Agency InformationThe Railroad Commission of Texas is a state agency with primary regulatory jurisdiction over the oil and natural gas industry; pipeline transport and pipeline safety; natural gas utilities; the LPgas industry; and surface mining operations. You can find more details about us on the Railroad Commission of Texas' website here
To support our mission to serve Texas, we need great people to join our team. We provide a great working environment along with outstanding benefits, including:
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and at least 12 paid holidays per year
- Telework options for eligible positions
- Flexible work schedules
- Retirement pension with a 150% agency match you can watch this YouTube video that describes this amazing benefit
- 401(k), 457(b) and Roth
- Health premiums 100% paid for fulltime employees
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness and Exercise Leave
- Career development programs/opportunities for advancement.
For a complete list of our total compensation package, please visit our website at To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees, visit the Employee Retirement Systems website at
Job DescriptionThe Railroad Commission of Texas, recognized as a worldwide leader in the regulation of oil and gas exploration, seeks an Injection Well Analyst to provide administrative processing and technical review of injection well mechanical integrity test reports and injection well workover and completion reports in the InjectionStorage Permits Unit within the Technical Permitting Section of the Oil and Gas Division. This position offers the opportunity to learn and enhance skills related to injection and disposal well operations, oil and gas downhole equipment, well testing and completion techniques, and database searches commonly used in the oil and gas industry. The successful candidate will assist customers with filing and troubleshooting mechanical integrity test reports (Form H5) and well completion reports (Forms W2 and G1). The candidate works under the direction of the InjectionStorage Permits Unit Manager and Reporting and Monitoring Team Lead.
Essential Job Duties - Review mechanical integrity test reports (Form H5) for Class II injection wells.
- Analyze temperature surveys, radioactive tracer surveys, noise logs, and cement bond logs to evaluate the external integrity of the wellbore.
- Coordinate with team members and operators to collect information, track tasks, and support the timely execution of compliance commitments.
- Review completion reports (Forms W2 and G1) for injection wells by reviewing injection permits (Form W14 and Forms H1/H1A), drilling permits (Form W1), geophysical logs, and other supporting documents to ensure full regulatory compliance before granting injection authorization.
- Process completion reports to update database records and ensure strict adherence to compliance standards under Texas Statewide Rule 9, 13, 46, 96, etc.
- Conduct research, gather and analyze information across RRC databases to identify data discrepancies for enforcement or amendment.
- Maintain active coverage in phone queues to answer all inbound customer calls efficiently.
- Monitored, prioritized, and responded to shared inbox inquiries within established responsetime standards.
- Assist operators through written and verbal communication to troubleshoot Form H5 and Form W2/G1, resolve compliance issues, and answer UICrelated inquiries.
- Support the InjectionStorage Permits Unit Manager and Reporting and Monitoring Team Lead, and other team members in delivering compliance guidance and enforcement activities.
- Assist in developing and delivering compliance communications, training materials, presentations, reports, and other resources.
For Military Crosswalk information, please visit: Military Crosswalk for Occupational Category Engineering and Design (texas.gov) Minimum Qualifications - Graduation from an accredited fouryear college or university with a B.S. in Engineering, Geoscience, or a closely related field.
- Valid Texas Driver's license and a good driving record.
- Applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Austin area. Relocation is not paid for by the RRC.
- Experience and education may be substituted on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications - Industry experience in oilfield operations.
- At least two years of work experience performing engineering or geosciencerelated tasks.
- Experience in oil and gas regulatory functions and knowledge of the Railroad Commission's rules, policies, and procedures
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Knowledge of engineering and data analysis techniques.
- Ability to apply engineering concepts, to conduct inspections, to perform maintenance activities, to review design work, to review construction work, to organize and analyze data, to communicate effectively, and to train others.
- Knowledge of engineering and geosciences principles, techniques, and procedures; of testing methods, processes, and procedures; of mathematics and statistics; and of the practical application of engineering and geosciences technology.
- Skill in scientific data management; in collecting and assessing geological, geohydrological, and geophysical data; in the use of a computer and applicable software; and in the use of standard tools of the profession.
- Knowledge of professional office procedures and protocols.
- Ability to plan and coordinate projects, to apply engineering and geological concepts, and to communicate effectively.
- Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to understand, communicate and interpret complex engineering and geological information to others.
- Ability to work independently and on a team.
- Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor.
- Ability to discern colors and read diagrams/charts/maps/reference materials.
- Ability to work MondayFriday, 8AM 5PM with occasional flexible hours, overtime, weekends
Additional InformationWork Hours: Standard office hours for Commission employees are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our agency offers alternative schedules for employees, provided they do not adversely affect operations or service levels and standard hours of operation are maintained. The Commission may also offer telework in accordance with the agency's approved Telework Plan. Alternate work schedules may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the CAPPS Prescreening Questionnaire to be considered for the posting. To complete the Prescreening Questionnaire, go to CAPPS to register or log in: _HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant
Remarks: - There is one available position.
- Official transcripts, DD214 or DD1300, copies of license/certifications, or other minimum requirement validations will be requested at the time of the job offer.
- Criminal background checks will be conducted on all final candidates. An applicant who has been convicted of a criminal offense relevant to the position may be disqualified from employment.
Important Information For All Applicants The Railroad Commission of Texas does not sponsor employment visas or participate in employersponsored immigration programs. The agency does not provide employer support for applications to extend or obtain employment authorization, including employer attestations, training plans, or other documentation required for participation in programs such as STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT). Applicants should consider this policy when determining whether the position meets their employment authorization requirements.
The agency will complete employment eligibility verification and other documentation required by applicable law. The agency does not provide discretionary immigration sponsorship or programspecific employer documentation beyond those legal obligations.
THE RAILROAD COMMISSION OF TEXAS ONLY ACCEPTS ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSTING. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. Only candidates selected to interview will be contacted. Notifications to applicants are sent electronically to the email address you provide. The Railroad Commission of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age
or disability in employment or in the provision of services.
The Railroad Commission of Texas is a tobaccofree workplace.
