Edward M. Hixson

**** ***** ***** **, *******, Texas 77095

Cell: 713-***-**** - ac2nsn@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

I have over 20 years experience in the upstream oil and gas industry. I am a results oriented engineer, who has a wide range of capabilities that range from leading engineers to creative design work using 3D CAD software. I am searching for a position that I can use my experience and capabilities to diligently contribute to the success of the company. Experience

Independent Consultant Engineer (Contract)

Aug. 2016 to May 2017

Flotek Industries - Boyd, Texas

Artificial Lift – Hydraulic Pumpings Units. Helped client to overcome several technical difficulties with their design such as dynamic seals that were failing, units over-heating. Successfully solved these problems and others.

Greatly increased the quality of work that was being produced, therefore reducing scrap costs, scheduling delays, etc.

Devised a new tooling technique for manufacturing structural members using laser technology. The costs of this technique came in far less than anticipated by the client, and was proven to be very effective. Sr. Engineer

June 2014 to September 2015

Aker Solutions - Houston, Texas

Designed tooling that would be used as a long term solution for locking open a production valve that had lost hydraulic communication.

Successfully resolved multiple problems and implemented solutions for a BP connector design that had been troublesome for years.

Worked on multiple other projects providing support for user documentation such as assembly instructions, factory acceptance test instructions; with favorable results and in a timely manner. Sr. Subsea Engineer III

April 2013 to June 2014

UNIVERSALPEGASUS INTERNATIONAL INC - Houston, Texas

Responsible for developing deepwater FEED studies that incorporated pipeline routing and FPSO design.

Assisted with managing subcontractors, reviewing specifications, and recommending exceptions to specifications, as well as some interface management.

Witnessed FAT pressure tests, assisted the subcontractors engineering department to solve problems related to disassembly of their equipment, insured that the procedures were followed correctly and Thoroughly and insured that all work was performed safely. Sr. Engineering Specialist III

October 2011 to April 2013

INTECSEA - Houston, TX

Created a comprehensive System Integration Testing Philosophy and Scope document for the Chevron Rosebank FEED study.

Directed the design of a Production Template System for Shtokman phase 2 and 3 FEED study.

Assisted various clients while specifying subsea equipment for a field development project, and created several documents for their Pre-FEED study.

Principal Engineer

June 2008 to October 2011

CAMERON INTERNATIONAL - Houston, TX

Managed a team of 8 engineers and designers in the aftermarket product group.

Provided many solutions to problems encountered in the field requiring quick and decisive actions.

Served as a primary resource in several new designs in the subsea rental tooling.

Mentored new hire engineers, enabling a smooth transition out of school. Project Engineer

July 2006 to June 2008

POWER WELL SERVICES (later aquired by Expro International) - Houston, TX

Designed drilling manifold systems.

Designed HPU (hydraulic power units) for drilling manifold systems. Project Engineer

November 2004 to July 2006

KVAERNER OILFIELD PRODUCTS - Houston, TX

Responsible for the design content of pressure bearing components of subsea trees.

Worked closely with designers to produce designs that meet customer requirements.

Responsible for creating and documenting stress calculations for specified components of the subsea trees. Lead Project Engineer

April 2003 to November 2004

EXPRO International - Houston, TX

Supervised a team of designers to perform new product development and sustaining activities.

Coordinated with service personnel to trouble shoot and correct down-hole DST (Drill Stem Test Tools) failures. Project Engineer

August 2001 to April 2003

FMC TECHNOLOGIES - Houston, Texas

Designated as Lead Tree Engineer on one of FMC's first 15K Enhanced Vertical Trees.

Designed and developed major components of the tree such as the main tree block and valve wing blocks.

Created the required fixtures and tooling for manufacturing the tree components. Design Engineer

May 2000 to August 2001

DRIL-QUIP INC - Houston, Texas

Responsible for design, analysis, and testing of liner hanger systems.

Conducted tests that included erosion testing, functional testing, and tension/compression load testing. Project Engineer

June 1998 to May 2000

WEATHERFORD INTERNATIONAL - Houston, TX

Developed 3 sizes of mechanical cement port collars using ProE/Creo parametric software.

Performed sustaining activities for packers and liner hanger systems as well as some new product development. Design Engineer

September 1995 to June 1998

HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES - Dallas, TX

Upgraded 3 sizes of SCSSV’s to improve operation characteristics, and exceeded expectations.

Designed and developed a 41/2" tubing retrievable safety valve using ProE/Creo parametric software. Sr. Design Engineer

January 1991 to June 1995

BAKER OIL TOOLS - Broken Arrow, OK

Designed and developed several high pressure (10 kpsi) SCSSV’s.

Designed and developed a 41/2" tubing retrievable safety valve that incorporates metal-to-metal seals and a contoured flapper as the closure mechanism.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

University of Oklahoma - Norman, OK

Computer Skills

3D modeling that includes Pro/Engineer/Creo Parametric, Solid Works, and Inventor.

2D: AutoCad, Microstation. MathCad

Microsoft Word and Excel

SAP, JD Edwards

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