Maintenance Supervisor, Control Systems
NextDecadeBrownsville, Texas, United States
Posted July 14, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
NextDecade is dedicated to delivering reliable, low-cost, and sustainable energy solutions through the development of natural gas liquefaction and carbon capture and storage infrastructure. The company is currently constructing the Rio Grande LNG facility near Brownsville, Texas, with a potential capacity of 48 MTPA, and plans to implement a carbon capture project to reduce emissions. Headquartered in Houston, NextDecade's common stock is listed on the Nasdaq under the symbol 'NEXT.'
Job Description
NextDecade is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor, Controls to provide leadership and oversight of control system maintenance execution activities, ensuring safe, quality work practices while maximizing equipment availability. This full-time, on-site position is located in Brownsville, TX, and focuses on the development and operation of natural gas liquefaction and carbon capture and storage infrastructure. The role involves leading a team, supporting Turnaround activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining a strong safety culture.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 5+ years LNG Export Facility experience in a Control Systems lead role, supervising maintenance personnel.
- 10+ years' experience in LNG/Oil & Gas/Petrochemical industries in a supervisory position.
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all Control System activities.
- Competent at interpreting Engineering Drawings and Documentation i.e. P&ID, ISO, GA, Logic, Control Narratives, Cause & Effect, Loop & Wiring, etc.
- Experience with the function testing and inspection of Safety Critical Elements (SCE), to meet Statutory and Federal Regulatory compliance.
- Experience in writing and reviewing/updating Safety Critical functional testing procedures.
- Experience in GOAL setting and performance management.
- Exceptional working knowledge of CMMS systems (SAP or Similar)
- Experience developing critical Maintenance procedures.
- Exceptional working knowledge of an MOC process.
- Experience in frontline leadership during Turnarounds.
- Relevant Control Systems LNG maintenance experience including Integrated Control & Safety Systems (DCS / SIS), PLC’s is a must.
- Knowledge of flow computers, analyzers, gas turbines, fire & gas detection systems, control valves, anti-surge control, and field instrumentation knowledge is required.
- Knowledge of communication network protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus RTU or TCP, OPC, HART, etc.
- Must be experienced in Permit to Work systems and processes.
- Must be experienced in writing/reviewing/endorsing Work Instructions
- Ability to get a Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC).
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge energy infrastructure projects