ChampionX · 14 hours ago
Sr. Technical Project Manager
Sugar Land, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expChampionX, now part of SLB, is a global technology company focused on energy innovation. They are seeking a Sr. Technical Project Manager to lead complex oilfield chemistry projects, ensuring alignment with industry standards and driving continuous improvement in processes and safety culture.
ChemicalChemical EngineeringManufacturingOil and GasSupply Chain Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support oilfield chemistry commercialization and deployment efforts, including field trials; generate high-quality call reports and data capture that inform business decisions
Plan, lead, and execute complex oilfield chemistry technical projects—from scoping and charter through implementation, handover, and lessons learned—owning schedule, risk, and stakeholder communications
Review technical recommendations, third party and internal, and ensure alignment with industry norms and best practices (chemistry applicability, dosage levels, and application methodology)
Develop and deploy best practices and standard work for products, programs, and applications within assigned industry segments; create technical audit templates and best-practice documentation
Engage in problem solving by performing system analysis, interpreting data, and providing written recommendations to optimize customer operations
Participate in industry events and technical trade associations (e.g., AMPP, SPE, etc.), including presenting papers and contributing to technical committees
Identify account opportunities and coordinate with Key Account Managers and Sales Management; provide support in customer 'Must Keep' situations
Lead cross-functional collaboration with Sales, District Managers, Regional Sales Managers, Industry Marketers, Technical Services, Executive Accounts and customers to support execution of technical projects
Work with field organization to quantify the financial impact of company programs/applications/systems and document specifications for effective solutions
Provide technical leadership and mentorship—train and coach salesforce and junior technical personnel; raise technical competency across the team
Monitor group processes and results to identify quality and efficiency targets; establish measures to track quality and drive continuous improvement
Create cost–benefit analyses and project/process plans; anticipate obstacles and develop contingency plans to meet objectives
Perform onsite audit support, which may include offshore travel, for pre-bid technical qualification, including laboratory testing, qualification, and process-flow documentation
Support projects throughout project life cycle from Pre-FEED through start – up (First Oil)
Ensure a safe work environment, promote a safety culture, and actively work to achieve Goal Zero
Qualification
Required
BS in Chemistry Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Chemistry or related science degree
10 years of industry experience in oilfield/production chemicals
3 years of work experience in a field support or senior sales position
Demonstrated experience leading multi-site or complex technical projects with cross-functional stakeholders across a variety of application types, chemistries, and customers
Effective time management and ability to multi-task across concurrent projects
Experience in technical service and/or sales with proficiency in troubleshooting, product selection, application, and optimization
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey and transfer technical knowledge effectively to diverse audiences
Experience across multiple sites and broad, diverse situations; resilience and agility in team-selling and cross-functional execution
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
No immigration sponsorship offered
Able to pass a company physical
Able to bend, squat down, and reach above your head
Ability to climb stairs and ladders
May be required to Lift/Push/Pull/Carry up to 55 pounds chest high
Role is deemed safety-sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing
Preferred
11+ years of industry experience in oilfield/production chemicals
4+ years of work experience in an offshore field support role
Advanced flow modeling software such as ScaleSoft Pitzer, OLI ScaleChem, PVTsim, OLGA, PipeSim, Multi-Corr or related software
Application experience across water treatment, petrochemical, and oilfield chemicals
Advanced interpersonal skills with demonstrated success in coaching and mentoring
Advanced problem-solving skills and systematic approach to root-cause analysis; ability to anticipate problems and develop contingency plans
Familiarity with GTR (RD&E Project Request system) or similar systems and tools used for technical documentation and reporting
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching and more!
Company
ChampionX
ChampionX engages in chemistry services, artificial lift solutions, automation and optimization equipment, and drilling technology.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-04-02Acquired
Leadership Team
Sivasankaran Somasundaram
President & CEO
Recent News
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