Full-Time

Eng Drilling

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Occidental Petroleum

Occidental Petroleum

10,001+ employees

Sustainable oil and gas production and management

Energy

Mid, Senior

Midland, TX, USA

Relocation flexibility; this position may be eligible for relocation.

Category
Design Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
Supply Chain Management
Risk Management

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in engineering discipline or equivalent
  • Risk Management skills, including knowledge of Risk Assessment and Management of Change
  • Knowledge of HESMS and applicable governmental regulations
  • Contractor performance management skills
  • Clear understanding of Drilling Hydraulics, Torque and Drag analysis, and Kick Tolerance determination.
Responsibilities
  • Providing engineering, operations, regulatory and supply chain management support for all exploration, appraisal and development well work.
  • Responsible for drilling procedures, associated well cost estimates and well design changes for assigned wells.
  • Acting as on-site company representative for assigned drilling rig working in rotation with other individuals on a team. 70/30 field/office split.
  • Supervising daily drilling operations and coordinating all related logistics from move in to move out in a way that optimizes asset value.
  • Technically capable of designing and managing high profile and challenging projects, including exploration wells, individually or as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Working with other drilling engineers as a team to develop specific and complex well plans.
  • Identifying and evaluating appropriate offset wells. Leading internal well design reviews, risk assessments and optimization plan that could be applied to a broader field development plan.
  • Developing well designs and confirming pore pressure/fracture gradient predictions.
  • Assisting with timely procurement of material, equipment and personnel. Reviewing and approving invoices for accuracy.
Desired Qualifications
  • Analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Good presentation skills
  • Well Control Certification preferred.
  • Mentoring of junior staff
  • Familiar with Landmark EDM Applications
  • Relocation flexibility

Occidental Petroleum focuses on sustainable and low-cost oil and gas operations, with assets in the U.S., Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. The company uses advanced technology to enhance efficiency and is a leader in carbon management, aiming for net zero emissions by 2040 in its operations and by 2050 for its products. Occidental distinguishes itself by investing in renewable energy and adopting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics, being the first U.S. oil and gas company to commit to the World Economic Stakeholder Capitalism Metrics. The goal is to lead in sustainable energy practices while maintaining operational efficiency.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$632.3M

Headquarters

Houston, Texas

Founded

1920

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What believers are saying

  • Partnership with TAE Technologies could position Occidental as a leader in emissions-free energy.
  • Joint venture with Berkshire Hathaway opens new revenue streams in lithium production.
  • Acquisition of CrownRock assets strengthens Occidental's position in the $3 trillion CCS market.

What critics are saying

  • Potential repeal of the Inflation Reduction Act could impact DAC technology funding.
  • CrownRock acquisition may increase debt burden, affecting financial stability.
  • Nuclear fusion partnership with TAE Technologies is speculative and may not yield results.

What makes Occidental Petroleum unique

  • Occidental is a leader in carbon management with ambitious net zero targets by 2040.
  • The company is pioneering in adopting ESG metrics, leading in sustainable practices.
  • Occidental's investment in DAC technology and nuclear fusion sets it apart in emissions reduction.

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