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Job Title: Testing Data Acquisition Engineer (Surface
Well Testing – Exploration)
Location: Onshore, Kuwait
Duration: Minimum 3 months (with possible extension)
Company: Major Oil & Gas Service Company
Start Date: ASAP
Position Summary
We are seeking three (3) experienced Testing Data
Acquisition Engineers to join our onshore exploration project team in
Kuwait. The selected candidates will be responsible for operating and
maintaining surface well testing (SWT) data acquisition systems, ensuring
high-quality data collection, system integrity, and safe operations during
exploration and flowback activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate
and monitor data acquisition systems for Surface Well Testing (SWT) during exploration and production testing. - Ensure
accurate real-time data recording, validation, and reporting of well
parameters (pressure, temperature, flow rates, density, etc.). - Configure,
calibrate, and maintain acquisition hardware and sensors (pressure
transducers, temperature sensors, flow meters, etc.). - Troubleshoot
system or sensor issues and implement corrective actions to minimize
downtime. - Work
closely with the Well Test Supervisor and client representatives to ensure
proper data delivery and operational efficiency. - Maintain
data integrity, prepare test reports, and back up all recorded information
in compliance with company standards. - Ensure
all operations are performed safely and in line with HSE policies and
procedures.
- Bachelor’s
degree or diploma in Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Electrical, or
Instrumentation) or equivalent technical field. - Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Surface Well Testing operations.
- Hands-on
experience with data acquisition systems and software (e.g.,
CERTIS, IRDV, or equivalent). - Strong
understanding of surface well testing equipment and field data validation. - Proven
ability to interpret well test data and troubleshoot acquisition system
issues. - Good
communication skills and ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary
teams.
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