Maintenance Technician, Controls

NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower-carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost-effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE 

The Maintenance Technician, Controls supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the LNG facility by assisting with troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing instrumentation and control systems. This role is designed for recent graduates who have completed coursework or training in instrumentation, electrical, automation, or controls technology. The technician will work closely with experienced I&C technicians, engineers, and operations personnel to develop technical proficiency in LNG plant equipment and systems. Safety and quality are top priorities, supporting the reliable and sustainable operation of the asset. This position is located in Brownsville, TX.

•    Assist in the inspection, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of control system components including transmitters, analyzers, valves, actuators, PLCs, DCS components, and related field instruments. 
•    Support preventive and predictive maintenance activities in accordance with facility procedures and OEM requirements. 
•    Perform loop checks, functional testing, and documentation during system commissioning and maintenance tasks.
•    Respond to equipment or system issues and support troubleshooting to restore safe and reliable operation. 
•    Assist in maintaining accurate records of maintenance work, calibrations, equipment history, and spare parts usage.
•    Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements associated with LNG operations. 
•    Participate in safety meetings, job safety analyses (JSAs), and permit-to-work processes. 
•    Ensure work is completed in compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and applicable LNG facility standards.
•    Participate in structured on the job training to gain proficiency in LNG process equipment and control systems. 
•    Work with senior technicians and engineers to learn advanced troubleshooting methods and site-specific technologies.

Recent graduate (within 0–2 years) from an accredited program in:
•    Instrumentation Technology
•    Electrical or Electronics Technology
•    Automation/Control Systems
•    Mechatronics or related technical field
•    Fundamental understanding of electrical and instrumentation principles.
•    Basic skills in reading P&IDs, loop drawings, wiring diagrams, and control system schematics.
•    Strong commitment to working safely in an industrial environment.
•    Ability to work rotating schedules, including nights, weekends, and on‑call assignments if required.Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
•    Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
•    Must have a “hands-on” method of working.
•    Ability to get Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC).

•    Internship, co op, or practicum experience in industrial controls, oil & gas, LNG, petrochemical, or power generation environments. 
•    Familiarity with PLC/DCS systems (e.g., Emerson DeltaV, Allen-Bradley, Siemens). 
•    Basic understanding of cryogenic or LNG processes. 
•    Experience with CMMS systems such as SAP or Maximo.

·  Must be able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions. 

·  Operates in a complex construction environment. 

·   Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions. 

·   Not necessarily protected from weather and temperature changes. Possible exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions. 

·   Exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical circuits. 

·   Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds of a pitch level sufficient to cause marked distraction. 

·   Routinely uses standard office and field communications equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers w/scanner and fax, and radios. 

·  Ability to drive to other Company work locations as required. 

·   Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, including being physically capable of traveling to a designed muster point during emergency situations.  

·   Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift. 

·   The incumbent is required to have fully mechanical motion and usage of all extremities. 

·   Physically able to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. without assistance. 

·   Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

·   Must be able to clearly communicate with others via radio, phone, and verbal methods.  

·   May be required to enter confined spaces. 

·   May be required to work at elevated heights and access elevated structures without assistance. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

*In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

·   Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us.

·   Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do.

·   Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.

·   Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work.

·   Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders.

·   Diversity – We value diversity of experiences and thoughts. It takes people with different strengths and backgrounds to make our company succeed.