Measurement Specialist

Oxy is an international energy company with assets primarily in the United States, the Middle East and North Africa. We are one of the largest oil and gas producers in the U.S., including a leading producer in the Permian and DJ basins, and offshore Gulf of Mexico. Our midstream and marketing segment provides flow assurance and maximizes the value of our oil and gas. Our chemical subsidiary OxyChem manufactures the building blocks for life-enhancing products. Our Oxy Low Carbon Ventures subsidiary is advancing leading-edge technologies and business solutions that economically grow our business while reducing emissions. We are committed to using our global leadership in carbon management to advance a lower-carbon world. Visit oxy.com for more information.

Occidental strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.

The primary function of this position is to ensure Oxy's oil and gas sales volumes are accurately measured in accordance with company and industry standards. Employee is responsible for maintaining and calibrating Oxy owned metering equipment and witnessing third party measurement activities for both operational, and revenue oil and gas meters. This position is responsible for conducting internal measurement audits for all custody sales records and documenting compliance with the Oxy Measurement Standards. Responsibilities also include Quality Assurance and Quality Control of all Oil/Water/Gas measurement activities. This position requires collaboration with Operations personnel to ensure all measurement activities are being followed per the Oxy Measurement Standards in addition to appropriate API/MPMS and AGA guidelines. This position will also coordinate with Automation Construction and Commissioning Teams, as well as the Automation Engineering Support Team in the installation and commissioning of new equipment. Training of Operations staff in the responsibilities of measurement activities is also included in this role.

- POSITION PROFILE

Consulting/Advising

10%

Administrative

10%

Technical

75%

Commercial

5%

TOTAL 100 %

- ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Uncompromising focus on safety and environmental stewardship Supports Measurement Manager and Measurement Leads in implementing vision Provide input for business planning cycles Support regional asset leadership to help achieve goals Schedules and completes preventive maintenance for measurement activities. Ensure compliance with the Oxy Measurement Standards, regulatory requirements, API and AGA guidelines. Communicate with Measurement Leader, Operations, Regulatory and Production Accounting on issues or errors in reporting. Responsible for data collection, identification, and resolution of measurement errors that could result in the loss of volume or revenue due to human or mechanical failures. Responsible for upgrades or new installations of gas measurement custody transfer devices and systems. This includes directing contractors and company personnel on proper design and installation in accordance with industry standards. Provide measurement support for non-custody transfer metering such as well test, operational metering, and validation (check) measurement Provide gas samples for quality determination as required for custody transfer measurement, operations. Responsible for upgrades or new installations of gas measurement custody transfer devices and systems. This includes directing contractors and company personnel on proper design and installation in accordance with industry standards. Provide measurement support for non-custody transfer metering such as well test, operational metering, and validation (check) measurement Provide gas samples for quality determination as required for custody transfer measurement, operations

Education

High school diploma

Professional/Technical Knowledge

Working knowledge of the following as they pertain to measurement

- American Petroleum Institute’s (API) guidelines

- Manual of Petroleum Measurement Standards (MPMS)

- American Gas Association (AGA) guidelines

- American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

- Third Party Transportation Standards

- Texas Railroad Commission (TRRC), University Lands, Texas General Land Office regulations

- New Mexico Oil and Gas Commission/Bureau of Land Management regulations

Working knowledge of oil and gas surface operations

Professional/Technical Qualifications/License/Certifications

Valid driver ’s License with good Driving record

Experience

Experience in LACT Meter operations, calibration of gas measurement devices and repair/maintenance of measurement equipment. Must have working knowledge of relevant requirements and procedures.

Skills & Competencies

Responsible attitude for personal safety and the safety of co-workers, contractors, and the public

Diagnosis and repair of control systems (PLC, Relay Logic)

Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems, solve minor mechanical problems, and perform root cause failure analysis

Excellent communication skills

Action-oriented

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