Job Description

Entity:

Production & Operations

Job Family Group:

Wells Group

Job Description:

Role Synopsis:

The Completions Optimization Engineer will work with senior technical optimization engineering staff and business unit teams to implement and deliver fracture stimulation optimization trials and analysis. Responsibilities include well/project diagnostic plans, post well fracture and production analysis, real-time fracture design support, industry benchmarking analysis, cost forecast analytics, and long-term completion design planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical drive and operational aptitude requiring minimal oversight and training. A track record of completion engineering experience in the Eagle Ford, Permian, and/or Haynesville unconventional reservoir is essential.

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop Completion Design Strategies: Create effective completion design plans and collaborate with assets to optimize current designs and methods.

• Enhance Completion Design: Provide essential technical support to improve production and operational efficiency.

• Industry Benchmarking: Analyze competitor performance and industry trends to inform strategic decisions.

• Well Diagnostic Planning: Design and execute diagnostic plans to assess and enhance completion effectiveness, evaluating new technology and presenting findings to cross-functional teams.

• Real-Time Design Modifications: Support immediate design modifications based on operational data and feedback.

• Collaboration Across Business Units: Work collaboratively with teams across all business units to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing.

• Operational Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement initiatives for ongoing operational efficiency and share learnings with cross-functional teams.

• Communication and Reporting: Maintain clear communication with stakeholders and report on optimization efforts and outcomes while collaborating with completion engineers to share lessons learned.

• Field Visits: Conduct regular field visits to operations to support personal development and foster relationships with field personnel, aiding in new technology implementation.

Essential Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Essential Experience and Job Requirements:

• 5–10 years as a completion engineer with an independent or major oil company in the Eagle Ford, Permian, or Haynesville

• Track record optimizing completion design and operational performance with a drive for continuous improvement.

  · Deep technical and operational understanding of stimulation and post stim tools and equipment.

  · Proficient in fracture modelling (Gohfer and/or Resfrac), casing design analysis, and economic analysis.

  · Experience in lab analysis of frac fluid chemistry, particularly friction reducers, clay stabilizers, and scale inhibitors.

  · Strong presentation development and communication skills with experience influencing executive level leadership.

  · Track record in the development and implementation of data analytic tools.

  · Familiarity with Python, SQL, and/or R with a broad understanding of Snowflake, Alation, and Palantir a plus.

  · An ability to travel with short notice up to 40% of time to fulfill operational oversite of trials and troubleshooting

We offer a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with your life. These can include, but not limited to, access to health, vision and dental insurance, flexible working schedule, paid time off policy, discretionary annual bonus program, long-term incentive program, and a generous 401K matching program. How much do we pay (Base)? $140,000 - $190,000

*Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.  

 

Travel Requirement

Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

Relocation may be negotiable for this role

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

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