CNPC USA

INTERN - Research, Drilling Dynamics

LocationHouston, TX
Job TypePart-time

About This Job


Location: Katy, Texas


FLSA Status: Internship / PT


Exempt Status: Hourly


Company Profile:

CNPC USA is a subsidiary of China National Petroleum Company, and serves as the North American headquarters. Our goal is to provide innovation, research and development of innovative technologies for Oil and Gas Exploration and Production.


Job Summary:

CNPC USA is actively seeking creative, innovative, best-in-class experts to join our growing team. This is a unique opportunity for an internship in drilling dynamics and mechanics. The intern will be responsible for studying, testing, and comparing different drill string dynamic models. The intern will also be responsible for researching the theory of each model and testing each model to evaluate its strengths and weaknesses. This position reports directly to a Senior Engineer in the Drilling Products group.


Responsibilities:

Run and evaluate computer models based on their theory and implementations.
Develop and run several test cases.
Produce a written report of findings.
Create key documentation for the model.
Give presentations of project status/results to engineering/management
Conduct all business activities in agreement with CNPC USA core values.


Key Skills:

Proficiently in at least one of Python, Matlab, C++, C#, or other programming language
Familiar with numerical simulations (CFD, FEA, DEM, et cetera)
Understanding of dynamics
Effective time management, presentation, and communication skills
Self-motivated and able to work with little supervision.
Oil industry research or experience is a plus.


Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a Ph.D. degree in Materials Science, Chemistry/Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, Data Science, Management Information Systems, or related Engineering degree.
Must provide a current, unofficial transcript with online resume (as proof of good academic standing) when applying for this position to be considered.
Legally authorized to work in the United States of America


Work Environment:

This job operates in an office environment. Secondary responsibilities of the role may require the use of standard lab equipment such as a tensile testing frame.


Supervisory Responsibility:


This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

CNPC USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Disclaimer: The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the intern. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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