Position SummaryChord 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 FunctionsResponsibilities include but are not limited to: - Assess costs and estimate the production capabilities and economic value of oil and gas wells, to evaluate the economic viability of potential drilling sites
- Monitor production trends, design workover and intervention programs to maximize oil recovery
- Determine reservoir performance for different recovery techniques using decline curve 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: ESP's, 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 position. Incumbents will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and duties outside of their normal responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor. Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- 5 years of experience in petroleum engineering
- Experience in unconventional assets
- Willingness 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 must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's 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.
