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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 ... Design and wellsite supervision of perforating, hydraulic fracturing, acidizing, and drill-outs.

nextier

Senior Field Engineer - Cement

Midland, TX

POSITION SUMMARY As a Cement Engineer - SR, you will use your knowledge and experience to support ... Conduct periodic audits of wellsite operations to ensure adherence to NexTier standards. * Provides ...

Onesubsea

Field Engineer Trainee

Houma, LA · On-site

The Field Engineer Trainee is responsible for maintaining safe, efficient, and reliable PSD to ... and wellsite inspections. * Lead Service Quality Meetings with customers and improve performance ...

nextier

Senior Field Engineer - Cement

Midland, TX · On-site

POSITION SUMMARY As a Cement Engineer - SR, you will use your knowledge and experience to support ... Conduct periodic audits of wellsite operations to ensure adherence to NexTier standards. * Provides ...

nextier

Senior Field Engineer - Cement

Midland, TX · On-site

POSITION SUMMARY As a Cement Engineer - SR, you will use your knowledge and experience to support ... Conduct periodic audits of wellsite operations to ensure adherence to NexTier standards. * Provides ...

SLB

WV · On-site

Support engineers and specialists on-site and help with essential duties, such as risk analysis. Effectively manage a crew and/or processes within a year. Help prepare wellsite reports and post-job ...

Cnpc Usa Corporation

Sr. Well Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$99K - $137K/yr

Field leadership experience as a company man, drilling superintendent, wellsite supervisor, or ... Mentor and train Chinese D&C engineers and field supervisors through workshops, written procedures ...

KLX Energy Services

Wireline Field Engineer

Odessa, TX · On-site

We are currently seeking a Wireline Field Engineer for our Odessa, TX location. Purpose (This list ... Interfaces with customers regarding conditions at the wellsite. Oversees the preparation, drafting ...

Cnpc USA

$77K - $105K/yr

Field leadership experience as a company man, drilling superintendent, wellsite supervisor, or ... Mentor and train Chinese D&C engineers and field supervisors through workshops, written procedures ...

Cnpc USA

Sr. Well Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$99K - $137K/yr

Field leadership experience as a company man, drilling superintendent, wellsite supervisor, or ... Mentor and train Chinese D&C engineers and field supervisors through workshops, written procedures ...

Patterson-UTI

Cement District Engineer NEX

Midland, TX · On-site

Oversee specialized or technical field engineer training with hands on visits to the wellsite. Occasionally perform the duties of the technical or specialized field engineer in executing wellsite ...

KLX Energy Services

Wireline Field Engineer

Odessa, TX · On-site

We are currently seeking a Wireline Field Engineer for our Odessa, TX location. Purpose (This list ... Interfaces with customers regarding conditions at the wellsite. Oversees the preparation, drafting ...

Patterson-UTI

Cement District Engineer NEX

Midland, TX · On-site

... the wellsite. • Occasionally perform the duties of the technical or specialized field engineer in executing wellsite operations. • Oversee general maintenance of technical or specialized ...

Cnpc Usa Corporation

Sr. Well Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$101K - $139K/yr

Field leadership experience as a company man, drilling superintendent, wellsite supervisor, or ... Mentor and train Chinese D&C engineers and field supervisors through workshops, written procedures ...

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What is a wellsite engineer?

A Wellsite Engineer is a professional who oversees drilling and well operations at an oil or gas drilling site. They are responsible for ensuring that all activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and according to regulatory and company standards. Wellsite Engineers coordinate between various teams, monitor drilling progress, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure proper documentation. Their work is essential to the success and safety of exploration and production operations.

What are some common challenges faced by wellsite engineers during drilling operations, and how can they be addressed?

Wellsite Engineers often encounter challenges such as unexpected geological formations, equipment malfunctions, and strict health and safety regulations. To address these, it's important to maintain clear communication with drilling crews, geologists, and supervisors, and to stay adaptable when troubleshooting issues on site. Proactive planning, adherence to established procedures, and continuous monitoring of drilling parameters help mitigate risks and keep operations running smoothly. Building strong teamwork and problem-solving skills is essential for success in this dynamic role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wellsite engineer, and why are they important?

To excel as a Wellsite Engineer, you need a solid background in petroleum engineering or a related field, combined with strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Familiarity with drilling software, wellsite monitoring systems, and industry-standard certifications like IWCF or Well Control are typically required. Exceptional communication, leadership, and adaptability are key soft skills for managing site teams and responding to dynamic field conditions. These capabilities ensure safe, efficient operations and effective team coordination at the wellsite, directly impacting project success.

What is the difference between Wellsite Engineer vs Drilling Engineer?

AspectWellsite EngineerDrilling Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Petroleum Engineering or related field; certifications like IWCFBachelor's in Petroleum Engineering or Mechanical Engineering; similar certifications
Work EnvironmentOn-site at drilling locations, overseeing daily operationsOffice-based planning, but also involved in on-site activities
Industry UsageCommonly employed in oil and gas exploration and production companiesUsed in oil and gas industry, focusing on designing and planning drilling programs

The Wellsite Engineer and Drilling Engineer roles overlap in credentials and industry environment. While the Wellsite Engineer primarily manages on-site operations during drilling, the Drilling Engineer focuses on planning and designing drilling procedures. Both roles are essential in the drilling process, often working closely but with distinct responsibilities.

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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.