Field Engineer / Field Engineer Trainee for Well Intervention Services

You will be a Field Engineer supporting field operations across data acquisition, well planning, and tool operations within Welltec’s Intervention Services and Tools. The role includes organizing, executing, and reporting operations, alongside hands-on training, early responsibility, and strong development opportunities in the energy industry and our technology.

Department

Operations

Location

Leduc, Alberta, Canada

Deadline

31.08.26

Reference

RCP-001663

A world-class company

Welltec is an international oilfield service company and a leading specialist partner to the energy industry.

Our values are to be Pioneering, Visionary, Dedicated, and Agile.

We develop and manufacture precision-controlled technologies which provide the most unique and advanced Completion and Intervention solutions, which assist our clients in maximizing recovery from their assets.

We always look to the future, utilizing our intelligence, imagination and expertise to create new opportunities. We have won several industry awards for innovative thinking. We are enjoying constant growth worldwide through the wide adoption of our cutting-edge solutions.

Our policy is to hire locally and work globally. We therefore recruit where we are active and train our employees to operate our state-of-the-art technologies to provide services to our high-profile clients in the region.

The global dimension offers a range of opportunities for those who are motivated by a challenging and multicultural environment where employees come with very different backgrounds but with a common wish to collaborate and succeed.

The department

You will be part of Welltec’s Global Operations function working with Well Intervention Services in North America.

The position

As a Field Engineer you will have the opportunity be involved in every part of our business in the field: From helping acquire essential data to planning long-term well development and operating tools. You will support with organizing, running, and reporting operations. Your work will centre around Welltec’s Intervention Services and Tools.

You will have strong opportunities to learn and develop in this position. Initially, you will undergo thorough training that will be hands-on and rewarding as you will learn about the energy industry and become familiar with operating our world-class technology.

You will be asked to learn a lot but in return you will be given responsibility and support to make a big impact early, develop your skillset and start becoming an important part of our business.

Key responsibilities

Your key responsibilities will vary depending on your current skill- and experience level. However, some of the tasks you can expect to be responsible for are:

• Complying with Welltec Safety and Quality Policy standards
• Execute electric wireline based well-intervention field operations including pre-job planning, job load out, rig up/down, equipment preparation, and service execution in the field
• Collaborating with other more junior or senior field engineers
• Completing relevant paperwork associated with a job on a timely basis
• Undergo Welltec training
• Undertaking technical, safety, and shop/office responsibilities as assigned by the Base Manager
• Maintaining equipment and facilities in an orderly and workable condition
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform maintenance as required
• Communicate effectively with clients and field personnel
• Uphold our high level of customer service at all times

What we offer

Working with Welltec means challenges and personal development in a demanding work environment. It is exciting and rewarding, and it is a varied place to work. Welltec is an equal opportunity employer. We offer good career opportunities for the right candidate. Also, Welltec has a competitive compensation package.

The candidate

You will be an interested entry-level Field Engineer with high potential. Most important is your strong motivation to develop, learn and deliver high quality service.

The ideal candidate has the following profile:

• A relevant degree such as: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical engineering, Petroleum engineering or similar
• Strong interest and a willingness to work on- and offshore
• Thrives with ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and on time in cooperation with others
• Basic knowledge of the Oil and Gas industry is a plus
• A solid compliance mindset and/or experience working in a compliance-driven work environment
• Awareness of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE)
• Capable of effectively managing equipment & tools and/or a high potential become a competent field engineer
• Be a highly motivated individual who approaches challenges with a positive ‘can-do-attitude’ and is willing to work under pressure and in varying remote and physically demanding conditions.
• Leads by example in promoting and maintaining a safe workplace and holding others in the field accountable to this high level.
• A competent troubleshooter with good root cause analysis skills
• Good English language skills
• Willingness to work irregular hours and travel extensively
• Must be available to relocate
• Valid driver’s license and clean record
• Authorized to work in Canada, without the need for current or future visa sponsorship

The process

If you are interested in the position submit your resume and cover letter online.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply soon if you believe you fit the role.