Advanced Oilfield Chemicals Engineer (MIC Specialist)
Core
Lead the development, execution, and optimization of global Oilfield Chemical (OFC) programs, specifically focusing on Microbially Influenced Corrosion (MIC) to ensure asset integrity and production optimization.
Role type
Senior IC Oilfield Chemicals Engineer (MIC Specialist)
Builds
Global OFC programs, chemical treatment protocols, and field validation trials for upstream oil and gas operations.
Domain
Oil & Gas Upstream / Asset Integrity / Corrosion Science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> chemical treatment programs and asset integrity solutions
Required skills
Microbiology, Corrosion science, Aqueous and hydrocarbon chemistry/physics, Asset integrity management, Flow assurance, Chemical program optimization, Field validation trial design, Contract administration, Technical mentoring
Preferred skills
Laboratory methods for chemical testing, Chemical injection systems familiarity, Knowledge of specialty chemicals (biocides, scale inhibitors, etc.), Business acumen, International travel flexibility
Technologies
Chemical injection systems, Monitoring tools, Knowledge management platforms
Responsibilities
Lead advanced detection and mitigation efforts for microbial induced corrosion; Develop technical scope and define chemical requirements for new/replacement oilfield chemicals; Optimize chemical treatment programs to meet asset integrity goals; Design matrix and protocol for lab qualification; Lead interfaces between engineering, operations, and suppliers; Lead design and analysis of field validation trials; Provide technical mentoring to early career engineers; Support planning and budgeting for OFC programs; Influence decision making in OFC research and technology development.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic influence
