrical and automation engineering specifications
  • Manage and support the arc flash program
  • Provide automation and electrical support for multiple asset types
  • Coordinate projects with internal and external teams
  • Track project estimates and financial KPIs

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Strong emphasis on safety and compliance
  • Collaborative working environment with cross-team interaction
Full Job Description
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The Automation Engineer will be responsible for creating technical design packages, project scope of work documents, load lists, cause and effect documentation for battery and well pad PLCs and optimizing standard electrical engineering drawings. This position requires strong project management skills. This position involves supporting greenfield and brownfield assets. This position should be willing to learn new software and processes, solve complex problems, maintain high-quality work, and work autonomously. Additionally, this position is responsible for developing and nurturing co-worker relations and communicating effectively with stakeholders.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Include but are not limited to:
  • Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and applicable industry codes and standards (API, IEEE, ANSI, NFPA 70/70E, ISA)
  • Develop technical design packages for facilities and well pads, including PLC/panel design, cable schedules, grounding, device selection, and cause-and-effect documentation
  • Support and optimize standard electrical and automation engineering drawings and specifications
  • Manage and support the arc flash program
  • Provide automation and electrical support for greenfield and brownfield assets, including reliability improvements and failure investigation
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to align projects with drilling, completions, and power generation needs
  • Identify and communicate risks impacting production schedules to leadership
  • Manage capital projects, including AFEs, bid documentation, budgets, forecasts, and cost transparency
  • Track project estimates, actuals, cash flow, and financial KPIs
  • Support training initiatives and stay current with emerging automation technologies
  • Foster strong working relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders while working independently and autonomously


Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • Minimum of five (5) years' experience in Electrical & Automation
  • Advanced Allen-Bradley Automation Knowledge


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working with and configuring RTU & EFM Software Packages and Systems
  • Adaptable, trustworthy, and proactive-able to solve complex problems, maintain high-quality work, and collaborate effectively across teams. Strong communication, relationship-building, and a constructive mindset are essential, along with the ability to work independently and continuously learn.


About Diamondback Energy Inc

Diamondback Energy is an independent oil and natural gas company headquartered in Midland, TX. Diamondback’s growth strategy is focused on the acquisition, development, exploration and exploitation of unconventional, long-life, onshore oil and natural gas reserves in the major oil producing Permian Basin in West Texas. The Company’s operations are directed primarily at the large acreage areas of the Clearfork, Spraberry, Wolfcamp, Cline, Strawn and Atoka formations, collectively known as the Wolfberry Trend.

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We believe in nurturing our team's potential by offering robust training programs, including leadership and diversity training. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for career advancement. At Diamondback Energy Inc, your hard work is recognized and rewarded.

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Learn more about Diamondback Energy Inc
Size
870 employees
Market Cap
$23.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$4.5 billion
Founded
2007
5 Year Trend
+66.8%
Revenue
$2.8 billion
NASDAQ

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