Field Engineer

Position Summary

The Field Engineer 1 (Cementing Engineer) is responsible for operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, conducting lab tests, and assisting in the design, calculations, and simulations of cement jobs. The role involves coordinating and overseeing cementing services at well sites, both domestically and internationally, while providing leadership to field personnel and ensuring proper mobilization and maintenance of equipment.

Essential Functions

• Operate and maintain cement laboratory equipment and demonstrate competency at conducting lab tests.
• Assist business development and management with cement job design, calculations, computer simulations, and communication with customers.
• Assist management and field supervisors with coordination of cementing services at the well site (domestic and international projects).
• Provide oversight of field personnel, equipment mobilization, equipment maintenance, job preparation, and equipment modification.
• Provide leadership and technical expertise on cement jobs and document services performed utilizing company paperwork and tracking systems.
• Contribute to the development of company procedures, policies, and methods.
• Must keep work areas clean.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays when necessary.

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties and projects as assigned by management.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

• Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering.
• Experience in oil or geothermal well cementing preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and be accountable for individual and project results.
• Must have the ability to read, write and speak English at a level that will permit the employee to understand and communicate information in a manner that will enable the employee to safely and efficiently perform the job duties.
• Must have the ability to follow instructions and work cooperatively with others.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to use and acquire knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and visually in a clear and effective manner including in noisy and low illumination environments.
• Must be able to operate a vehicle in a safe manner.
• Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to ORMAT’s Safe Driving policy.
• Must be able to work proactively with minimal supervision and oversight.

Physical Requirements

• The ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be able to climb stairs, work off of elevated platforms, in severe weather conditions and in confined spaces.
• Job requires sitting and/or standing for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment, including safety shoes and earplugs.