Job DescriptionThe Railroad Commission of Texas, recognized as a worldwide leader in the regulation of oil and gas exploration and production, seeks an Engineering Specialist IV to provide technical work in the Engineering Unit in the Oil and Gas Division. The primary focus of this position will be coordinating the Commission's program for flaring and venting natural gas pursuant to 16 Texas Administrative Code 73.32 (Statewide Rule 32). This position will coordinate technical and administrative staff efforts to receive, process and track administrative exceptions and hearing requests. The position will be responsible for analyzing data and preparing reports associated with the flaring and venting of gas in Texas. The position will be responsible for meeting established performance objectives relating to Statewide Rule 32. Other responsibilities may be assigned as needed, including reviewing well completion reports and other tasks assigned to the Engineering Unit. May train others. Works under general supervision, with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment within the scope and authority of Commission rules and practice.
Essential Job Duties - Oversees and provides highlevel technical expertise for the Statewide Rule 32 program regarding the flaring and venting of gas.
- Coordinates the work of technical and administrative staff assigned to the Statewide Rule 32 program.
- Tracks and reports performance measures associated with the program.
- Analyzes current business processes and workflows.
- Develops and implements improvements to business processes and workflows.
- Validates and analyzes data relating to the flaring and venting of gas.
- Oversees and/or performs the collection, validation, and analysis of data to identify noncompliance with Statewide Rule 32.
- Prepares correspondence and technical reports.
- Performs engineering assessments.
- Provides technical guidance on the evaluation of data, coordination of research, analysis of issues, and formulating recommendations.
- Trains others.
- Performs additional related essential tasks to maintain production workflow.
For Military Crosswalk information, please visit: Military Crosswalk for Occupational Category Engineering and Design (texas.gov) Minimum Qualifications - B.S. in Petroleum Engineering, Geology or a related field from an accredited fouryear college or university.
- Three (3) years of experience in engineering or geological work.
- Experience may be substituted for the required education on a yearforyear basis.
- Applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to Austin areas.
- Valid Texas Driver's license and a good driving record.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience in oil and gas regulatory functions and knowledge of the Railroad Commission's rules, policies, and procedures.
- Experience in oil and gas exploration and production.
- Experience with the Railroad Commission's online and mainframe systems.
- Experience in process improvement.
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geoscientist (PG).
- Experience in providing customer service by responding to technical inquiries by telephone or email.
- Experience with the development and maintenance of Excel macros and Visual Basic scripts to support reporting, tracking, and generating correspondence.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Knowledge of engineering/geology and data analysis techniques and theories. Knowledge of scientific principles, techniques, and procedures; of testing methods, processes, and procedures; of mathematics and statistics; and of the practical application of engineering/geosciences and technology.
- Knowledge of Railroad Commission rules and procedures.
- Knowledge of oil and gas regulatory functions.
- Ability to apply engineering concepts, to conduct inspections, to perform maintenance activities, to operate specialized equipment, to organize and analyze data, to communicate effectively, and to train others.
- Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective solutions and to prepare reports.
- Skilled in the use of computers.
- Skilled in scientific data management; in collecting and assessing data; in applying modeling and statistical procedures; in the use of a computer and applicable software; and in the use of standard tools of the profession.
- Ability to plan and oversee projects.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to clearly describe a situation or an experience.
- Excellent verbal, written and telecommunication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to work effectively on a team, both as a leader and as a member.
- Skilled in operating telephones, computers, and applicable computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.
Working Conditions Miscellaneous Requirements: - Ability to work MondayFriday, 8AM 5PM with occasional flexible hours, overtime, weekends.
- Position requires occasional overnight travel.
Primarily indoors with heating and cooling regulated in a general office environment; the noise level in the work environment ranges from lowtomoderate.
Additional InformationWork Hours: Standard office hours for Commission employees are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our agency offers alternative schedules for employees, provided they do not adversely affect operations or service levels and standard hours of operation are maintained. The Commission may also offer telework in accordance with the agency's approved Telework Plan. Alternate work schedules may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the CAPPS Prescreening Questionnaire to be considered for the posting. To complete the Prescreening Questionnaire, go to CAPPS to register or log in: https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant
Remarks: - There is one available position.
- Official transcripts, DD214 or DD1300, copies of license/certifications, or other minimum requirement validations will be requested at the time of the job offer.
- Criminal background checks will be conducted on all final candidates. An applicant who has been convicted of a criminal offense relevant to the position may be disqualified from employment.
Important Information For All Applicants The Railroad Commission of Texas does not sponsor employment visas or participate in employersponsored immigration programs. The agency does not provide employer support for applications to extend or obtain employment authorization, including employer attestations, training plans, or other documentation required for participation in programs such as STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT). Applicants should consider this policy when determining whether the position meets their employment authorization requirements.
The agency will complete employment eligibility verification and other documentation required by applicable law. The agency does not provide discretionary immigration sponsorship or programspecific employer documentation beyond those legal obligations.
THE RAILROAD COMMISSION OF TEXAS ONLY ACCEPTS ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSTING. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. Only candidates selected to interview will be contacted. Notifications to applicants are sent electronically to the email address you provide. 
