Well Abandonment Engineer

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Job Summary

Job Description

ConocoPhillips is one of the world’s leading exploration and production companies based on both production and reserves, with a globally diversified asset portfolio. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, ConocoPhillips has approximately 9,600 employees supporting operations and activities in 13 countries. In 2022, production averaged 1,738 MBOED, and proved reserves were 6.6 BBOE.
 

In Canada, we can trace our history back over 110 years. Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, our current investment programs are focused on the operated Surmont oil sands development in the Athabasca region of northeast Alberta and the liquids rich Montney unconventional play in northeast British Columbia. Our production averaged 85 MBOED in 2022 and proved reserves were 0.2 BBOE.
 

Our story demonstrates our commitment to the community, our innovative approach to technology and our adaptability during the changes faced by our industry. Within our Calgary office, we have implemented a Hybrid Office Work program, which offers eligible employees flexibility with the option of working remotely on Wednesdays and Fridays. We believe that diverse opinions, ideas, and perspectives are what fuels innovation, and we reinforce this belief through a DEI Council of employees, a culture of psychological safety and an Engagement Network, to name a few. Our workforce represents the international communities in which we live and work, bringing together talented people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Consistent with our focus on excellence, ConocoPhillips continues to discover and develop best practices in diversity, equity, and inclusion – for the good of our enterprise, our employees, our vendors, and our communities. 
 

Description:

ConocoPhillips Canada is recruiting a Well Abandonment Engineer to join our team. Reporting to the Well Integrity and Abandonment Supervisor, this position will focus primarily on the prioritization, design, and implementation of well abandonments (including surface casing vent flow and gas migration repair).  The position is Calgary office-based with some associated travel to field operations.  The successful candidate must have experience as an Intervention/Abandonment Engineer and basic knowledge of other disciplines including drilling, production, reservoir, and geology.

Responsibilities:

• Supports and complies with the policies, goals, efforts, and programs of CPC’s Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management System. Ensure HSE issues are given primary consideration in all activities undertaken within area of responsibility. Unsafe acts and/or conditions, no matter in what area of responsibility, are to be reported so corrective actions can be taken.
• Work within a team for prioritizing well abandonments and long-range planning to ensure well abandonments meet regulatory and Company requirements.
• Perform detailed well reviews, diagnostics and interpretation of past operations and information to establish abandonment strategies of wells.
• Prepare detailed well abandonment cost estimates, procedures, regulatory and vendor correspondence relating to well abandonment activities.
• Work within teams in preparing campaigns which include activities related to well abandonments interventions and diagnostics.
• Providing daily technical support to field personnel to ensure the safe and efficient execution of planned work activities.
• Mentoring and coaching of junior team members and continuous improvement of process and procedures.
• Remain current on regulations and applicable technologies relating to well abandonments.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing initiatives and technology development within ConocoPhillips and industry.
   

Required Qualifications:

• Registered member of good standing as a Certified Engineering Technologist or Professional Engineer.
• 5+ years of wells experience involving completion, interventions, and abandonments.  At least 2 years working directly in well abandonments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Proficient with use of computer programs including Accumap, MS Office, and Wellview.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis without restrictions.
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with interpretation of well logs and well construction.
• Demonstrated ability to provide clear and appropriately detailed information to others in a timely manner.
• Aptitude to support and facilitate collaboration across multidisciplinary
  teams, business, and cultures.
• Strong team player, self-starter, ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize and balance several projects at one time.
• Strong commitment to continuous improvement, safety & environmental stewardship, and business ethics
   

To be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the closing date.

This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the ConocoPhillips Canada substance abuse program and pre-employment health screening.

Current employees: Please ensure you have discussed your intent to apply with your current supervisor prior to applying for any internal position.
 

For information on our Sustainable Development performance in Canada, visit www.cpcsustainability.ca
 

ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply Before: October 11, 2024

Sponsorship:

ConocoPhillips’ sponsorship for employment authorization in the country where this job is located is NOT available for this position.

EEO:

ConocoPhillips is an equal opportunity employer.