Completions Engineering Manager

Gulfport Energy•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

The Completions Engineering Manager is responsible for the technical design and evaluation of completion-related activities, including fracture stimulation and drill-out operations. The role is accountable for completion program designs, technical engineering, operational execution, forecasting, and budgeting for capital activities. The position leads completions personnel and technical and field staff to support safe, environmentally aware, efficient, and cost-effective operations, and works with geology and reservoir teams to develop completion designs that support production targets and maximize economics. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position. Work takes place in both a professional office and field environment, with local and out-of-town travel anticipated. Workdays and hours vary according to workload and company needs. The position is designated safety sensitive and is contingent on successful completion of a pre-placement drug test, with random drug testing and a motor vehicle check.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or master's degree in engineering.
At least 10 years of completions engineering experience with an upstream E&P company, with increasing levels of responsibility.
In-depth understanding of the completions process at both corporate and field operations levels.
Working knowledge of frac modeling, completion design optimization, and engineering practices.
Experience leading a team of engineers on complex technical projects.
Ability to manage multiple projects and complete assigned work by deadlines with appropriate follow-up.
Ability to perform detailed technical analysis and reporting and understand complex maps and reports.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical, technical writing, data presentation, and oral presentation skills.
Working knowledge of the oil and gas industry and process control systems.
Ability to use a computer or phone for extended periods, lift 10 pounds occasionally, concentrate, and sit for long periods.
Successful completion of a pre-placement drug test; the role is also subject to random drug testing and a motor vehicle check.

Nice To Haves

Experience implementing new technology on assets, preferably involving automation or AI.
GIS knowledge.
Multi-basin experience.
Industry training and certifications.

Responsibilities

Promote and enforce internal safety programs and enhance the safety culture by implementing best practices.
Review designs and procedures and recommend changes as warranted to support safe and cost-effective completion operations.
Supervise and manage completions personnel to maintain a safe, environmentally aware, and low-cost work environment.
Lead technical and field staff in troubleshooting issues and supporting safe, efficient operations.
Lead and guide the development, integration, and implementation of well completion programs to meet production targets and maximize economics.
Collaborate with geology and reservoir teams to design and model fracture stimulation plans for cost-effective lateral placement and spacing.
Evaluate new technologies, methods, and techniques for all phases of completion operations.
Review and analyze Gulfport's fracture stimulation designs in comparison with in-basin peers and industry best practices.
Provide budgeting and long-range forecast assumptions to internal planning teams.
Understand and comply with applicable state and federal laws and regulatory requirements affecting operations.
Prepare scopes of work for contract services and work with supply chain on requests for proposals each budget cycle.
Manage preparation of AFEs and cost estimates to ensure documents reflect current cost structures.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.