OPERATIONS ENGINEER

Position Summary & Responsibilities

The position will be based out of the company’s office in The Woodlands, Texas. Candidate will be responsible for production and completions monitoring & optimization, well work planning & execution, and artificial lift design & evaluation. With minimal supervision, must be able to handle multiple projects while working on both office and field work simultaneously. Must work well in a team setting and communicate effectively with a strong emphasis on safety.

Description of Tasks

• Monitor daily production and work with field personnel to maximize operating cash flow.
• Perform production optimization activities to ensure reliability and maximize well performance/production.
• Prepare cost estimates and procedures for well completion operations, remediation/workover operations, prepare economic evaluation, review reports, communicate with field supervisors, track costs, verify invoices and perform post job analysis.
• Design, analyze and optimize artificial lift systems with a focus on ESP and rod lift.
• Track capital expenditures and LOE in assigned areas. Perform trend analyses, prepare forecasts and budgets as needed.
• Support the planning and execution of completion operations for new wells and recompletions.
• Assist with frac design reviews, stage planning, and operational logistics.
• Understand and follow all safety policies & procedures based on company HSE program.
• Produce technical reports and presentations.
• Be available and willing to make field visits, as needed.
• Communicate effectively with field personnel.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required; Petroleum Engineering preferred.
• 2 – 10 years of industry related experience.
• Proficient computer skills with MS Office.
• Experience with industry related software ideal (Rod Star, Scout, ComboCurve, Wiserock, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform economic analysis and justification.
• Highly motivated individual who works well in a fast-paced environment.