Advisor, Engineering - I&E

Job Description

Job Description

Summary of Position :

The I&E Engineer is responsible for the design, installation, maintenance, and optimization of instrumentation and electrical systems that support oil and gas production operations. This role ensures that all I&E systems function safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards. The engineer will collaborate with field operations, project engineers, automation specialists, and third-party contractors to support both brownfield modifications and new capital projects.

Primary Job Responsibilities :

• Design and oversee the implementation of instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems for oil & gas facilities, including well sites, compression stations, tank batteries, and processing plants.
• Lead the development and management of overhead electrical and primary power infrastructure, including power system studies, transformation, pole-line design, load calculations, and utility coordination.
• Develop, configure, and troubleshoot control system programming (PLC, SCADA, RTU) to support production optimization and operational reliability.
• Support the selection, specification, and integration of field instruments, control systems, MCCs, VFDs, and power distribution equipment.
• Develop and review detailed engineering documentation, including P&IDs, cause and effect diagrams, control narratives, loop drawings, wiring diagrams, one-line diagrams, panel layouts, and PLC logic.
• Conduct field inspections to validate that I&E and primary power systems are installed per design specifications, functional requirements, and safety codes.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Field Technicians to maintain and optimize facility control systems, communications, and power delivery networks.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, NESC, API, ISA, and other applicable standards, including hazardous area classifications and electrical safety regulations.
• Provide technical leadership for power reliability improvement initiatives, including voltage drop mitigation, fault current analysis, and protective device coordination.
• Assist in developing scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and contractor oversight for I&E and power-related projects.
• Support facility commissioning, functional testing, and startup activities for electrical and control systems.

Knowledge / Skills / Competencies

Education & Experience :

Travel & Additional Requirements :

Benefits :

Dental and Vision insurance premiums are at no cost to employees.

Please note that the following job posting does not guarantee or promise specific benefits offerings to potential employees. While we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages, the availability and details of these offerings are subject to change and are ultimately determined by company policies and budgetary considerations. We encourage all applicants to review our official employee benefits documentation and engage in discussions with our HR representatives during the interview process to gain a comprehensive understanding of the benefits package available for the position.

Physical Requirements :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AMOUNT OF TIME

None

Under 1 / 3

1 / 3 to 2 / 3

Over 2 / 3

Stand

Walk

Sit

Use hands & fingers

Reach with hands & arms

Climb or balance (includes ladders)

Bending, kneel, squatting or crawling

Talk or hear

Wear personal protective equipment. (e.g. respirator, fire resistant clothing)

Weight Lifted

☐ Up to 10 lbs.

☐ Up to 25 lbs.

☐ Up to 50 lbs.

☐ Up to 100 lbs.

☐ More than 100 lbs.

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those this position may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AMOUNT OF TIME

None

Under 1 / 3

1 / 3 to 2 / 3

Over 2 / 3

Work near moving mechanical parts

Work in high, precarious places

Fumes or airborne particles

Toxic or caustic chemicals

Outdoor weather conditions (heat & cold)

Loud Noise (conveyor systems, mechanical equip, etc.)

Note :   This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job.  However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Civitas Resources offers of employment take into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, external market, and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees.

Civitas Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce and provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Base Pay Range : $205,000 - $230,000

Application Deadline :

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and this position will remain open until filled.

Notice To Third Party Agencies :

Civitas does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to Civitas in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where Civitas has expressly requested recruitment / staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of Civitas and Civitas will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.