Definition of Occupation

Determines and implements safe, profitable and environmentally acceptable methods of drilling and producing petroleum and natural gas. Appraises oil field properties, estimates potential yields, cost of drilling and production and simulates future oil field performance using computer modeling techniques. Designs and applies recovery processes and equipment to optimize oil and gas production. May supervise drilling or other operations in the field. Can specialize in drilling, completions, production operations, reservoir engineering and economic evaluations.