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Mewbourne Oil Company

Petroleum Engineer

Hobbs, NM · On-site

Petroleum Engineer FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt Salary: BOE Location: Hobbs NM, Perryton, TX, and ... Production: monitor production rates and implement strategies to maximize extraction efficiency.

Mewbourne Oil Company

Petroleum Engineer

Perryton, TX · On-site

Petroleum Engineer FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt Salary: BOE Location: Hobbs NM, Perryton, TX, and ... Production: monitor production rates and implement strategies to maximize extraction efficiency.

Mewbourne Oil Company

Petroleum Engineer

Woodward, OK · On-site

Petroleum Engineer FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt Salary: BOE Location: Hobbs NM, Perryton, TX, and ... Production: monitor production rates and implement strategies to maximize extraction efficiency.

Mewbourne Oil Company

Petroleum Engineer

Perryton, TX · On-site

Petroleum Engineer FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt Salary: BOE Location: Hobbs NM, Perryton, TX, and ... Production: monitor production rates and implement strategies to maximize extraction efficiency.

Mewbourne Oil Company

Petroleum Engineer

Woodward, OK · On-site

Petroleum Engineer FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt Salary: BOE Location: Hobbs NM, Perryton, TX, and ... Production: monitor production rates and implement strategies to maximize extraction efficiency.

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for petroleum production engineer in the United States is $131,667.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $143,000.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a petroleum production engineer?

A Petroleum Production Engineer is responsible for maximizing the efficiency and output of oil and gas wells. They design and implement extraction methods, monitor production performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and optimize recovery techniques. Their role involves working closely with geologists, drilling engineers, and field personnel to ensure safe and cost-effective operations. Additionally, they analyze well data, recommend enhancements, and oversee equipment selection to sustain productivity.

What are the typical challenges a petroleum production engineer faces during daily operations?

Petroleum Production Engineers often encounter challenges such as fluctuating well performance, equipment failures, or unexpected changes in reservoir behavior. Addressing these issues requires quick problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze production data to develop effective solutions. Collaboration with field technicians, geologists, and drilling teams is frequent, as is the necessity to balance operational efficiency with strict safety and environmental protocols. The role is dynamic, requiring adaptability and proactive communication to ensure production goals are met and downtime is minimized.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a petroleum production engineer?

To thrive as a Petroleum Production Engineer, you need a solid background in petroleum engineering, reservoir management, and problem-solving, often supported by a bachelor's degree in engineering. Competence in industry-standard software like Petrel, Eclipse, and production optimization platforms, as well as relevant certifications such as a Professional Engineer (PE) license, is highly valued. Strong project management, teamwork, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and coordinate field operations. These abilities enable you to optimize production, ensure safety, and solve complex technical challenges in dynamic energy environments.

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Petroleum Engineer

Hobbs, NM • On-site

Mewbourne Oil Company
51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Petroleum Engineer

FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt

Salary: BOE

Location: Hobbs NM, Perryton, TX, and Woodward, OK

This role is designed to provide comprehensive training that lays the foundation for a long-term career with Mewbourne Oil Company. Over the course of approximately 3‑ to 5‑year training period, you will gain exposure to all key operational disciplines, including drilling, completions, production, and HSE. Mewbourne Oil Company is committed to developing well‑rounded engineers, and our “boots on the ground” philosophy places operations engineers as close to the wellsite as possible to streamline supervision and promote efficient, responsible operations.

Possible Ares of Responsibility:

  • Drilling: design and supervise the drilling process, select the drilling techniques, equipment, and materials needed.
  • Completion: Design and wellsite supervision of perforating, hydraulic fracturing, acidizing, and drill-outs.  Material sourcing and logistics related to each.  
  • Production: monitor production rates and implement strategies to maximize extraction efficiency. This may involve artificial lift design, surface equipment design, chemical program design, evaluation of compression, emission control design, automation, troubleshooting problems such as equipment malfunctions or wellbore integrity issues.  Design facilities for separation and measurement of oil, gas, and water.   Coordinate pipeline connections to midstream providers.

Possible Additional Duties:

  • Troubleshoot problems related to each discipline. 
  • Analyze data and performance metrics to drive future efficiency gains.
  • Write procedures and AFEs for projects.  Manage project budgets and expenses by estimating costs for equipment, materials, and labor.  Identify cost-saving opportunities and strive to optimize project economics.
  • Stay up to date on industry advancements and research new technologies to improve extraction techniques, increase production rates, and reduce environmental impact.
  • Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including geologists, landmen, drilling crews, and environmental scientists, to achieve project objectives collaboratively.
  • Maintain detailed records of operations, including drilling logs, production data, and environmental monitoring reports, and prepare technical reports and presentations for management and regulatory agencies.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

  • Technical Proficiency
  • Analytical Skills
  • Problem-solving Skills
  • Computer Literacy
  • Communication Skills
  • Project Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Safety Consciousness
  • Adaptability
  • Ethical Conduct

Education and Experience:

  • Required - B.S. in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering 
  • 2-5 years of O&G Engineering experience.
  • Oil and gas experience required.