$150K - 250K a year
Lead research and development of well operations digital solutions, manage product lifecycle and teams, engage clients, and represent the company in industry forums.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, deep experience in drilling and well operations projects, hands-on well integrity software experience, leadership in client-facing roles, strategic mindset, and willingness to travel.
Technology + Innovation + Leadership = Growth. Director – Petroleum Engineering / Well Operations Solution Development Full Time, Staff role Based in Houston, Texas PLEASE NOTE – this role is being managed on an exclusive, managed basis. Speculative CV’s sent by Agencies or received from any other source will be disregarded. Our client, IPT Global, is a Houston-based technology company at the forefront of Well Assurance Software and Services. In line with ambitious plans for expansion, they are now hiring a Director – Petroleum Engineering / Well Operations Solution Development to lead the research and development of their innovative, award-winning digital solutions. This key leadership role is based at their headquarters in Houston, Texas. Your well engineering and operations expertise will guide the design and delivery of next-generation digital tools that operators rely on for safe and efficient wells. The successful candidate will continue to build and mentor a high-performing product and research team through the full product lifecycle; from concept to launch and beyond. This exciting new role provides the opportunity to help drive innovation, influence the future of well integrity software to for safer, smarter solutions for the energy industry. Why work with IPT Global? They: • Are trusted by global operators to deliver safer, smarter well operations. • Develop and deploy innovative software solutions backed by technical excellence • Operate with a culture of collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement • Are committed to agile innovation, and high-performance teamwork Key Responsibilities; • Define and execute the long-term research and product development vision, aligned with IPT Global strategic goals • Build and manage a multi-disciplinary team of product managers and researchers • Oversee the full product lifecycle, improving usability, adding value and ensuring effective adoption across a range of clients in the global oil industry • Guide development of ML / AI enhanced analytics and emerging technology integrations • Engage directly with clients to understand current needs and validate new solutions • Represent IPT Global at industry groups, regulatory forums, and conferences • Drive continuous improvement in quality, performance and team effectiveness • Collaborate across engineering, operations, sales and marketing functions Ideal candidate will have; • BSc Degree in Engineering (or equivalent) • Proven / in depth experience of Drilling, Completions, Intervention, and P&A Projects. • Hands-on experience of Well Integrity software (SureTec, SureView, or similar) • Demonstrable leadership skills in a client-facing, operational, or business development type role • A strategic, business focused mindset • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills • Willingness and flexibility to travel domestically / internationally if required What’s on offer • A high-impact leadership role with significant scope for future growth • Autonomy and influence in solution development strategy and operational delivery • The opportunity to represent a respected, forward-thinking brand in a market primed for transformation • A supportive, global team with a shared vision for innovation and excellence For more details about the company visit www.iptglobal.com Ready to shape the future of IPT Well Assurance Technology? To apply: Send an up-to-date CV to; Campbell Urquhart Managing Director campbell@whitecubeconsulting.com 01224 431524 | 07932 711643
This job posting was last updated on 10/2/2025