Wells Engineering Student - Calgary

At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions in support of a net-zero future.

Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers.

This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people.

They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.

Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

At Imperial, we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us.

We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs.

Come be part of the Upstream Department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada and a workforce of 5,500+ total employees.

Our offices are located in Calgary, AB.

What role you will play in our team

Assist drilling engineers with studies and performance benchmarking while gaining an understanding of the engineering requirements to design and execute the drilling of onshore wells.

What you will do

• Assist with design of drilling programs and procedures and provide technical analyses on well trajectory, tubular design, and torque and drag.
• Work with drilling engineers and cross functional disciplines to implement design improvements and / or field trials on well equipment or procedures.
• Lead offset well reviews to investigate drilling problems and benchmark performance with industry peers to support best in class well delivery.
• Assist drilling engineers with rig surveillance including performance benchmarking, continuous improvement initiatives, and adherence to internal best practices,
• Lead or participate in morning rig calls, drilling technical reviews, or risk assessments.
• Identify new well opportunities, efficiencies or technical trials, evaluate risks and benefits, and lead implementation.
• Work with suppliers to redesign and trial new equipment, tools and technologies to improve drilling cost and reliability.
• Participate in technical training, technical reviews, or workshops.

About you

Skills and Qualifications

• Second or Third Year of an engineering program at a Canadian accredited university
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record are required.

Preferred Qualifications / Experience

• Prior oil and gas or industrial experience an asset.
• Role best suited for Petroleum, Mechanical and Chemical Engineering programs.

Start date : September, 2024

Location : Calgary, AB

Other Considerations

• We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
• For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment background screening will be required.
• In certain situations, Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company and may also provide the information to its affiliates, including affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation, in connection with possible opportunities at those affiliates.
• To be considered for employment, your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted.
• Work term : 8, 12, 16 Months, depending on student availability

Application deadline : May 26, 2024

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Imperial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Imperial is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals and encourages all eligible applicants to apply.

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Eligibility to work in Canada :

All applicants who receive an offer of employment must be eligible to work in Canada on a regular full-time basis without restrictions on their start date.

Proof of eligibility shall be in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, Canadian certificate of permanent residence, Canadian open work permit or receipt from Immigration Canada of an application for a post-graduate work permit.

Proof of eligibility must be current and valid (not expired, cancelled or voided). Proof of eligibility will be required if an offer of employment is made.

Failure to provide proof of eligibility at least six (6) weeks prior to the start date may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.