Oil & Gas Engineering Technician
Cazador Consulting Group, INC. · Bakersfield, CA
Job Description
Position Overview
A leading energy operator in the oil and gas sector is seeking a highly skilled Engineering Technician with demonstrated proficiency in WellStar to support a multidisciplinary engineering team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background in well operations, regulatory documentation, and subsurface data management. This role requires hands-on expertise with well-planning software, a deep understanding of operational workflows, and the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, field personnel, and regulatory teams. This is a key technical support position for ongoing well integrity, abandonment, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Well Data Management & Technical Documentation
• Perform well reviews, data entry, and create detailed wellbore diagrams in compliance with AOR and UIC requirements using OpenWells, Profile, Microsoft Excel, and Visio.
• Compile, analyze, and organize technical materials for complex abandonment projects and intercept well justifications.
• Utilize cement calculation templates to meet CalGEM requirements, including volume determinations, abandonment plug design, and correlation of pumped volumes to validate cement integrity in both vertical and horizontal wells.
• Query, track, and report UIC project status using MS Access, providing clear updates to internal stakeholders.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness in developing and submitting regulatory reports.
Regulatory & Compliance Support
• Assist regulatory and compliance departments by tracking, preparing, and submitting well histories, MIT I & MIT II test documentation, and other required data through WellStar.
• Maintain detailed records of well operations in alignment with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Support audits and compliance reviews by ensuring all documentation meets current standards.
Operational Support & Collaboration
• Work directly with engineers, field teams, and other key stakeholders to coordinate well operations and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Monitor and verify the accuracy and quality of well data, operational inputs, and reporting outputs.
• Participate in operational meetings, providing technical insights and assisting with troubleshooting when required.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and help implement best practices across well operations, data workflows, and reporting systems.
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Petroleum Technology, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Engineering Technician or in a related role in the oil and gas industry.
Technical Skills
• Proficiency with WellStar and strong working knowledge of well-planning and data-management systems, including OpenWells, Profile, Microsoft Excel, Visio, and MS Access.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret well integrity data, operational reports, and technical documentation.
Professional Skills
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities related to well systems and technical software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, field operations, and regulatory teams.
• Highly organized, detail-focused, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
Work Environment
• Requires travel to remote field locations as project needs arise.
• Occasional work in outdoor or rugged conditions.
• Must be able to work safely and effectively in both office and field settings.
Compensation & Benefits
• Hourly Rate: $28–$35 DOE, with overtime eligibility.
• Per Diem: Provided for field assignments.
• Benefits Package: Health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid holidays and PTO.
Company Description
We are a full-service staffing firm. Looking for the right person for our clients. Let us help you find the perfect position!
Oil & Gas Engineering Technician
Cazador Consulting Group, INC. · Bakersfield, CA
Job Description
Position Overview
A leading energy operator in the oil and gas sector is seeking a highly skilled Engineering Technician with demonstrated proficiency in WellStar to support a multidisciplinary engineering team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background in well operations, regulatory documentation, and subsurface data management. This role requires hands-on expertise with well-planning software, a deep understanding of operational workflows, and the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, field personnel, and regulatory teams. This is a key technical support position for ongoing well integrity, abandonment, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Well Data Management & Technical Documentation
• Perform well reviews, data entry, and create detailed wellbore diagrams in compliance with AOR and UIC requirements using OpenWells, Profile, Microsoft Excel, and Visio.
• Compile, analyze, and organize technical materials for complex abandonment projects and intercept well justifications.
• Utilize cement calculation templates to meet CalGEM requirements, including volume determinations, abandonment plug design, and correlation of pumped volumes to validate cement integrity in both vertical and horizontal wells.
• Query, track, and report UIC project status using MS Access, providing clear updates to internal stakeholders.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness in developing and submitting regulatory reports.
Regulatory & Compliance Support
• Assist regulatory and compliance departments by tracking, preparing, and submitting well histories, MIT I & MIT II test documentation, and other required data through WellStar.
• Maintain detailed records of well operations in alignment with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Support audits and compliance reviews by ensuring all documentation meets current standards.
Operational Support & Collaboration
• Work directly with engineers, field teams, and other key stakeholders to coordinate well operations and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Monitor and verify the accuracy and quality of well data, operational inputs, and reporting outputs.
• Participate in operational meetings, providing technical insights and assisting with troubleshooting when required.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and help implement best practices across well operations, data workflows, and reporting systems.
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Petroleum Technology, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Engineering Technician or in a related role in the oil and gas industry.
Technical Skills
• Proficiency with WellStar and strong working knowledge of well-planning and data-management systems, including OpenWells, Profile, Microsoft Excel, Visio, and MS Access.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret well integrity data, operational reports, and technical documentation.
Professional Skills
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities related to well systems and technical software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, field operations, and regulatory teams.
• Highly organized, detail-focused, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
Work Environment
• Requires travel to remote field locations as project needs arise.
• Occasional work in outdoor or rugged conditions.
• Must be able to work safely and effectively in both office and field settings.
Compensation & Benefits
• Hourly Rate: $28–$35 DOE, with overtime eligibility.
• Per Diem: Provided for field assignments.
• Benefits Package: Health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid holidays and PTO.
Company Description
We are a full-service staffing firm. Looking for the right person for our clients. Let us help you find the perfect position!