Senior Production Engineer
Houston, MS - USA
Job Summary
Chord Energy is seeking an innovative results oriented and process driven Senior Production Engineer. This Engineer will be responsible for maximizing production and profitability of oil and gas properties through assessing the associated costs and estimating the production capabilities and economic value of oil and gas wells. Individual needs a strong background in EH&S associated with artificial lift and field operations. The position is based in Downtown Houston TX and requires frequent travel to field locations. Hybrid work schedule is an option for remote work on Mondays and Fridays. Level and salary commensurate with experience.
Essential Job Functions
Assess costs and estimate the production capabilities and economic value of oil and gas wells in order to evaluate the economic viability of potential drilling sites
Monitor production trends design workover and intervention programs in order to maximize oil recovery
Determine reservoir performance for different recovery techniques using decline curve analysis nodal analysis and other models
Review and write technical reports for engineering and management personnel
Research design and implement appropriate secondary and tertiary projects including production forecasts and economic analysis
Provide technical leadership and guidance in the development of artificial lift systems monitoring and optimization activities
Mentor production engineers and field techs to optimize production activities and analysis
Update best practices and work with Engineering and Optimization teams to apply Continuous Process Improvement concepts
Provide technical leadership to evaluate new lift systems and optimization of existing program
Artificial lift selection design and troubleshooting: ESPs Gas Lift Jet Pumps and rod lift systems
Support Supply Chain department in procurement activities including regular vendor meetings request for procurement (RFP) and performance feedback
Support field staff and engineers as they troubleshoot challenging wells
Review and update artificial lift installation procedures and update for new equipment or as required by operations
Provide engineering support as needed for bolt on acquisitions or new basin development opportunities
Ability to work in fast paced agile environment
This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and duties outside of their normal responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Engineering
5 years of experience in petroleum engineering
Experience in unconventional assets
Willing to travel
Excellent Communication skills & working in team environment
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced and fluid environment; flexible with the demands of a growing company
Ability to meet deadlines
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment including a computer stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions strength to lift and carry files weighing up to 10 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone
The physical demands described here are representative of those that mustbe met by an employee to successfullyperform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Petroleum Engineering
7 years of petroleum engineering experience
Experience in Williston Basin
Proven ability to mentor other engineers
Field production operations experience
Working knowledge of government regulations and permitting requirements
EEO Statement:
Chord Energy does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or other non-merit factor.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Chord Energy delivers abundant energy responsibly, affordably, and reliably, as oil and gas continues to be an essential part of a diversified energy solution for ever-growing global demand.