Sr Operations Engineer (Water Management- Contract)

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title: Water Management Engineering Manager (Contract)
Location: Midland, TX (open to Houston-based candidates with travel to Midland twice per month)
Compensation: $72 – $77 per hour, based on experience

Overview:
We are seeking a contract Water Management Engineering Manager to lead chemical programs, solids control initiatives, and source/reuse projects. This role involves technical leadership, vendor management, and collaboration across departments to optimize costs, improve operational reliability, and support revenue growth. The position reports to the SVP of Operations and Engineering/Planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead chemical program efforts: manage vendors, monitor treatment effectiveness, and analyze well integrity data

• Oversee solids control programs: direct tank cleanup priorities, manage vendors, and ensure safe operations

• Manage source and reuse projects: prepare proposals, manage operators, coordinate land access, and ensure project execution

• Provide data analysis for well performance, pad management, and facility retention times to maximize recovery

• Collaborate with procurement and operations on purchase orders, budgets, and scheduling

• Develop cost estimates, assist with AFEs, and ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards

• Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Petroleum, or Chemical)

• 5+ years of oil & gas, water management, or midstream industry experience

• Strong vendor and budget management skills

• Knowledge of basic hydraulics and ability to troubleshoot field operations

• Strong communication and leadership abilities

• Ability to travel regularly for site visits (Midland and field locations)

• Qualifications:

• Experience in the Permian/Delaware Basin

• Familiarity with Texas and New Mexico oil & gas regulations and permitting

• Business development experience in source water and reuse projects

Company DescriptionProfessional Alternatives is a leading staffing firm specializing in all levels of corporate administrative and professional support, as well as executive placement. Starting in 1998, the Professional Search Group has a successful track record of providing local and staffing-related support to a multitude of industries. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with each client and candidate, and our hands-on approach allows us to make the best long-term match for both.Company DescriptionProfessional Alternatives is a leading staffing firm specializing in all levels of corporate administrative and professional support, as well as executive placement. Starting in 1998, the Professional Search Group has a successful track record of providing local and staffing-related support to a multitude of industries. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with each client and candidate, and our hands-on approach allows us to make the best long-term match for both.