Operations Technology Specialist

Full time

Operations Technology Specialist

United States of America, Texas, Houston 2 days ago

Job category

Supply & Trading

Experience level

Intermediate

Relocation available

This role is not eligible for relocation

Job type

Professionals

Travel required

Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role

Job code

RQ105235

Job Description

About us

Our purpose is to bring together people, energy, and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility, we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fueled by world-class insight and expertise. We’re always striving for smarter digital solutions, sustainable outcomes, and closer collaboration across our company and beyond—and you could be part of that too. Together, we continue to grow as one of the world’s leading energy companies!

About the role

As an Operations Technology Specialist, you will work closely with scheduling and operations staff to drive efficiency and productivity, automate manual processes, develop new tools and solutions, and partner with our IT organization to enhance operational efficiency and data integrity.

Key Accountabilities

Collaborate proactively with Operations staff and leadership to understand workflows and find opportunities for automation and process improvement.

Lead operational transformation by simplifying daily tasks through practical automation and data-driven strategies—building a foundation for efficiency and growth.

Empower teams with insights, streamlining complex processes and unlocking actionable intelligence through advanced data analysis.

Champion technology adoption, driving the implementation of innovative solutions that enhance operational excellence across the organization.

Develop clear, user-friendly documentation that translates complex improvements into actionable resources for teams.

Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and long-term success.

Model bp’s Values & Behaviors and follow bp’s Code of Conduct in all activities.

Partner with internal technology teams (e.g., Digital Workplace, ST&S Technology, Vista) to align on architecture and support models.

Design lightweight applications and prototypes in collaboration with bp’s technology organization to streamline operational tasks.

Work closely with IT to support incident resolution and conduct root cause analysis for scheduling-related technology issues.

Essential Education, Experience and Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent relevant industry experience.

Relevant experience in energy operations, pipeline or Independent System Operator (ISO) scheduling, or technical roles supporting the natural gas or power trade lifecycle.

Solid understanding of the power and/or natural gas trade lifecycle, including pipeline and ISO scheduling, nominations, and imbalance and position management.

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate) for reporting and process automation.

Technical expertise in Python (pandas, NumPy), SQL (MS SQL Server), and Excel/VBA for data analysis and workflow optimization.

Familiarity with cloud technologies (Azure/AWS), CI/CD pipelines, and RESTful APIs to enable scalable, integrated solutions.

Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly, develop comprehensive documentation, and collaborate optimally across teams.

Behavioral Competencies

Analytical and strategic mind with the ability to solve complex problems and make data-driven decisions.

Proactive and resourceful, taking initiative to find opportunities and deliver solutions independently.

Exceptional communicator and relationship builder, skilled at engaging interested parties and fostering collaboration.

Influential great teammate, adept at navigating diverse professional groups and driving alignment.

Adaptable and agile, thriving in fast-paced environments and delivering quick-turnaround solutions without compromising quality.

Desirable Criteria

Team-oriented mentality, thriving in collaborative environments and contributing to shared success.

Resilient under pressure, maintaining focus and delivering results in challenging situations.

New perspectives and innovative thinking, bringing unique backgrounds and approaches to problem-solving.

Experience with advanced analytics and programming, including statistical modeling, SQL, and quantitative languages (Python, R, Spark).

Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Power BI, Plotly, or D3 to turn complex data into actionable insights.

Exposure to full-stack development, including front-end technologies (ReactJS, HTML, JavaScript) and back-end frameworks (C#, Node.js).

Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow) and emerging LLM technologies (e.g., LangChain, OpenAI API).

Working knowledge of VBA, SQL, and JavaScript for automation and integration.

This position is eligible for US Benefits – Core. This position offers paid vacation depending on your years of relevant industry experience and will range from 120 – 240 hours[LC1] of vacation per year for full time employees (60 - 240 hours of vacation per year for part time employees). You will also be eligible for 9 paid holidays per year and 2 personal choice holidays. You may learn more about how we calculate paid vacation and view our generous vacation and holiday schedules at Core U.S. Benefits. Bp has a parental leave policy as well, which offers up to 8 weeks’ paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child. Learn more by visiting Core U.S. Benefits.

We offer a reward package to enable your work to fit with your life. These offerings include a discretionary annual bonus program, long-term incentive program, and generous retirement benefits that include a 401k matching program. These benefits include a pension for eligible employee[LC2] . You may learn more about our generous benefits at Core U.S. Benefits.

As part of bp’s wellbeing package, bp offers access to health, vision, and dental insurance, as well as life and Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability. You may learn more about our generous benefits at Core U.S. Benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us to request any accommodations.

Why join bp:

At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to encouraging an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others!

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

Our innovative Energize recognition points programme and spot awards translate exceptional performance into tangible rewards, to motivate our high performers.

Pay

bp offers competitive pay in line with industry standards, making us an employer of choice.

Discretionary bonus

We offer discretionary bonuses to reward strong company, business unit and individual performance, and recognition awards, including those related to long service to recognize commitment to the company.

Retirement & savings

We offer a range of discretionary retirement and savings plans to help provide you and your family with financial security.

Insurance benefits

To give you additional peace of mind, bp provides valuable insurance benefits in some countries. These are designed to provide financial assistance to employees and their families if employees become unwell or die in service.

Equity

Depending on your location and job level, there may be equity (stock and share) options you are eligible to join so you can be part of bp’s success.