Petroleum Engineers

Create methods to improve oil and gas extraction and production.

Petroleum Engineers create methods to improve oil and natural gas extraction from the earth. They oversee drilling and offer technical advice.

Wages	$65.16 per hour on average
Outlook	Statewide data not available
Education & Training	Bachelor's degree is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Data not available
On the Job	Work Activities Research advanced engineering designs or applications. Determine operational methods. Analyze costs and benefits of proposed designs or projects. Analyze physical, survey, or geographic data. Interpret design or operational test results. Confer with other personnel to resolve design or operational problems. Monitor the productivity or efficiency of industrial operations. Prepare detailed work plans. Maintain operational records or records systems. Prepare technical reports for internal use.
Career Pathways	Engineering and Technology
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