Business Details
36 Years
experience
Oil & Gas Engineering and Operations Services
Hadaway Consulting & Engineering serves as a dedicated operations partner for small independent oil and gas companies, leveraging decades of collective industry expertise to streamline project execution. Our team of seasoned professionals brings extensive experience across all phases of well lifecycle management, from initial planning to production optimization, ensuring clients avoid common operational pitfalls. With a focus on horizontal and directional drilling, fracture stimulation, and regulatory compliance, we provide tailored engineering solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Our strategic approach to rig and frack scheduling allows small operators to achieve production goals economically through shared resources and proven methodologies. Backed by over 150 combined years of industry experience, we deploy field-tested consultants to ensure safe, reliable execution of drilling, completions, and workover operations across multiple basins.Our technical staff includes licensed engineers with specialized knowledge in complex drilling environments, high-pressure completions, and advanced production techniques. By maintaining long-term partnerships with high-quality service providers, we deliver consistent, high-performance results for clients ranging from individual mineral owners to mid-sized E&P companies. Our track record includes pioneering projects such as the first 50,000 bpd Ellenberger SWD wells in West Texas and geological mapping initiatives for the Texas Railroad Commission. Through continuous operational innovation and client-focused service, we remain committed to advancing industry standards while maintaining transparency and accountability in all our engagements.
Services
Horizontal Drilling
Fracture Stimulation
Disposal Well Drilling
Production Optimization
Regulatory Compliance
Workover Operations
Gathering Systems
Reservoir Evaluation
Directional Drilling
Well Plugging
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have 150+ combined years of oil & gas industry experience across multiple basins
- Our team manages 4-5 drilling rigs with proven contract wellsite consultants
- We implement patented drilling techniques for complex geological formations
- Our engineers hold Texas Professional Engineering licenses with specialized expertise
- We provide regulatory compliance solutions developed through Texas Railroad Commission collaboration
Services
Horizontal Drilling
Our horizontal drilling services combine advanced geosteering techniques with extensive field experience to maximize reservoir contact. We specialize in complex formations like the Barnett Shale and Granite Wash, utilizing real-time data analysis to optimize well placement. With over 1,500 horizontal wells drilled, our team delivers precision engineering solutions that enhance production efficiency while minimizing operational risks.
Fracture Stimulation
We provide comprehensive fracture stimulation design and supervision for unconventional reservoirs. Our multistage fracking solutions incorporate advanced fluid mechanics and proppant selection to enhance hydrocarbon recovery. With tens of thousands of lateral stages completed, we optimize fracturing parameters using field-proven methodologies that balance production gains with cost efficiency for both conventional and complex well architectures.
Production Optimization
Our production optimization services focus on maximizing asset value through data-driven decision making. We conduct detailed production evaluations and implement artificial lift solutions tailored to specific reservoir characteristics. By integrating real-time monitoring with economic analysis, we develop customized strategies to enhance recovery rates while maintaining regulatory compliance across diverse operational environments.
Regulatory Compliance
We manage all aspects of regulatory compliance for oil and gas operations, including permit acquisition and documentation preparation. Our team maintains current knowledge of state and federal requirements to ensure timely approvals. Through established relationships with agencies like the Texas Railroad Commission, we streamline regulatory processes while maintaining strict adherence to environmental and safety standards.
Workover Operations
Our workover services address well performance issues through specialized recompletion and maintenance solutions. We design and implement fishing operations, sidetracking, and wellbore cleanup procedures using advanced engineering analysis. With extensive experience in high-pressure environments up to 12,500 psig, we restore well productivity while maintaining operational safety and economic viability for mature assets.
People
Allen Hadaway
Founder
Petroleum Engineer with 40+ years of industry experience, specializing in horizontal drilling. Graduated from University of Oklahoma in 1982, established Hadaway Engineering in 1990, and pioneered drilling techniques in multiple geological formations across the mid-continent region.
Jonathan Frederick
President & Managing Partner
Mechanical Engineer with 20+ years in oilfield services. Joined Hadaway in 2011, expanding service offerings through strategic leadership. Former Schlumberger engineer with expertise in horizontal drilling and stuck pipe prevention, licensed Professional Engineer in Texas.
Neal Earle
Vice President
Mechanical Engineer from West Texas A&M University (2006). Partner since 2015 with specialized training in non-Newtonian fluid mechanics and fracture stimulation. Former BJ Services engineer with expertise in cementing design and extended reach drilling operations.
Jay Parnell
Operations Engineer
Petroleum Engineer from Texas Tech University with 17 years at Chevron. Expert in heavy oil operations and complex well interventions. Subject Matter Expert in CHCD and NCD drilling techniques, bringing international experience from Kazakhstan and Angola operations.
Questions
What oil and gas services does Hadaway Consulting offer?
We provide drilling, completions, production optimization, workovers, disposal wells, gathering systems, regulatory compliance, and reservoir evaluation services for oil and gas operators.
How experienced is your engineering team?
Our team has 150+ combined years of industry experience, including specialized expertise in horizontal drilling, fracture stimulation, and high-pressure well completions across multiple geological formations.
Do you work with small independent operators?
Yes, we specialize in supporting small to mid-sized E&P companies by providing cost-effective operational solutions and shared resource scheduling for drilling and completion activities.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate primarily in the Midwest and West Texas regions, with project experience across North America including complex drilling environments in various geological basins.
Are your engineers licensed professionals?
Yes, our team includes Texas licensed Professional Engineers with extensive field experience in drilling, completions, and production operations across diverse operational environments.
