In the Field with Greg Zofchak

The CNX drilling engineer takes us inside a normal day on the job.

February 19, 2024

By CNX Human Resources Team

Our success would not be possible without the tireless work of our engineers. As we kick off National Engineer Week, it's a privilege to showcase one of our veteran drilling engineers – Greg Zofchak.

Greg is a born-and-raised Appalachian engineer working to safely provide reliable American energy. Meticulous planning and using data to drive decision making is how he contributes to the team of drilling engineers working across the region. On this episode of In the Field, Greg gives viewers insight on a day in the life of the engineers safely developing the Appalachian Basin’s abundant natural gas supply.

Drilling engineers are responsible for the planning of wells, working hand-in-hand with drilling superintendents to optimize the production of clean Appalachian natural gas. CNX is proud of its local workforce and the job opportunities created by the natural gas economy across southwestern Pennsylvania, and Greg exemplifies this culture that’s deeply rooted in Appalachia.

“It’s a good full-circle to be able to come back to this area and work in the oilfield…I guess it was the boom of the Marcellus that got me back,” Greg said.

After growing up in South Strabane Township, Washington County, Greg received his engineering degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute before starting his career drilling in Louisiana. Now living and working in his hometown, Greg feels it's his duty to protect the surrounding area while on the job.

“Living and working in your home area, your hometown - obviously you want to take care of it and do things that are right,” Greg underscored. “You have family and friends that are depending on you and you want to bring the best you can to this area.”