Company & Culture
Ensign Natural Resources is a growth orientated independent E&P company scaling through strategic asset acquisitions and disciplined development. The company is entering its second iteration following the successful divestiture of its prior assets in late 2022. Ensign's operating philosophy centers on capital discipline, data-driven decision making, and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by a management team with over 20 years of experience in the acquisition, development, and exploration of unconventional resources.
At Ensign, attitudes and behaviors that support our culture matter. Employees are expected to foster a culture of personal responsibility, courage and good judgement while pursuing excellence in all efforts through passion, determination, and continuous improvement.
At Ensign, attitudes and behaviors that support our culture matter. Employees are expected to foster a culture of personal responsibility, courage and good judgement while pursuing excellence in all efforts through passion, determination, and continuous improvement.
Major Responsibilities
• Create, maintain, and develop QC processes, and update well files, cost trackers, and performance reports for drilling and completions operations
• Support Engineers with AFE and cost-tracking processes
• Interpret drilling data, identify trends, and support performance dashboards to optimize drilling efficiency
• Maintain and update well files, cost trackers, and performance reports for drilling and completions operations
• Well creation, and daily tracking of drilling, completions, and workover activity through reports (DDR, DCR) and update key databases (e.g., WellView, OpenWells)
• Coordinate the collection and verification of field data, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Support Engineers and Management with well information for future operations, formal presentations, and internal reporting
• Assist with contractor and vendor documentation, invoice coding, and cost reconciliation
• Support regulatory and compliance documentation, ensuring that all operational records meet internal and external requirements
• Assist with rig scheduling, logistics coordination, and field communications
• Compile necessary reports and presentations in collaboration with engineers
• Add new well data to Ensign databases
Education, Experience & Skills
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in petroleum technology, engineering, or operations
• 3+ years of relevant experience supporting drilling or completions teams in an E&P environment.
• Previous experience with unconventional resource play, preferably Eagle Ford, although other basins will be considered
• Strong proficiency with Excel, PowerBi/Spotfire, data entry systems, and drilling/completions software (e.g., WellView, OpenWells, ARIES, or similar)
• Understanding of drilling and completions terminology, well schematics, and field operations
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic, fast-moving environment
• Prior experience in a private-equity-backed or growth-stage E&P company, a plus
Required Competencies
• A hands-on individual who can also see the big picture and translate into action
• The energy and ability to work collaboratively across the entire organization
• Confidence to challenge norms and openly share thoughts and data across the entire organization
• Excellent analytical, strategic, business judgment, and problem-solving skills
• An entrepreneurial mindset with a strong track record of agility and flexibility to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Track record of successful outcomes with a commitment to team success
• Strong interpersonal skills coupled with excellent verbal and written communication
• Systems aptitude and process orientation with ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
• Driven individual with a focus on continuous improvement
• Strong work ethic and high level of personal integrity
Physical Requirements
We Offer
Ensign offers competitive salary, cash bonus and equity plans. The Company also offers a comprehensive benefit package, paid vacation, sick time, and much more.