INTRODUCTION
Job Title: Subsea Completions Engineer
Name: Lisa Wishart
Company Overview: Lisa Wishart is a Subsea Completions Engineer at Husky Energy, where she embraces the dynamic challenges of the offshore oil and gas industry. She describes her career as "always challenging me and continues to push me further," emphasizing the sense of accomplishment she feels at the end of each day.
Job Overview
Lisa typically works 40 hours a week in an office environment, although overtime can be necessary to meet project deadlines. Every few weeks, she travels to an offshore drilling rig, where she works 12-hour shifts for up to three weeks at a time. The offshore experience provides her with valuable hands-on knowledge that enhances her professional development.
Career Path
Lisa holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Memorial University and a Master of Science in Drilling & Well Engineering from Robert Gordon University through distance education. Her high school courses in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Design and Technology laid the groundwork for her engineering studies. Additionally, her involvement in athletics and team-oriented activities taught her the importance of collaboration, a critical skill in her current role.
Day in the Life
Lisa Wishart’s workday typically involves a mix of office-based planning and offshore fieldwork. In the office, she works a standard 40-hour week, focusing on subsea well completion design and coordination. Every few weeks, she travels offshore for up to three weeks at a time, working 12-hour shifts. These rotations provide valuable hands-on experience and deepen her understanding of field operations. Whether onshore or offshore, Lisa is constantly solving technical challenges and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Skills and Tools
Technical Skills: Well completion design, performance modeling, cost estimation, and regulatory compliance.
Soft Skills: Problem-solving, effective communication, teamwork, and adaptability.
Tools Used: Engineering design software, project management systems, and safety compliance tools.