Petroleum Engineer - Subject-Matter Expert

Kaplan; United States; Teletrabalho; USD 48 000 - 69 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Kaplan is seeking a remote Subject Matter Expert in Petroleum Engineering who recently passed the PE Petroleum exam to join our engineering team and develop new practice exam content for the PE Petroleum credential.

This is a remote contract (1099) opportunity with flexible hours up to 20 per week; contractors must supply their own equipment and deliver high-quality questions, explanations, and study materials with references to standards and the NCEES handbook.

Qualificações

• Must be fluent in English (verbal and written).
• Have recently taken and passed the computer-based testing (CBT) format of the PE Petroleum exam.
• Possess an active PE Certification issued by NCEES in Petroleum Engineering.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management.

Responsabilidades

• Write learning objectives for PE Petroleum practice exams.
• Advise on question topic distribution and difficulty.
• Author exam-like questions with detailed solutions referencing design standards and NCEES handbook.

Conhecimentos

Excellent English

PE Petroleum CBT

Active PE Certification

Attention to detail

Time management

Prompt email communication

Initiative in content development

Ferramentas

Microsoft Word

Adobe Reader/Professional

MathType

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Title

Petroleum Engineer - Subject-Matter Expert

Job Description

About Us

Kaplan is one of the world’s largest and most diverse education providers. With 80+ years of history, Kaplan has been a beacon for expanding educational access and a leader in instructional innovation.

Role

We are seeking remote Subject Matter Experts who have recently passed the PE Petroleum exam to join Kaplan’s engineering team in developing new practice exam content. This is a unique opportunity to directly impact the success of future engineers preparing for this specific exam. This is a remote contract (1099) opportunity with flexible hours (up to 20 per week).

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Contractor may include:

• Writing learning objectives.

• Advising on question topic distribution and difficulty.

• Authoring exam-like practice questions and providing detailed solution explanations with references to the design standards and NCEES handbook where applicable.

• Collaborating with our team to ensure the practice exams are comprehensive and effective for candidates preparing for the PE Petroleum exam.

• Potentially contributing to suggested study plans and providing feedback on customer expectations for study and preparation for the PE Petroleum exam.

• Performing quality assurance reviews and technical reviews of authored content.

Skill Requirements

The candidate must:

• Have excellent command of the English language - both verbal and written.

• Have recently taken and passed the computer-based testing (CBT) format of the PE Petroleum exam.

• Possess an active PE Certification issued by NCEES in Petroleum Engineering.

• Have exceptional attention to detail, organization skills, and time management skills.

• Provide prompt and responsive communication, mostly by email. Occasional video chat meetings during business hours may be required.

• Be highly motivated and take the initiative proactively in developing high-quality content.

• Be receptive to feedback, meet deadlines, and take accountability for deliverables.

Preferred Skills

• Have experience tutoring/mentoring/educating engineering students or colleagues, particularly in architectural engineering.

• Have experience creating multiple-choice questions, study materials, PowerPoint presentations, or other similar content.

Hours & Employment

This is a contract (1099) position. Projects will be assigned via separate contracts with discrete schedules and deliverables related to the authoring of our new PE Petroleum practice exams. There is no set working schedule or hours other than project deadlines as assigned.

Equipment Required

Contractors must supply their own equipment and must have installed:

• Microsoft Word

• Adobe Reader or Professional

• MathType

Pay is per project based on contractor availability, typically equivalent to $35-$50 per hour. The specific compensation offered will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, and market data.

Location

Remote/Nationwide, USA

Employee Type

Contingent Worker

Job Functional Area

Other Admin Staff

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer andall qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex.We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities.Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.

Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.