Location: Denver, Colorado or Casper, Wyoming
Reports to: Manager, Production Operations
Role: This position is responsible for maximizing the production and profitability operated producing oil and gas wells. The role will have a strong focus on production optimization, responsible LOE control, and managing company goals as it relates to their area of responsibility. The ideal candidate will have a strong EH&S focus, extensive artificial lift knowledge, functional knowledge of oil and gas facilities and strong commitment to continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
- Daily surveillance of operated oil and gas assets focused on analysis of well performance vs forecast
- Interact with and influence field production staff ensuring proper daily production data entry
- Indirect coaching and training of lease operators, artificial lift technicians and other field personnel
- Assist in asset management planning for assigned area of responsibility
- Workover planning, budgeting, design, cost tracking and execution requiring frequent communication with wellsite supervision
- Artificial lift design, optimization and troubleshooting including but not limited to gas lift, plunger assisted gas lift, plunger lift, jet pump, rod pump, and ESP
- Build nodal analysis models to evaluate gas lift performance and implement optimization opportunities
- Extensive knowledge of managing production chemical programs
- Actively engage in the design process of surface facilities and support field staff in troubleshooting issues as they arise
- Review and write technical reports for engineering and management personnel
- Provide accurate cost budgeting for proposed projects along with thorough economic analysis for justification
- Ability to carry multiple business improvement projects while maintaining excellence in day-to-day responsibilities
- Responsible for accurate tracking of capital and LOE expense
- Active understanding and participation in PSSRs, PHAs and HAZOP reviews of facilities
- Actively manage asset liabilities as well as plan and manage plug and abandonment activity
- Interface with regulatory group to ensure proper production reporting
- Interface with working interest partners, service companies, and regulatory agencies
- Mentorship of junior engineering staff when applicable
Education & Experience:
- 5-10 years of related industry experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Petroleum Engineering is required
- Experience in cross functional petroleum disciplines preferred
Skills:
- Fluency in written and spoken use of the English language is required
- Current and up to date software capability using office and collaborative applications is required
- Proficiency with data visualization tools to effectively organize and communicate trends and insights
- Demonstrated ability to create and work with AI tools focused on production uplift and enhanced field management
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills are required
- Ability to work alone under own initiative as well as in close collaboration with field production team and other engineering disciplines is required.
- Ability to perform analysis, interpretation and problem solving at all levels of complexity with varying volumes of data
- Ability to work in and travel to AEC asset areas; position will require approximately 25% of time in field
Why Join Anschutz Exploration?
At Anschutz Exploration, we’re driven by a shared commitment to company success over individual wins. We aim high, simplify where it counts, and focus on what matters — all while embracing transparency and continuous learning. If you’re someone who thrives in a collaborative, improvement-focused environment, we’d like to hear from you.
Benefits and Anticipated Compensation
This role is eligible for both short- and long-term incentive opportunities. AEC offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, employer paid life and disability insurance coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, and wellness support.
The starting rate for this position is expected to be between $160,000 to $190,000, based on experience, qualifications, and internal pay alignment. Final compensation may vary from this range depending on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s education, skills, prior experience, and evolving market conditions. This range represents Anschutz Exploration's good-faith estimate of the pay for this role at the time of posting.
Application Deadline
We anticipate starting to review applications after May 15, 2026 but applications will be accepted until finalists are identified.
Anschutz Exploration Corporation (AEC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
