Production Operations and Measurement IT Advisor
Oxy · Houston, TX · 1 mo ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Provide support to end users by troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to Detechtion (or similar chemical treatment software), FlowCal, and associated integrations.
- Design, develop, and maintain custom solutions supporting Detechtion and FlowCal.
- Provide support to end users by troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to IronSight (or similar water logistics management software).
- Ensure high system availability and respond to critical issues, including outside standard business hours as needed.
- Collaborate with vendors to support system enhancements and issue resolution.
- Develop and maintain batch scripts to support system operations.
- Develop and maintain SSIS packages for system integrations.
- Leverage PowerShell scripting to automate processes and manage administrative tasks.
- Leverage SQL Server and Oracle expertise to support integrations, data management, and business reporting.
- Proactively identify and implement system and process improvements aligned with Oxy’s business objectives, incorporating AI technologies where appropriate.
- Support audit activities by ensuring compliance with controls, policies, and procedures.
- Lead and contribute to IT projects through all phases of delivery.
- Maintain awareness of business needs, technology trends, and emerging risks and opportunities.
- Participate in monthly meetings and maintain active communication with operations teams.
- Develop and maintain documentation, knowledge articles, standards, best practices, and procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
- Proficiency in SQL Server and Oracle database development.
- Proficiency in Python scripting and SSIS package development.
- Strong expertise in Detechtion (or similar chemical tracking software/processes) and FlowCal.
- Demonstrated knowledge of water trucking dispatching and logistics to support IT applications such as IronSight.
- Experience in IT project management.
- Experience designing and supporting IT system infrastructure, including test and production environments; AWS experience preferred.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
- Demonstrated understanding and practical application of AI concepts and tools.
Desired Qualifications
- AWS Cloud Practitioner certification.
- Experience with Crystal Reports development and support.
- Experience with Spotfire, PowerBI and other reporting tools.
- Experience with AI-enabled automation and scripting.
- Experience with industrial automation systems such as Cygnet, TopServer, and PI.
- Relevant certifications in IT support, database management, or related disciplines.
- Experience in a similar role within the oil and gas industry.