Description

Job Summary

Core Natural Resources is seeking a Well Plugging Project Engineer to assist the Well Plugging Manager with all duties necessary to plug and abandon oil and gas wells. This role supports the planning, coordination, and execution of well plugging activities in support of mining operations, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory requirements, company standards, and environmental best practices.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Accept, embrace, and promote the following Core Values of Core Natural Resources: Safety, Sustainability & Continuous Improvement
• the Well Plugging Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing oil and gas well plugging and abandonment operations
• Manage day-to-day activities for assigned well plugging projects, from pre-plug evaluation through completion
• Manage and coordinate well searching crews, including scheduling, field oversight, and verification of identified well locations
• Ensure well plugging operation activities are conducted safely, accurately, and in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements
• Work with engineering, environmental, land, and regulatory teams to ensure project readiness and compliance
• Coordinate and oversee contractors and service providers to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant field execution
• Review well records, plugging procedures, and technical documentation to support project planning and execution
• Monitor field operations to ensure adherence to Core's safety standards, regulatory requirements, and environmental best practices
• Track project schedules, costs, and performance metrics; identify and communicate risks or issues
• Assist with regulatory permitting, documentation, and reporting associated with well plugging activities
• Support post-plug site restoration and final regulatory closeout activities
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost efficiency, and schedule optimization within plugging operations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, Construction Management, or a related field or equivalent relevant experience
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and workstreams simultaneously
• Ability to work effectively in both office and field environments and travel to field locations as required
• Strong communication skills, including coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coordinating contractors, service providers, and field operations

• Experience in oil and gas operations, well plugging and abandonment, or related field activities
• Working knowledge of well construction, plugging procedures, and environmental compliance
• Familiarity with state and federal regulatory requirements and permit applications related to oil and gas well plugging