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Diamondback Energy · 9 hours ago

Senior Automation Engineer

Diamondback Energy is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer responsible for creating technical design packages and optimizing electrical engineering drawings. The role involves project management, supporting greenfield and brownfield assets, and fostering effective communication with stakeholders.
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Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and applicable industry codes and standards (API, IEEE, ANSI, NFPA 70/70E, ISA)
Develop technical design packages for facilities and well pads, including PLC/panel design, cable schedules, grounding, device selection, and cause-and-effect documentation
Support and optimize standard electrical and automation engineering drawings and specifications
Manage and support the arc flash program
Provide automation and electrical support for greenfield and brownfield assets, including reliability improvements and failure investigation
Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to align projects with drilling, completions, and power generation needs
Identify and communicate risks impacting production schedules to leadership
Manage capital projects, including AFEs, bid documentation, budgets, forecasts, and cost transparency
Track project estimates, actuals, cash flow, and financial KPIs
Support training initiatives and stay current with emerging automation technologies
Foster strong working relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders while working independently and autonomously

Qualification

Allen-Bradley AutomationElectrical EngineeringRTU & EFM SoftwareProject ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingRelationship Building

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering or related discipline
Minimum of five (5) years' experience in Electrical & Automation
Advanced Allen-Bradley Automation Knowledge

Preferred

Experience working with and configuring RTU & EFM Software Packages and Systems
Adaptable, trustworthy, and proactive—able to solve complex problems, maintain high-quality work, and collaborate effectively across teams
Strong communication, relationship-building, and a constructive mindset are essential, along with the ability to work independently and continuously learn

Company

Diamondback Energy

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Diamondback Energy to Acquire Mineral Interests in Midland County

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.25B
2025-03-06Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2024-09-19Post Ipo Secondary· $2.2B
2024-04-09Post Ipo Debt· $850M

Leadership Team

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Albert Barkmann
Vice President Reservoir Engineering
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Kaes Van't Hof
Vice President
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