Posted: 18 Sep 2009
Location: Saudi Arabia
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Conduct research and provide consultation related to artificial lift technologies, especially in the area of Electrical Submersible Pumping (ESP). Identify, monitor, and assess new technologies relevant to artificial lifting to reduce production cost, improve well performance, and increase safety. Generate new ideas, develop research projects, and conduct field trial programs for new equipment. Analyze trial results and make recommendations for design improvement and field deployment. Prepare technical reports and publish technical papers in international technical conferences.
SELECTION CRITERIA: Candidate should hold an advanced degree, preferably Ph.D., in Petroleum Engineering or a closely related subject (e.g., Mechanical Engineering). The candidate is should have 10 years or more combined experience in the oil industry, academia, and/or government related to artificial lift technology. Excellence in research will be evidenced by the candidate's publications, invited presentations, patents, professional awards and honors, and professional society activities. The candidate is required to have broad experience and advanced knowledge in artificial lift selection, design, and optimization. Experience in wellbore hydraulics, well completion, and multiphase pumping is required. Extensive field experience in ESP system design, field installation, and diagnostic analysis is highly essential. Knowledge of technology limitations with vendor systems is required. Be able to use common nodal analysis programs and artificial lift design computer models. Ability to mentor young professionals is required.
COMMENTS: The Saudi Aramco EXPEC Advanced Research Center (EXPEC ARC) provides an unrivalled environment for creativity and innovation in the upstream sector by creating new opportunities to find, develop, and produce hydrocarbon resources, developing cost-effective solutions to meet Saudi Aramco's unique upstream technological needs. It offers the successful applicant a unique workplace to further expand technical and professional skills underpinned by a strong commitment to training and personal development.
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