Field Engineer - Tools - Superior Completion Services

Superior Completion Services, a Superior Energy Services Company, has the technology, resources, and experience to deliver effective well-completion services in any downhole condition. As a global provider of best-in-class conventional, unconventional, intelligent, and sand control tools, Superior Energy provides field-proven state-of-the-art technology that reduces risk, increases completion efficiencies, and maximizes production on the land, shelf, Deepwater, and Ultra-Deepwater arenas. 

Superior Completion Services is currently seeking an Engineer Field Tool I for our office in Lafayette, LA.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Uses Design Engineering principles to troubleshoot job issues for the Tools division.
• Works with Operations to plan, establish, and maintain the district's product and service quality objectives, consistent with Customer and Corporate goals and objectives.  
• Responsible for computer modeling, project designs, planning, demonstrating, recommendations, preparation, and down-hole knowledge of customer jobs. Prepare written recommendations, review job layouts, and perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Tubing Movement Application (TMAP), Tadpro and other computer modeling.  
• Initiate Engineering Design Requests (EDR)
• Review EDR’s for new products and Engineering Change Notices (ECN) for existing products.  Oversee operations to ensure compliance.     
• Create and update work instructions for the department (SOP, TTP, TL, etc.).      
• Maintain liaison between field personnel and new product launches and coordinate with new and ongoing tool development.    
• Assist with job problems and subsequent investigations and reports.  Initiate and evaluate corrective action reports linked to operational incidents.   
• Supervise training of Associate Engineers.
• Work with Customer engineers to analyze well conditions and job requirements.
• Review laboratory test results and information and enter various reports for delivery to the Technology group for delivery to the customer.
• Work with the Sales group with the presentation of technical matters to customers . 
• Conduct job quality and safety inspections.   
• Train and orientate sales personnel and Associate Engineers, Tool Specialists, and Assembly personnel on new products and services.  
• Review Technology Group job releases for accuracy and application.
• Perform tool testing for customers for job issues and new designs.
• Investigate and report on job failures and coordinate corrective actions.
• Supports assembly shop and field operations in preparing and running equipment.
• Assists in training employees in the function and assembly of equipment.
• The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified; nothing restricts the company’s right to change, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time or for any reason.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Knowledge of Downhole Hydraulics and Mechanical Applications     
• Basic understanding of downhole sand control completion principles and techniques   
• Current practices and technology used in the oil and gas industry     
• Knowledge relating to completion services procedures and processes   
• Current practices, equipment, materials, and supplies used in the completion tools business.  
• Knowledge, competency, and experience in related fields.
• Critical math skills needed for system calculations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products

BEHAVIORAL ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, and troubleshooting skills      
• Identifying problems and reviewing information to develop options and implement solutions      
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems      
• Determining necessary resources, time, and materials for a project·      
• Planning and tracking project timelines     
• Ability to recognize and solve problems
• Accurately complete/maintain necessary reports/records in a timely and legible manner, according to applicable procedures and work order
• Collect, research, and analyze data
• Communicate effectively both written and verbally at all levels within the organization
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Listen and provide feedback to solve practical problems
  
• Make independent decisions Building and maintaining positive customer relationships, internal or external     
• Monitoring/Assessing the performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action      
• Identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions 
• Forecasting and determining necessary resources, time, and materials for a project  
• Planning and tracking project timelines
• Efficiently managing the resources, time, and materials of the division·     
• Leading, directing, and mentoring individuals to accomplish common goals
• Must be able to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries, complaints, or employee situations. Ability to effectively present controversial or complex topics to upper management, subordinates, and groups of employees
• Ability to recognize and solve problems of a complex nature
• Able to create innovative approaches to address challenging opportunities
• Accurately complete/maintain necessary reports/records in a timely and legible manner, according to applicable procedures and work order
• Collect, research, and analyze data
• Commit to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals
• Communicate effectively both written and verbally at all levels within the organization
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit through contributions in team settings, working groups, and committees
• Deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, clients, customers, and the general public
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Listen and provide feedback to solve practical problems
• Make independent decisions but understand when to escalate issues
• Provide direction, support, and assistance to other department personnel
• Read, write, speak, and understand English
• Understand the business implications of decisions

Education:

• A Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology is required.

Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Matching 401(k)

To be considered for this position, please select the link “Apply Now”

Through participation in the E-Verify program, Superior Energy Services, Inc. electronically verifies the employment eligibility and Social Security Number validity of all new hires. Superior Completion Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.