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Automation Lead

Plainview, New York, United States · On-site

$110k–$130k/yr

Senior$534M raised

Position Title: Automation Lead Department: Operations Location: DJ Basin, CO Reports to: Automation Foreman Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 Job Summary Prairie Operating Company is seeking a highly skilled and experie…

Skills: SCADA, PLC Programming, RTU, Flow Computers, HMI Interfaces

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Financial Reporting Director

Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site

$150k–$175k/yr

Senior+$534M raised

Position Title: Financial Reporting Director Department: Finance/Accounting Location: Denver, CO Reports to: VP- Controller Salary Range: $150,000 - $175,000 Job Summary The Director of Financial Reporting will lead the …

Skills: SEC Reporting, US GAAP, ASC 932, Financial Statement Preparation, XBRL

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Senior Landman

Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site

$187k–$250k/yr

Senior+$534M raised

Position Title: Department: Senior Landman Land Location: Denver Reports to: Executive Vice President Land Salary Range: ($187,000 - $250,000) Job Summary The Senior Landman will be responsible for all facets of land fun…

Skills: Leasing, Title Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Surface Negotiations, Acquisition Due Diligence

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Automation Lead

Prairie Operating Co

Plainview, New York, United States • On-site

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  • $110k–$130k/yr
  • Full-time
  • Health Care Coverage, Retirement Plan, Protection Coverage, Time Off And Leave Programs, Training And Development Opportunities, Allowances
  • Posted 5d ago
  • Apply by Oct 20
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of automation and SCADA systems across oil and gas production assets. Manage a team of technicians to optimize uptime, enhance safety, and reduce lease operating expenses.

Requirements

Requires over 5 years of experience in oil and gas automation with strong expertise in PLC programming and industrial networks. Must have proven leadership experience and a valid driver's license for field travel in Colorado.

Full job description

Position Title:  Automation Lead
Department: Operations
Location: DJ Basin, CO
Reports to: Automation Foreman
Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000

Job Summary
Prairie Operating Company is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Automation Lead to join our operations team in the DJ Basin (Weld County, Colorado area). This critical leadership role will drive the design, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of automation, SCADA, and control systems across our oil and gas production assets. The ideal candidate will focus on minimizing LOE (Lease Operating Expenses), maximizing uptime, enhancing safety, and supporting scalable production growth in our Niobrara and Codell formations.
Reporting directly to the Automation Foreman, you will lead a team of technicians and specialists while collaborating closely with field operations, vendors, and contractors to deliver reliable, efficient automation solutions that directly impact production and profitability.

Key Responsibilities
•  Lead the strategy, architecture, and continuous improvement of automation systems, including SCADA, PLCs, RTUs, flow computers, HMI interfaces, and related instrumentation.
•  Oversee installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, Workover Rigs, and optimization of automation on well pads, SWDs, meters, valves, and other production equipment.
•  Maintain and implement standards for data acquisition, remote monitoring, alarming, and reporting to support real-time decision-making and predictive maintenance.
•  Manage automation projects from concept to execution, including budgeting, vendor selection, contractor oversight, and integration with existing infrastructure.
•  Troubleshoot complex issues and drive root-cause analysis to minimize downtime.
•  Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., BLM calibration frequencies), safety standards, and environmental best practices.
•  Mentor and develop automation technicians; support in-house expertise growth for cost optimization and knowledge retention.
•  Collaborate on LOE reduction initiatives through automation efficiencies, bulk procurement strategies, and technology upgrades.
•  Maintain documentation, training materials, and knowledge transfer for field teams.
•  Stay current with emerging technologies in oilfield automation and recommend innovative solutions.

Qualifications
•  5+ years of progressive experience in oil & gas automation, controls, and SCADA systems (DJ Basin or similar unconventional experience preferred).
•  Strong expertise with PLC programming, SCADA platforms, RTUs, flow computers, and industrial networks (Modbus, Ethernet, etc.).
•  Proven leadership experience managing teams, projects, and contractors.
•  Hands-on knowledge of production equipment such as Facility Equipment, Fisher valves, gas meters, and electrical systems.
•  Familiarity with regulatory compliance, including BLM gas meter calibration and DP measurement best practices.
•  Excellent problem-solving skills with a track record of resolving persistent field issues.
•  Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to field locations in Colorado.

Employee Benefits
Prairie Operating Employee Co., LLC offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which include, but are not limited to, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. 

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital status or veteran status.

Prairie Operating Employee Co., LLC reserves the right to modify this job description at its discretion at any time.  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.  Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

 

Related keywords

SCADAPLCRTUFlow ComputersHMIModbusEthernetDJ BasinNiobrara FormationCodell FormationOil & GasProduction AssetsBLM CalibrationDP MeasurementFisher ValvesGas Meters

About Prairie Operating Co

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Dedicated to Safe and Environmentally Responsible Energy Production

Industry
Oil and Gas
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2023
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
LinkedIn followers
3,662
Total funding
$534M

Prairie Operating Co. (Nasdaq: PROP) is a Houston-based publicly traded independent energy company engaged in the development and acquisition of proven, producing oil and natural gas resources in the United States. The Company’s assets and operations are concentrated in the oil and liquids-rich regions of the Denver-Julesburg (DJ) Basin, with a primary focus on the Niobrara and Codell formations. The Company is committed to the responsible development of its oil and natural gas resources and is focused on maximizing returns through consistent growth, capital discipline, and sustainable cash flow generation. To learn more, visit www.prairieopco.com.

Offices: 602 Sawyer St, Suite 710, Houston, Texas 77007, US · 50 S Steele St, Suite 330, Denver, Colorado 80209, US

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About Prairie Operating Co

LinkedInVisit site

Dedicated to Safe and Environmentally Responsible Energy Production

Industry
Oil and Gas
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2023
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
LinkedIn followers
3,662
Total funding
$534M

Prairie Operating Co. (Nasdaq: PROP) is a Houston-based publicly traded independent energy company engaged in the development and acquisition of proven, producing oil and natural gas resources in the United States. The Company’s assets and operations are concentrated in the oil and liquids-rich regions of the Denver-Julesburg (DJ) Basin, with a primary focus on the Niobrara and Codell formations. The Company is committed to the responsible development of its oil and natural gas resources and is focused on maximizing returns through consistent growth, capital discipline, and sustainable cash flow generation. To learn more, visit www.prairieopco.com.

Offices: 602 Sawyer St, Suite 710, Houston, Texas 77007, US · 50 S Steele St, Suite 330, Denver, Colorado 80209, US

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