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Core Analysis Technical Director
Intertek is searching for an Core Analysis Technical Director to join our Exploration and Production team at our Westport office in Houston, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification) Services!
This position serves as the client-facing technical lead and internal technical expert for advanced rock property (RCA/SCAL) programs, petrophysics/core–log integration, and simulation-ready deliverables. This position is accountable for technical excellence and innovation across the full workflow: from sample preparation and test design, through instrument programming and automation, QA/QC controls, interpretation, uncertainty quantification, and reporting and client engagement.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
Serve as the technical director and client-facing authority for E&P rock properties programs spanning reservoir simulation (appraisal/development), CCUS, EOR, and formation evaluation deliverables.
Define fit-for-purpose test strategies: translate client objectives into experimental designs, acceptance criteria, QC plans, uncertainty requirements, and simulation-ready outputs.
Own end-to-end technical delivery and interpretation for SCAL/RCA programs, ensuring outputs are defensible, decision-ready, and aligned with reservoir and simulation objectives.
Deliver model-ready packages (Pc/kr tables, endpoints/conditioning rules, saturation-height functions, rock typing frameworks, calibrated transforms) with clear assumptions, traceability, and uncertainty bounds.
Establish and enforce QA/QC gates: calibration/verification, comparability checks, artifact detection, non-physical behaviour screening, and inter-run/inter-lab consistency controls.
Lead transformation of laboratory systems through instrument programming, DAQ integration, and workflow automation to materially improve throughput, reproducibility, and cost efficiency.
Develop and deploy AI/ML-enabled workflows that standardize QC, reduce manual interpretation effort, and scale delivery of consistent, high-quality results across projects.
Provide dotted-line technical oversight of lab staff and specialists: coaching, technical reviews, skills development, and escalation support; set technical standards and best practices.
Act as a technical partner to Business Development, enhancing proposal quality, supporting high-value pursuits, and strengthening long-term client relationships through technical credibility.
Drive continuous improvement via SOP updates, method development, and technology roadmaps that differentiate the lab in quality, speed, and technical defensibility.
Represent the lab externally through technical reviews, client workshops, and (as appropriate) publications/presentations aligned with confidentiality and business strategy.
To carry out the above responsibilities, and all others which may be assigned, in a manner demonstrating support for and adherence to the Company's Safety Policy and Procedures, Quality Policy and Procedures, Ethics Policy, Environmental Management System, Vision and strategy, and to exercise good judgment, commons sense, and diplomacy in so doing.
Perform other duties as required
ESSENTIAL RQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
15+ years (preferably 20+) experience in SCAL/RCA program design, execution oversight, and interpretation for E&P applications.
Degree in engineering, geology, chemistry, or related discipline OR equivalent expertise demonstrated through career impact.
Other essential requirement/qualification
Model Intertek's 10X Energies at all times within the workplace, practicing business the right way
Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties
- Must be customer focused and quality driven
- Ability to travel as business needs dictate
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Advanced degree in engineering, geology, chemistry, or related discipline OR equivalent expertise Preferred requirement.
20+ deep experience in SCAL/RCA program design, execution oversight, and interpretation for E&P applications
Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.
Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity
Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
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