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POSITION SUMMARY

Join a growing team of consulting engineers and project managers specializing in design, drilling, and maintenance of subsurface salt caverns and injection wells. Duties include project management and project support for Strata’s midstream oil and gas, petrochemical, and industrial clients. Project types will vary from cavern and disposal well maintenance workovers to troubleshooting wellhead and downhole issues.

This full-time position will work with clients daily, represent Strata in professional organizations, perform business development-related activities and interact with other Strata professionals. The Engineer will be responsible for providing technical support and leadership for projects.

Applicants must be able to work within a team environment and individually and uphold professional ethics. Regular travel and working at a client location will be required.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project Management / Controls
  • Lead and coordinate small-scale projects. Projects include wellhead testing, wireline surveys, subsidence surveys, and routine maintenance of cavern or disposal wells.
  • Develop and track project schedule and cost.
  • Evaluate quotes, coordinate/plan work, and review of Strata’s subcontractors.
  • Requires high level communication skills with clients and project team.
• Project Support
  • Support and coordinate mid-scale projects under direction of Sr. Project Managers. Projects include maintenance and repair workovers, various coiled tubing tasks, and snubbing.
  • Develop budgetary estimates with project schedule.
  • Develop work procedures, track field progress, assist in troubleshooting technical challenges, and write summary project reports.
  • Project Controls: Schedule management, cost tracking and forecasting, subcontractor procurement, and contracting.
• Field Engineering
  • Field supervision is required but is not a primary responsibility. Tasks that may require supervision include wellhead testing, wireline logging, and various workover activities.
  • Pre-job walkthroughs.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Experience
  • 2 to 6 years of experience in oil and gas exploration, midstream oil and gas, or mining industries. Cavern experience preferred.
  • Interest in engineering analysis, engineering design, project management, and project controls (schedule and cost management).
  • Experience with workovers, drilling, well testing, and related relevant duties. (preferred)
  • Experience with salt caverns, waste and brine disposal wells, and carbon sequestration wells. (preferred)
  • Internship or work experience in engineering consulting or oil and gas services. (preferred)
• Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Petroleum, Mining, Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering, or equivalent degree from ABET accredited university.
  • Master’s degree in Petroleum, Mining, Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering, or equivalent degree from ABET accredited university. (preferred)
• Computer Skills
  • A high degree of proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, is a must.
  • AutoCAD, Python, Microsoft Excel w/ VBA. (preferred)
• Interpersonal - Must be able to effectively communicate complex engineering and science concepts to clients, co-workers, and regulators in a manner that can be understood by all.
• Client Risk Profile
  • Able to understand the risk profile of each client and communicate potential risks to a client in a manner that is both informative and suggests paths for resolution.
  • Must be able to work under attorney/client privilege and respect and uphold client confidentiality.
• Written Communication - Effective technical writer for the preparation of reports, plans, memos, letters, etc.
• Workload Management - Able to prioritize and successfully accomplish multiple tasks at once.
• Personality Attributes
  • Self-motivated and desires upward mobility within the freedom of a growing company.
  • Meets or exceeds goals, deadlines, and commitments.
  • Punctual and communicative.
  • Manages pressure and stress well.
  • Approaches clients and coworkers respectfully and with consideration.
• Attention to Detail
  • Demands the highest quality of work products including data and information accuracy.
  • Verifies information with clients and desires input from internal team members to get the best results.
  • Reviews own work prior to requesting internal review. Seeks constant improvement in quality and efficiency.
• Physical Activity
  • Applicants must be able to work outdoors in variable climate conditions while wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Must be able to climb ladders and stairs.
  • Must be able to stand, squat, and/or kneel for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Transportation - Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Travel - Must be willing and able to travel up to 60% of the time with overnight stays for wellsite field assignments.
• Authorization to Work - Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
• Screenings - This position requires initial and ongoing background checks and drug and alcohol screenings.

Application Instructions: Please submit your application through the ZipRecruiter posting. To ensure all applicants are considered consistently, we are unable to accept resumes sent directly by email.

WHY JOIN STRATA?

Strata offers flexible work hours, a collaborative environment, and opportunities for professional growth. Team members who demonstrate initiative and a commitment to excellence will find both financial and career advancement.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Strata offers competitive salaries and an excellent employee benefits package for eligible (full-time) employees, including:

* On the job training provided.
* Fully-paid comprehensive health and dental insurance premium for employees (expandable to family coverage at employee expense)
* Fully-paid vision insurance premium for employee to family
* Remote/hybrid work options available
* 401k retirement plan with company match
* Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
* Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
* Dependent Care Account (DCA)
* Company cell phone or cell phone allowance
* Tuition reimbursement program
* Professional training
* Career advancement opportunities
* Performance bonuses

ABOUT STRATA
Strata is a consulting firm specializing in subsurface salt cavern and injection well design, drilling, and maintenance, as well as environmental regulatory compliance. Our clients include midstream oil and gas, manufacturing, chemical, and heavy industrial companies.

Our tradition fosters innovation. Strata provides incomparable know-how to our clients. We deliver solutions best fit for beneficial outcomes, but above all, we aim to create long-lasting partnerships. Strata has office locations in Wichita, Kansas, and Houston, Texas. View our website at www.stratallc.com.

Strata, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workforce. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.