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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract developer in New Mexico is $125,348.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,700.00 and $152,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a contract developer?

A Contract Developer is a software developer hired on a temporary or project basis to create, modify, or maintain applications and systems. They typically work for clients or companies under a contract agreement rather than as a full-time employee. Their responsibilities may include coding, debugging, testing, and collaborating with teams to meet project requirements. Contract Developers often specialize in specific programming languages or technologies and may work remotely or on-site. The duration and terms of their work vary based on the contract and project scope.

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Contract Developers often work on multiple projects or with various clients, which can present challenges such as rapidly adapting to different codebases, meeting tight deadlines, and managing shifting priorities. Effective communication with stakeholders and clear agreement on project scope and deliverables can help minimize misunderstandings. Staying organized through productivity tools and maintaining continuous skills development also contribute to handling workload fluctuations. By proactively addressing these challenges, contract developers can deliver high-quality work and build strong professional relationships.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract developer?

To excel as a Contract Developer, strong programming skills, experience with relevant frameworks, and a solid educational background in computer science or related fields are essential. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, project management tools, and possibly certifications such as AWS Certified Developer or Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate are advantageous. Excellent time management, client communication, and adaptability are critical soft skills for success in contract-based work. These skills enable a Contract Developer to efficiently deliver quality results, meet client expectations, and thrive in dynamic, project-oriented environments.

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Supervisor, Process Area Specialist

HF Sinclair

Artesia, NM

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago


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8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 86 rated oil and gas companies


Job description

Basic Function
HF Sinclair is seeking a Supervisor, Process Area Specialist to lead and oversee area-specific responsibilities within Process Engineering and Refinery Technical Services. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient operations, providing technical guidance, and supporting process optimization across refinery units.
Job Duties
  • Assists in communicating priorities and reporting progress of assignments to the Department Manager
  • Maintains detailed account-of all process scope and engineering work performed by the area team and provides regular updates
  • Organizes and communicates technical service support efforts based on unit monitoring results and requests by the Department Manager and/or other refinery departments
  • Supervises efforts of Process Engineering to monitor unit performance and provide technical service for area needs as they arise
  • Provides process engineering support to area team, provides Unit Startup assistance for existing as well as new facilities, review daily unit reports and track performance of assigned units, communicates observations made via recommendations to the area teams, performs economic analysis and supports developmnet of ROI reports for capital upgrades
  • Supervises catalyst and chemical performance and usage and assists area teams in all catalyst and chemical applications including providing guidelines for startup and/or usage.
  • Ensures that Process scope development and Engineering meet targeted criteria for Safety Performance, Environmental Compliance, Process scope definition, Instrument scope definition, Process Engineering Contract scope definition, Comprehensive AFE Development, Accuracy and comprehensiveness of Process Engineering Designs
  • Completes scope development and Process Engineering within target schedule and provides project startup coverage
  • Meets all Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements of the As Built project
  • Supervises area team of Process Engineers
  • Supervises vendor relationships as required
  • Coordinate refinery energy conservation efforts as needed
Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their superior, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.
Experience
A minimum of three years engineering experience in a refinery environment are required.
Education Level
A minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
Required Skills
Ability to lead and direct the work of others typically individual contributors. Working knowledge of commonly used engineering concepts and ability to apply this knowledge analytically and to stay abreast of new technology developments and processes is essential. Knowledge of Microsoft products and experience with engineering software. Advanced reading and writing skills, the ability to perform complex mathematical calculations, and the ability to communicate effectively with others, both written and verbally, are required.
Supervisory/Managerial Responsibility
Responsible for the supervision of approximately four engineers. May be responsible for overseeing outside contract engineers.
Work Conditions
Office, and field based with up to 20% travel by land and air required. Petroleum refinery, warehouse/plant environment, out-of-doors environment and driver based environment including but not limited to chemicals, pressure vessels tanks, rotating equipment, and working in confined spaces. Subject to all temperatures varying road and weather conditions.
Benefits
HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time-Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Parental Bonding Time
  • Employee Discounts
We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.
Physical Requirements
Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, lifting and/or carrying up to 50 lbs, climbing up to 200 ft, perceiving color differences, required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and a respirator in emergency situations (beards not permitted), ability to operate and drive all assigned company vehicles at company standard insurance rates is essential, valid State drivers license and proof of insurance required, and strenuous physical activity. Job conditions may require twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping and working in confined spaces.
Our One HF Sinclair Culture:
At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization. We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.
About HF Sinclair Corporation
HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry.
Equal Opportunity Employer

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.


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