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What they do
A Petroleum Engineer designs and develops methods for extracting oil and gas from beneath the surface of the earth. Determines the best process of extracting a deposit of gas or oil, designs drilling equipment, and develops and improves methods of extraction.
$135,018 / year median in Ohio
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Entry level position for degreed Petroleum, Mechanical or Chemical Engineer. New graduates enter a rotational program designed to develop well-rounded engineers. Engineers gain experience in Drilling, Completion, Production and Reservoir Engineering. This position provides on-the-job training, supplemented by relevant industry schools and required in-house safety and information systems training. Must have degree in Petroleum, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering. EOG Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Disabled.