Senior Well Abandonment Engineer

Company Overview:

Lean Tech is a rapidly expanding organization situated in Medellín, Colombia. We pride ourselves on possessing one of the most influential networks within software development and IT services for the entertainment, financial, and logistics sectors. Our corporate projections offer many opportunities for professionals to elevate their careers and experience substantial growth. Joining our team means engaging with expansive engineering teams across Latin America and the United States, contributing to cutting-edge developments in multiple industries.

We seek a proactive Well Abandonment Engineer to plan and oversee wells' safe, compliant abandonment, ensuring regulatory adherence, developing procedures, and minimizing environmental impact through collaboration with teams and stakeholders.ns.

Position Title: Senior Well Abandonment Engineer

Location: Remote - Latam

What you will be doing:

The Well Abandonment Engineer is responsible for planning, designing, and overseeing the safe and compliant abandonment of oil, gas, or water wells. This role involves ensuring regulatory compliance, developing abandonment procedures, and optimizing decommissioning strategies while minimizing environmental impact. The engineer will collaborate with peers, field teams, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders to ensure successful well-abandonment operations. Your responsibilities will include:

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation:

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Prepare and submit regulatory documentation, permits, and reports.

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Maintain accurate records of abandonment procedures and post-abandonment monitoring.

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Ensure adherence to government regulations, industry standards (e.g., API, OSHA, EPA), and company policies.

Engineering & Planning:

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Evaluate well integrity, casing conditions, and formation pressures to determine the best abandonment approach.

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Conduct risk assessments and feasibility studies for well plugging and decommissioning.

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Design and develop well-abandonment programs based on regulatory and environmental requirements.

Operations & Execution Support:

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Provide technical guidance to field teams for the execution of well abandonment programs.

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Troubleshoot operational challenges and adjust plans, as necessary.

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Safety & Environmental Protection:

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Ensure all abandonment activities meet health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards.

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Identify potential environmental risks and implement mitigation measures.

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Participate in safety meetings, audits, and incident investigations as needed.

Cost Management & Optimization:

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Develop cost-effective abandonment strategies to reduce operational expenses.

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Optimize abandonment techniques to improve efficiency and sustainability.

Requirements & Qualifications

To excel in this role, you should possess:

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Education: Bachelor’s / Associate’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

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Experience: 5+ years of experience in well abandonment, drilling, completions, or related oilfield operations.

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Technical Knowledge:

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Understanding of well integrity, cementing techniques, and plugging methods.

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Familiarity with industry regulations and environmental standards.

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Proficiency in engineering software and design tools (e.g., WellCat, Landmark, or similar).

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Soft Skills: Proficient verbal and written communication in English, strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Nice to have

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Certifications: Well control certification, H2S safety training, and other industry-related certifications preferred.

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Work Conditions: Ability to travel to the operator’s office twice per year (desired).

Why you will love Lean Tech:

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Join a powerful tech workforce and help us change the world through technology

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Professional development opportunities with international customers

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Collaborative work environment

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Career path and mentorship programs that will lead to new levels.