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The Pennsylvania State University

$45.42/hr

S. in petroleum engineering, geomechanics, mechanical engineering, or a related field * Strong academic record and motivation for research * Effective written and oral communication skills * Prior ...

The Pennsylvania State University

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S. in petroleum engineering, geomechanics, mechanical engineering, or a related field * Strong academic record and motivation for research * Effective written and oral communication skills * Prior ...

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As of Jul 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for part time petroleum engineer in the United States is $80,025.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time Petroleum Engineer vs Full Time Petroleum Engineer?

AspectPart Time Petroleum EngineerFull Time Petroleum Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires engineering degree and relevant certifications, but fewer hours may mean less extensive experienceSame credentials, with more comprehensive experience due to full-time hours
Work EnvironmentProject-based, flexible hours, often consulting or freelance rolesFull-time employment in oil companies, exploration firms, or service providers
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies seeking flexible expertise or part-time consultingStandard employment in the petroleum industry

Part Time Petroleum Engineers work on a flexible, project-based basis, often with fewer hours and less ongoing responsibility, while Full Time Petroleum Engineers are employed on a standard schedule with more consistent duties and experience accumulation. Both roles require similar credentials but differ mainly in hours and employment structure.

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Non Tenure Track Faculty-Petroleum & Geosystems Engineering

Cockrell School of Engineering

Austin, TX • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Description
The Hildebrand Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin seeks applicants for undergraduate petroleum engineering for potential future teaching needs. We are not actively recruiting for a position at this time but will keep your application on file and notify you should be actively seeking lecturers.
Positions are part-time to full-time, depending on need and instructor breadth of expertise, all being contingent upon student enrollment and the availability of funding. Positions are annually renewable, contingent on funding and performance.
Qualifications
A PhD in petroleum engineering or a closely related field is preferred, but exceptions can be made for applicants with a Master's degree, pertinent expertise and substantial work experience. Previous teaching and/or training experience is preferred. Industry work experience is considered an advantage. Applicants are desired with expertise and desire to teach in any area of petroleum engineering, but there is particular need for undergraduate capstone engineering design and oil and gas economic evaluation. Full and part time positions are possible depending on alignment of candidate expertise and available courses. SALARY: Dependent on position and qualifications.
Application Instructions
Interested persons should submit a detailed resume including academic, training, and technical experience, a statement regarding their specific teaching interests and qualifications, and a list of three references.

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