Manager or Director Production & Facilities Engineering

Job ID

27760450

Location

Fort Worth, TX, 76106

Other Location

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Manager/Director of Production and Facilities Engineering leads the Production and

Facilities Engineering Team that provides design, standards, analytics, project identification and

execution and continuous improvement in the Upstream and Midstream businesses. Supports

the facilities and production engineering components of Design, Execution and Operations

phases of the dCarbon Ventures (dCV) business. This role leads and/or works closely with

operations leadership, project managers, engineers, technicians, 3rd party vendors, data and IT

analysts, industry peers and partners to ensure cost-effective, efficient, safe, and timely

delivery of production and facility engineering services for Upstream, Midstream businesses

and components of the dCarbon Ventures business.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Lead and manage a team of production and facility engineers and an engineering analyst to deliver on Upstream, Midstream and dCarbon Ventures business objectives.

- Identify and implement strategic initiatives to optimize production, reduce costs/capital, and improve efficiency.

- Work closely and collaboratively with operations and production field teams to optimize well performance, diagnose well problems and implement solutions, advise on artificial lift improvements, lower lease operating costs, oversee technical aspects of the production chemical program and achieve budgeted production targets.

- Develop long term artificial lift strategy in partnership with production operations team.

- Direct new well and refrac flowback methods, standards, cost reductions and interventions as appropriate.

- Oversee technical delivery of upstream, midstream, and carbon capture new facilities ensuring fit-for-purpose design and on-time, quality delivery while meeting budget.

- Provide engineering support for existing facilities in all businesses to increase reliability, asset integrity, and operational performance.

- Accountable for Prosper modeling, FEED, Detailed Engineering, PHAs, and technical support for commissioning of projects.

- Accountable for the workover and plugging programs identification and performance including developing yearly budgets, meeting program metrics and driving programmatic improvement.

- Lead the marginal well process to optimize cash flow from upstream assets and manage lease obligations.

Ensure lookbacks are conducted on key areas of responsibility (e.g., workover, facilities projects) with learnings shared and incorporated.

- Source and implement opportunities to use data to drive improvement in quality, timeliness, and efficiency of business decisions; develop or acquire tools required for such.

- Oversee development of opportunities to utilize artificial intelligence, machine learning, and large language models to make a business impact.

- Manage and mentor engineering staff, providing technical guidance and support.

- Coordinate the Production and Facilities Engineering function with other internal and external teams to maximize value to the organization.

- Oversee development of pipeline hydraulic models for internal midstream systems and manage 3rd party midstream technical relationships to ensure optimal gathering capacity and timely installation for upstream development programs. Build and refine fit-for-purpose processes to increase efficiency of technical and cross functional initiatives.

- Provide technical guidance for company-wide projects such as system upgrades and technology projects.

- Perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS

- Strong technical background in upstream production and facilities engineering is of paramount importance. Midstream and CO2 surface facilities engineering experience is preferred.

- Deep experience with well performance and diagnostics, artificial lift, production optimization and lease operating cost reductions.

- Knowledge of production engineering inflow performance software/tools, as well as pipeline and process modeling tools.

- Business acumen, with cost/benefit approach and balance of cost, quality and project economics related to facilities.

- Understanding of industry codes and standards (ASME, NACE, API, ASTM, etc.).

- Working knowledge of federal (EPA) and state-level regulatory frameworks governing production and facility engineering and operations.

- Strong project management capabilities; able to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant engineering tools.

- Demonstrated experience leading teams, including performance management and development.

- Leadership and management skills including achieving results through influence, guiding performance and development, and fostering a motivating and inclusive workplace.

- Uses insights from digital tools and data analytics to improve performance; has a bias for AI and machine learning applications.

- Ability to thrive in a dynamic fast-paced environment.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Advanced interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills.

- Advanced attention to detail, organization and prioritization.

- Advanced cognitive, decision-making and problem-solving skills.

- Growth mindset with an advanced ability to innovate, embrace change and have grit.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

- 10+ years of production and/or facilities engineering experience in oil and gas.

- People leadership and supervisory experience at any level are strongly preferred.

- Degree in Petroleum, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or similar engineering equivalent

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS

- This position is located in Fort Worth, Texas at BKV’s field office.

- Some travel up to 15% may be required.

- Hybrid of indoor and outdoor working environments, including field operations, depending on assignment.

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