Sr. Drilling Specialist

1 week ago


Houston, Texas, United States CNPC USA Full time

Company Profile:
CNPC USA is a subsidiary of China National Petroleum Company and serves as the North American headquarters. Our goal is to provide innovation, research, and development of new technologies for Oil and Gas Exploration and Production.

Job Summary:
CNPC USA is actively seeking creative, innovative, best-in-class experts to join our growing team. The Sr.

Drilling Specialist (Domain Expert) is primarily responsible for transferring the practical, working knowledge and nuances of a subject problem to the R & D team, to facilitate the development of an optimized value-added solution.

This position reports to the Sr. R & D Manager DHT with direct interactions and responsibilities with various project teams.

Responsibilities:
Provide expert domain knowledge to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the drilling process, optimizing product design and application.
Contribute insights to refine algorithms and software developments, enhancing drilling efficiency and advancing drilling automation initiatives.
Continuously analyze data, identify patterns, categorize dysfunction, and implement preventive methodologies to mitigate vibrations in drilling systems.
Collaborate in the development of mathematical models and computer algorithms aimed at predicting and recognizing vibration phenomena.

Collects and analyzes down-hole measurement products data to access performance to SOR, calibrate models and algorithms development and build validation for value-oriented applications.

Author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents, and presentations
Mentor colleagues, sharing expertise and knowledge to foster professional growth and development within the team.
Take lead responsibilities for optimum execution of field trials for program execution, performance optimization and data collection.
Conduct all business activities in accordance with CNPC USA core values.
Commitment to occupational health, safety & working environment based on HSE rules and regulations.
Flexibly undertake additional duties and responsibilities as necessary to support the team and achieve organizational goals.

Key Skills:

  • Proven track record of leveraging data analytics to optimize drilling efficiency.
  • Advanced expertise in the drilling process, encompassing all BHA components, directional drilling geo-steering, mud systems, rig controls, and downhole environments.
  • Extensive background in drilling engineering and operations, with comprehensive knowledge of drill string dynamics and drilling mechanics.
  • Proficient in various drilling software applications, including Hydraulics, T&D, and WellCat.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard data protocols and formats, such as WITS/WITSDML, is a requisite skill for this role.
  • Possesses the meticulous and perseverant nature necessary for the rigorous demands of data analytics.
  • Demonstrated ability to consistently deliver results on time, meeting targets, and maintaining high standards of quality and sustainability.
  • Enhanced proficiency in time management, organization, presentation, and communication skills.

Qualifications:
Master's degree in Mechanics or Petroleum Engineering.
15+ years' experience in all aspects of the global drilling process: design, execution, trouble shooting and post-operations.
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Willingness to travel internationally.

Work Environment:


This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.


Physical Demands:


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. This is a sedentary role; however, some filing, bending and the ability to lift 20 lbs. is required.

Travel:


This position requires some overnight international and domestic travel; as well as local travel between other CNPC USA locations and testing facilities is required.


Supervisory Responsibility:


This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities; however, this role does act as a mentor and point of contact for other personnel.

CNPC USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.


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