Senior Well Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

Senior Well Design Engineer is responsible for performing casing and/or tubing design modelling for various reservoirs using tubular design and simulation software for both offshore and land wells. Will perform casing and tubing stress analysis, torque & drag simulations, and conduct root cause failure analysis as needed.

Experience & Education:

• Minimum 10 years in O&G required, preferably with Operator design planning experience
• 5 years of experience in relevant position
• Relevant Engineering degree required; advanced degree(s) preferred
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license preferred
• Familiar with deepwater well design and operations; HPHT preferred
• Familiar with tubular stress analysis software (e.g., Stresscheck™, Wellcat™, etc.)
• Familiar with various connection types and performance envelopes, and common completion componentry used in well construction
• Familiar with torque and drag software (e.g., WellPlan™, etc.)
• Proven ability to manage client relationships, work quality, time, and budget
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present at industry seminars/conferences/meetings
• Ability to travel offshore and internationally

Essential Duties& Responsibilities:

• Perform casing / tubing design analysis in design software and generate reports

• Perform torque and drag modelling for various well construction scenarios
• Interface with clients on project deliverables and deadlines
• Track time/cost accruals versus project time/cost estimates
• Identify and develop business opportunities
• Train and mentor engineers from team in the areas of well design
• Interface with Finance & Accounting to provide pertinent billing information and project setup to ensure timely and accurate accruals and invoicing to clients
• Responsible for adhering to GATE policies and procedures in a positive manner
• Proactively work to create positive and professional culture within GATE Energy
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to pass drug screen and / or physical

GATE Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer