Logistics Engineer NEX

Patterson-UTI•Houston, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Logistics Engineer serves as the liaison between supply chain, operations, engineering, and sales throughout the integrated completions job cycle. This role ensures all materials required for completions jobs—including proppant, frac chemicals, and related services—are delivered to the wellsite safely, on time, and in the most cost-effective manner. The position combines engineering knowledge, operational experience, and technology adoption to support real-time logistics execution, cost optimization, and continuous improvement across operations.

Requirements

Strong analytical and fact-based decision-making skills
Proficiency in Excel and other analytical tools
Knowledge of supply chain, logistics planning, and warehouse operations best practices
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Ability to manage priorities, maintain urgency, and respond quickly to operational challenges
Strong stakeholder influence and collaboration skills
Attention to detail and ability to work independently or cross-functionally
Understanding of safety requirements and compliance standards
Ability to communicate effectively in English for safety and operations
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting oil and gas completions operations
Knowledge of sand logistics, materials distribution, and supplier coordination
Experience using digital operations platforms and real-time logistics systems
Exposure to AI-enabled tools, automation, or machine learning in supply chain environments
Experience with continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary liaison between supply chain, operations, engineering, and sales throughout the integrated completions job cycle
Develop and maintain forecasts by analyzing master schedules, customer procedures, and historical usage patterns
Plan and coordinate supply movements to meet demand with correct timing and quantities
Develop logistics plans for trucking and material deliveries that minimize total delivered cost while maintaining agility
Participate in pad mobilization/demobilization planning, pre-frac meetings, and internal readiness meetings
Monitor real-time job data and collaborate with operational and engineering teams to support field execution
Adjust forecasts and logistics plans based on daily operations and material consumption
Leverage digital tools, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to improve efficiency and workflows
Identify and implement cost-savings and value-add initiatives using total cost of ownership analysis
Monitor supplier performance using defined metrics and processes
Support development of improved workflows and machine learning tools for supply chain operations
Train, advise, and support new engineers and coordinators
Perform additional duties as assigned