(Global Petroleum Gas) Scale Specialist

• Design laboratory test matrices and conduct laboratory studies for scale mitigation projects.
  
• Perform root-cause analysis of existing scale issues, and scaling risk assessments for new fields.
  
• Evaluate scale-control technologies including, chemical products such as scale inhibitors and scale dissolvers.
  
• Develop and optimize scale chemical-treatment programs, and assist field trials of new scale control technologies.
  
• Provide cost-effective solutions to challenging scale issues for upstream and downstream operations.
  
• Identify technical gaps and initiate scale management R&D projects, and lead scale-related research and collaboration activities.
  
• Mentor junior engineers and scientists by setting specific goals and providing hands-on instruction.
  
• Issue patents and publications in peer-reviewed journals and primary international conferences.
  
• Organize and deliver workshops and seminars.
  

Requirements

• Master s degree in Chemistry, Chemical or other related Engineering discipline, a PhD degree is preferred.
  
• At least five years of industrial experience in production chemistry, with an emphasis on oilfield scale reduction/mitigation, and strong laboratory skills.
  
• Proven track record of research and technology development and deployment related to oilfield scale reduction.
  
• Demonstrated scientific/technical authority and broad technical recognition is preferred, preferably including serving on editorial boards of international journals and technical committees of industrial conferences and associations related to oilfield scale management.
  
• Strong record of publication and patents.
  
• Proven track record in conducting advanced technical projects, with the ability to connect technology, R&D, and operational excellence.
  
• Excellent communication skills, and experience successfully developing trusting relationships with field engineers and other collaborators.
  

Benefits