RRC - Engineering Specialist III - Oil and Gas Inj

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=107283andPostingSeq=1Agency InformationThe Railroad Commission of Texas is a state agency with primary regulatory jurisdiction over the oil and natural gas industry; pipeline transport and pipeline safety; natural gas utilities; the LP-gas industry; and surface mining operations. You can find more details about us on the Railroad Commission of Texas' website here https://www.rrc.texas.gov/about-us/. To support our mission to serve Texas, we need great people to join our team. We provide a great working environment along with outstanding benefits, including: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and at least 12 paid holidays per yearTelework options for eligible positionsFlexible work schedulesRetirement pension with a 150% agency match - you can watch this YouTube video that describes this amazing benefit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJI6M7g73-w 401(k), 457(b) and RothHealth premiums 100% paid for full-time employeesTuition ReimbursementWellness and Exercise LeaveCareer development programs/opportunities for advancement. For a complete list of our total compensation package, please visit our website at https://www.rrc.texas.gov/about-us/jobs/. To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees, visit the Employee Retirement Systems website at https://ers.texas.gov/benefits-at-a-glance. Job DescriptionThe Railroad Commission of Texas, recognized as a worldwide leader in the regulation of oil and gas exploration and production, seeks an Injection Well Analyst to provide administrative processing and technical review of injection well monitoring and compliance condition requirements in the Special Injection Permits (SIP) Unit in the Oil and Gas Division. Major responsibilities include reviewing mechanical integrity test reports, processing completion reports, and monitoring compliance with pre- and post-injection permitting condition requirements associated with Class VI Geologic Storage and Associated Injection of Anthropogenic Carbon Dioxide (CO2), Class V Geothermal and Class III Brine Mining wells. The successful candidate will assist customers with filing mechanical integrity test reports (Form H-5), well completion reports (Forms W-2 and G-1), and all other required permit conditions associated with the SIP unit. The candidate works under the direction of the Special Injection Permits Manager. Essential Job DutiesMonitors and tracks compliance with pre-injection / post-injection conditions for all Class VI, V and III permits. Review reports for compliance and perform field inspections of Class VI facilities; perform a detailed review of the completion of injection wells and wells in the area surrounding during an inspection. Performs reviews of mechanical integrity test reports (Form H-5) and troubleshoots submitted Forms H-5.Processes Completion Reports (Forms W-2 and G-1) for injection wells by evaluating downhole work using tools such as cement bond logs, mud logs, and geophysical logs against injection well permit parameters.Assists with review, approval, and enforcement of mechanical integrity test reports associated with SIP permitted wells.Assists clients over the phone or via email to prepare and submit mechanical integrity test reports (Form H-5) online, complete, and semi-annual reports for compliance with rules and standards.Completes technical evaluations in the Commission's online Completion System to document, update, and identify elements of permit compliance such as well perforations, casing for groundwater protection, validation of drilling permits, and injection and well testing criteria, using Commission databases and tracking software.Interacts with customers by phone and e-mail to resolve moderately complex injection-well problems reviewed under the SIP unit. Resolves discrepancies through written and verbal communication with operators and research of well records. Research information using records and databases; interprets information well in the Commission's internal and public databases.Meets and maintains measured work standards with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail while applying varied complex work methods, procedures, and rotating job duties. 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 QualificationsGraduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering, Geoscience, or a closely related field.Two (2) years of experience in engineering or geological work.Two (2) years of experience evaluating documents or compliance with rules, policies, and procedures.Valid Texas Driver's license and a good driving record.Experience and education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Preferred QualificationsFour (4) years of experience in engineering or geological work.Knowledge of Class VI Geologic Storage and Associated Injection of Anthropogenic Carbon Dioxide (CO2) wells. Experience in oilfield operations.Experience in interpreting geophysical well logs.Knowledge of the Railroad Commission's rules, policies, and procedures. Experience related to the design, completion, or monitoring of oil and gas or injection wells.Experience in data management or data analysis.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of engineering and data analysis techniques.Ability to apply engineering concepts, to conduct inspections, to perform maintenance activities, to review design work, to review construction work, to organize and analyze data, and to communicate effectively.Demonstrate understanding and ability to apply geological conce