Field Engineer Trainee for WIS

Welltec; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Welltec, a global technology company serving the energy industry, is hiring an entry-level Field Engineer in the Global Operations division for North America. The role covers data gathering, long-term planning, and operating tools in the field, with hands-on training and strong development opportunities.

You will learn our world-class technology and grow your skillset, taking on responsibilities early while receiving support to become a capable field engineer in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering degree or similar in a relevant field.
• Willingness to work on- and offshore and travel extensively.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Welltec Safety and Quality Policy standards.
• Execute electric wireline field operations including planning and setup.
• Collaborate with other engineers in the field.
• Complete job paperwork on time.
• Undergo Welltec training.
• Handle technical, safety, and shop/office tasks as assigned.
• Maintain equipment and facilities in good condition.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform maintenance as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients and field personnel.
• Uphold a high level of customer service.

Skills

English proficiency

Safety mindset

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Can-do attitude

Willing to relocate

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Petroleum Engineering

Engineering degree

Job description

About the company: Welltec is a diverse, global technology company that develops and provides efficient, hi-tech solutions for the energy industry. We operate in 25 countries and employ more than 950 people from over 60nations. This creates a unique atmosphere: global in scope, yet with a strong foothold at our various bases.

Our technologies and services are for the global market but our solutions are local and tailored to each client. To achieve this, we depend on highly trained and motivated employees.

We hire locally and work globally. We therefore recruit where we operate and train employees at the Welltec Academy supplemented with external training from third parties as needed.

The global dimension offers a range of opportunities for those who are motivated by a challenging and multicultural environment where employees come from very different backgrounds but with a common goal to collaborate and succeed.

The department

You will be part of Welltec’s Global Operations function working with Well Intervention Services in North America.

The position

As a Field Engineer, you will be involved in every part of our business in the field: from helping acquire essential data to planning long-term well development and operating tools. You will support with organizing, running, and reporting operations. Your work will centre around Welltec’s Intervention Services and Tools.

This position offers strong opportunities to learn and develop. Initially, you will undergo thorough training that will be hands-on and rewarding as you will learn about the energy industry and become familiar with operating our world-class technology.

You will be asked to learn a lot but in return you will be given responsibility and support to make a big impact early, develop your skillset and start becoming an important part of our business.

Key Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities will vary depending on your current skill- and experience level. However, some of the tasks you can expect to be responsible for are:

• Complying with Welltec Safety and Quality Policy standards
• Execute electric wireline based well-intervention field operations including pre-job planning, job load out, rig up/down, equipment preparation, and service execution in the field
• Collaborating with other more junior or senior field engineers
• Completing relevant paperwork associated with a job on a timely basis
• Undergo Welltec training
• Undertaking technical, safety, and shop/office responsibilities as assigned by the Base Manager
• Maintaining equipment and facilities in an orderly and workable condition
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform maintenance as required
• Communicate effectively with clients and field personnel
• Uphold our high level of customer service at all times

The candidate

You will be an interested entry-level Field Engineer with high potential. Most important is your strong motivation to develop, learn and deliver high quality service.

The ideal candidate has the following profile:

• A relevant degree such as: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical engineering, Petroleum engineering or similar.
• Strong interest and a willingness to work on- and offshore
• Thrives with ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and on time in cooperation with others
• Basic knowledge of the Oil and Gas industry is a plus
• A solid compliance mindset and/or experience working in a compliance-driven work environment
• Awareness of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE)
• Capable of effectively managing equipment & tools and/or a high potential become a competent field engineer
• Be a highly motivated individual who approaches challenges with a positive ‘can-do-attitude’ and is willing to workunder pressure and in varying remoteand physically demanding conditions.
• Leads by example in promoting and maintaining a safe workplace and holding others in the field accountable to this high level.
• A competent troubleshooter with good root cause analysis skills
• Good English language skills
• Willingness to work irregular hours and travel extensively
• Must be available to relocate
• Valid driver’s license and clean record
• Authorized to work in USA, without the need for current or future visa sponsorship

We offer

Working with Welltec® means challenges and personal development in a demanding work environment. It is exciting, rewarding and a varied place to work. Welltec® is an equal opportunities employer. We offer good career opportunities for the right candidate.

Also, Welltec® offers a competitive compensation package, including pension, health insurance and group life insurance.