About the company
Welltec is a fast-growing, global technology company that develops and provides efficient, hi-tech solutions for the energy industry. We are active in 25 countries with more than 950 employees from over 60 different nations. This contributes to our unique atmosphere with a global dimension yet a strong foothold at the 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.
Our policy is to 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 employee come from very different backgrounds with a common goal to collaborate and succeed.
The department
You will be part of Welltec’s Global Operations function in the department working with Well Completion Services in North America.
We are hiring for two locations: United States - Midland (TX) and Canada - Mount Pearl (NL)
You can expect to travel as you can be relocated periodically to our various bases and operations in North America and Canada.
The position
As a Field Engineer you will have the opportunity 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 center around Welltec’s Completion Services and Tools.
You will have strong opportunities to learn and develop in this position. 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.
The role will also come with a great opportunity to explore North America, as you can be periodically relocated to various bases and operations in North America.
Key responsibilities
Your key responsibilities will vary depending on your current skills and experience level. However, some of the tasks you can expect to be responsible for are:
- Contributing to Welltec operations on wellsite
- Collaborating with other more junior or senior field engineers
- Managing equipment and Welltec tools in the field
- Provide onsite labor when needed
- Contributing to on-site maintenance
- Completing relevant paperwork associated with a job on a timely basis
- Participate in safety reviews
- Complying with Welltec Safety and Quality Policy standards
- Go through Welltec training
The candidate
You could either be an interested entry-level Field Engineer with high-potential or a high-performing Field Engineer with solid experience. Most importantly is your strong motivation to develop, learn and deliver high-quality service.
Some of the qualifications we expect you to have are:
- A relevant degree such as: Engineering, Geology/Geoscience, Mechanical Engineering, or similar.
- Prior experience with Well Completion Services and/or solid knowledge about it
- Experience in Liner Hanger
- Experience with on- and offshore jobs or a 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
- A solid compliance mindset and/or experience working in a compliance-driven work environment
- Awareness of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) and leads by example in promoting and maintaining a safe workplace and holding others in the field accountable to this high level
- Capable of effectively managing equipment & tools and/or a high-potential to become a competent tool operator
- You approach challenges with a positive ‘can-do-attitude’ and is comfortable with working under pressure and in varying remote conditions.
- A competent troubleshooter with good root cause analysis skills
It is required that you have good English language skills. You must also be willing to travel and be flexible. For both Canada and the US you must have an authorization to work and a valid driver’s license.
We offer
Working with Welltec® means challenges and personal development in a demanding work environment. It is a varied, exciting and rewarding 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.
The application process
If you are interested and feel you match the qualifications for this position submit your resume and application.
Interviews will be held on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. When you apply, please specify which of our locations that you apply for. You can apply for multiple locations.
