About Us
Stronghold Investment Management (“Stronghold,” “SIM,” or “the Firm”) is a technology-driven, vertically integrated investment manager focused on real-assets and related private markets. Stronghold seeks to deliver best-in-class risk-adjusted returns through an investment framework that features comparatively rapid transaction velocity, deep technical expertise, creative financial structuring, and objective and algorithmic decision making.
Stronghold was founded by Ryan Turner in 2016 and today has over $1 billion in capital commitments across 10+ investment vehicles.
Ultimately, Stronghold intends to apply its technology-intensive investment approach to a variety of specialist real assets verticals, including:
- Oil & Gas
- Renewables
- Specialty Real Estate (commercial, datacenters, marinas)
- Telecommunications and Technology Infrastructure
- Billboards and Fixtures
- Mining & other commodities
- Utilities
- Secondaries
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and optimize oil and gas production processes to enhance efficiency and maximize production rates while ensuring operational safety and compliance with environmental regulations.
- Monitor and analyze production data to identify trends, diagnose issues, and recommend improvements or corrective actions.
- Monitor real-time data from various petroleum production systems and equipment, analyzing for performance, trends, and anomalies.
- Implement and manage real-time surveillance tools and systems to enhance production efficiency and safety.
- Troubleshoot tank battery and facility issues as they arise.
- Collaborate with geoscientists, reservoir engineers, and other professionals to develop integrated production solutions and optimize field development plans.
- Develop and implement artificial lift strategies to maximize hydrocarbon recovery from wells and formations.
- Develop workover procedures for troubleshooting production and injection wells.
- Conduct well testing and performance analysis to evaluate reservoir potential and production capacity.
- Develop and execute algorithms and models to predict equipment failures, optimize production, and reduce downtime.
- Provide technical support and guidance for the installation, calibration, and maintenance of real-time monitoring equipment.
- Conduct root cause analyses for any production issues identified through surveillance and recommend corrective actions or improvements.
- Maintain accurate well records including field inventories of assets in connection with wells.
- Prepare technical reports, production forecasts, and presentations for management and stakeholders.
- Monitor and report on lease operating expenses.
- Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in oil and gas production engineering.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in oil and gas production engineering or a related role.
- Proficient in production engineering software and tools.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make well-informed, timely decisions.
- Strong technical proficiency in real-time surveillance systems and data analysis tools.
- Advanced skills in data analytics, machine learning, or artificial intelligence as applied to production engineering.
- Familiarity with SCADA systems and other real-time monitoring tools.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of working effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices in oil and gas production.
- Commitment to safety, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement.
Preferred Skills/Experience:
- Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
- Experience with workovers, artificial lift technologies, production facilities, and production chemical best practices.
- Familiarity with reservoir engineering concepts and practices.
Working Conditions:
- Office setting with regular field visits, which may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, hazardous materials, and industrial environments.
- Availability for on-call duty, emergency response, and potential travel to field locations as required.
- On call during night shifts of CST time zone.
Why work with Stronghold?
At Stronghold, we strive to create a workplace that is not only rewarding but also satisfying. We believe our employees are the driving force behind our success, and we are committed to providing them with an environment where they can thrive and reach their full potential. When you choose to work with us, you'll be joining a team of highly talented professionals who are passionate about what they do and dedicated to bringing technology expertise to our domain. We value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, and we provide our employees with the resources and support they need to succeed. If you're looking for a challenging and fulfilling career, we invite you to apply.
Benefits
- Market-competitive compensation
- Fully paid benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
- Fully Funded HSA (with HDHP)
- 401k + Match
- Company sponsored LTD, STD, life insurance and AD&D
- Generous PTO policy
- 15 company recognized holidays
- Class A offices in prime locations
- Parental Leave
Equal Opportunity Employer
Stronghold Investment Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, where individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can thrive. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply and embrace the unique contributions they can bring to our organization.
