Hydraulic Fracturing Engineer Intern

ProPetro Services, Inc • Midland, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Hydraulic Fracturing Engineer Intern works with field engineers to support Engineering operations and professional development. The internship includes mentorship and meaningful work, including specific projects and programs and support for activities across the organization. The intern learns about hydraulic fracturing site operations and equipment, shadows chemical lab and fluid technology staff, and observes engineering supervisors and field engineers. The intern gives presentations during and at the end of the summer and provides one week of community service to local charities.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled in and pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours or more per week) during the summer, from late May through early August.
• Able to work onsite in Midland, Texas.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact with personnel at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to meet deadlines while preparing reports and presentations.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, with strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Able to maintain professionalism when representing the organization.
• Able to work 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Learn and observe frac site mechanics, including equipment, operations, safety, and products.
• Shadow in the chemical lab and with fluid techs to learn about water quality issues, compatibility testing, friction reducer flow loops, and related topics.
• Shadow engineering supervisors in the office and field engineers to gain technical knowledge of operations.
• Give multiple presentations throughout the summer and a final presentation at the end of the summer on what was taught and learned during the internship.
• Provide community service to local charities for one week.
• Comply with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies by attending required HSE training sessions and safety meetings and using proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern