Tess Ruppert
About Tess Ruppert
Tess Ruppert is the Central Maintenance Field Planner for the Midland Basin at Chevron, with over 7 years of experience in various engineering roles within the company.
Current Role at Chevron
Tess Ruppert is currently serving as the Central Maintenance Field Planner for the Midland Basin at Chevron. Based in Midland, Texas, Ruppert's role involves overseeing maintenance planning and operational logistics to ensure optimal field performance. She leverages her extensive experience in engineering and field operations to coordinate maintenance activities, ensuring safety and efficiency in oil and gas production.
Previous Experience at Chevron
Before her current role, Tess Ruppert has held multiple positions at Chevron. She worked as a Production Engineer for the Midland Basin from 2015 to 2016, based in San Ramon, California. Prior to that, she was a Reservoir Engineer for Marcellus Shale from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, Ruppert gained early experience as an Upstream Capability Reservoir Management Intern in Houston, Texas, in 2013. Her diverse roles have equipped her with a broad understanding of both upstream and operational aspects of the energy sector.
Educational Background
Tess Ruppert earned her Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Business Administration, and Bachelor of Science from The University of Texas at Austin, graduating in 2013. Her academic background provided a strong foundation in both business and technical disciplines, which has been instrumental in her multifaceted career in the energy industry.
Industry Internships
At the start of her career, Tess Ruppert completed internships with several major energy companies. In 2012, she served as an Artificial Lift Summer Intern at ConocoPhillips. Prior to that, she had short-term roles including an externship at Shell in 2011 and participated in Camp Bevo at Halliburton in 2010. These early experiences provided her with hands-on exposure to various aspects of the energy sector, helping to shape her professional journey.
Career Progression
Tess Ruppert has been with Chevron for over seven years, during which she has transitioned through several roles including Reservoir Engineer and Production Engineer before becoming a Central Maintenance Field Planner. Her career has spanned multiple geographic locations and significant oil and gas regions such as the Midland Basin and Marcellus Shale. Her journey from internships to a senior field planning role demonstrates a robust career growth trajectory in the energy industry.