Petroleum Engineer

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job Stability

Career Growth

Meaningful Work

Supportive Work Environment

Job summary

The Division of Oil, Gas and Mining (DOGM) within the State of Utah invites applications for a Petroleum Engineer. This full-time, hybrid role supports permitting reviews, well operations, and regulatory compliance across oil and gas programs.

Responsibilities include reviewing APDs, completing permit reviews, providing expert recommendations, testifying when needed, and coordinating with operators and agencies. Candidates should have a PE license and Utah geology knowledge.

Qualifications

• Oil and gas industry experience (drilling, completion, production and reservoir).
• Drilling Engineer experience highly desired.
• Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering or a similar discipline.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply petroleum engineering principles and practices (i.e. BOP, drilling, casing and cement evaluation, completions, workovers and hydraulic fracturing)
• Excellent coordination and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to coordinate and communicate with operators, other government agencies and the public.
• The ability to direct contractors according to contract documents and engineering practices
• Knowledge of well bore mechanics and design
• The ability to evaluate costs of oil and gas operations
• Highly proficient in Excel, Word, Windows 10, and decline curve analysis software
• Knowledge and application of Utah Oil and Gas rules and statutes

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering review of Applications for Permit to Drill (APD's)
• Review and approve Well Completion Reports, Workover Tax Credits, plugging and abandonment procedures
• Review and approve UIC Permits (Class II) and Carbon Sequestration Permits (Class VI)
• Determine program goals and objectives and/or chair committees established to support the program.
• Provide consultations, make recommendations, give appropriate advice, and/or facilitate decisions to the Board of Oil, Gas, and Mining, oil and gas operators in Utah, other stakeholders, other Division employees and the public.
• Act as an expert witness. Give testimony and/or recommendations in court cases and/or hearings.
• Respond to public inquiries regarding our rules, regulations and policies.
• Work Closely with Division field personnel concerning well operations and problems.
• Investigate complaints and follow up with written findings and appropriate recommendations.

Skills

Oil and gas industry experience

Drilling engineer experience

Excel

Communication skills

Contractor coordination

Well bore mechanics

Cost evaluation

Utah Oil and Gas rules knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering

Professional Engineering License

Tools

Decline curve analysis software

GIS software

Microsoft Word

Windows 10

Job description

Petroleum Engineer

FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $42.72 - $55.00 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid Application Deadline – 9/14/2026*

Job Description

The Division of Oil, Gas and Mining (DOGM) is looking for an outgoing, detail-oriented individual that enjoys challenges, working with people and can make difficult decisions. The Petroleum Engineer is a vital part of the DOGM team that makes decisions concerning oil and gas development in Utah. If this sounds like a career for you, then join us at the State of Utah, Division of Oil, Gas and Mining.

Day-to-day Responsibilities Of This Position

• Perform engineering review of Applications for Permit to Drill (APD's)
• Review and approve Well Completion Reports, Workover Tax Credits, plugging and abandonment procedures
• Review and approve UIC Permits (Class II) and Carbon Sequestration Permits (Class VI)
• Determine program goals and objectives and/or chair committees established to support the program.
• Provide consultations, make recommendations, give appropriate advice, and/or facilitate decisions to the Board of Oil, Gas, and Mining, oil and gas operators in Utah, other stakeholders, other Division employees and the public.
• Act as an expert witness. Give testimony and/or recommendations in court cases and/or hearings.
• Respond to public inquiries regarding our rules, regulations and policies.
• Work Closely with Division field personnel concerning well operations and problems.
• Investigate complaints and follow up with written findings and appropriate recommendations.

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications

• Oil and gas industry experience (drilling, completion, production and reservoir)
• Drilling Engineer experience highly desired
• Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering or a similar discipline.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply petroleum engineering principles and practices (i.e. BOP, drilling, casing and cement evaluation, completions, workovers and hydraulic fracturing)
• Excellent coordination and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to coordinate and communicate with operators, other government agencies and the public.
• The ability to direct contractors according to contract documents and engineering practices
• Knowledge of well bore mechanics and design
• The ability to evaluate costs of oil and gas operations
• Highly proficient in Excel, Word, Windows 10, and decline curve analysis software
• Knowledge and application of Utah Oil and Gas rules and statutes

Preferred Or Trainable/on-the-job Qualifications

• Underground Injection Control (UIC) Class II experience
• Underground Injection Control (UIC) Class VI experience
• Professional Engineering License
• GIS Experience

About The Role

Location – 1594 West North Temple, Salt Lake City, Utah 84116, United States

Background Check Required

Drug Test Required

Schedule Code

B - Competitive Career Service

Supplemental Information

Candidates must reside within the state of Utah

Work Schedule

40 hours 8 to 5

Work Environment, Working Conditions, Physical Requirements

General requirements associated with office work. May include some field work that involves mildly strenuous activity which will include walking in rough terrain carrying equipment such as camera, GPS unit, phone, sampling equipment and writing materials. Driving four-wheel drive vehicle in rough terrain miles from civilization. Working around workover/drilling rigs and high pressure and heavy lifting equipment. Working in all seasonal weather conditions.

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture.

Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

About

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To learn more about our agency and division, click the links below:

• Utah Department of Natural Resources
• Oil and Gas Home

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].