Job Description

Coterra is hiring a Drilling & Completions Engineer in Midland, Texas

JOB SUMMARY

As a Drilling and Completions Engineer for Coterra, you will work as an integral part of developing company assets with a direct role in the planning and execution of all drilling and completion activities. You will be responsible for providing engineering support for daily drilling and completions activities, all while ensuring the quality, safety, and cost control of the operations. This position is located in our Midland, Texas office. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Generate procedures and plans for all activities associated with the drilling and completion of a well

• Perform engineering design to ensure wellbore integrity and proper well control at all times

• Provide AFE estimates for the drilling and completion of new wells

• Oversee tracking and analysis of daily operational progress including comparison of costs to expected budget

• Conduct in-depth operational and cost analyses in order to support decisions and control costs

• Understand pertinent rules and regulations to ensure procedures and operations meet or exceed requirements

• Coordinate with both office and field personnel regarding drilling and completions activities

• Coordinate and manage multiple external vendors and suppliers working on projects

• Coordinate with asset exploration teams to design full scale asset development plans

• Other tasks as assigned

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Working knowledge of drilling and completion operations

• Practical knowledge of unconventional/conventional resource plays

• Strong analytical, problem solving, and presentation skills required

• Ability to make technically and economically sound decisions while under pressure

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are necessary

• Must be a self-starter and possess the ability to work independently

• Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task with attention to accuracy

• Team player that possesses the ability to adapt to a changing and fast paced work environment

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point)

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field required

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in onshore field operations in drilling or completions preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMAND

Work is typically performed indoors in an office environment. Incumbents must be able to perform work which includes typing, sitting and standing. In the event that incumbent visits operations worksite, personal protection equipment, including head protection, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety shoes, and flame resistant clothing is required. Safety rules including OSHA and DOT requirements are strictly enforced. Employees must be willing to travel and work extended hours on short notice.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• 10% - 15% Travel will be required for mandatory meetings, training and visits to field locations.

ABOUT COTERRA ENERGY

Coterra Energy Inc. was formed in October 2021 as the result of a merger between Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation and Cimarex Energy. By merging, the two legacy companies have created one entity full of talented people with decades of experience in the energy industry. Our team is passionate about delivering reliable energy to all and achieving environmental excellence while doing so. We embrace innovation and technology and encourage an atmosphere of open dialogue between employees and leadership.

EEO-1 STATEMENT

Coterra Energy Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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