Register Now for the Society Petroleum of Engineers SPE Gulf Coast Roughneck Camp 2026 – June 12, 2026 – Spring, TX
Join emerging professionals, industry leaders, and technical experts for Roughneck Camp 2026, hosted at the ExxonMobil Campus in Spring, Texas. Organized by the SPE International Gulf Coast Section Young Professionals, this full-day experience is designed to inspire the next generation of energy leaders through keynote presentations, technical discussions, career development sessions,
and networking opportunities.
From artificial intelligence and power infrastructure to geothermal energy, critical minerals, and workforce development, Roughneck Camp delivers valuable insight into the technologies, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of the energy industry.
Event Details
Date: Friday, June 12, 2026
Time: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: ExxonMobil Headquarters
22777 Springwoods Village Parkway
Spring, TX 77389
Important Security Notice:
Due to campus security requirements, all attendees must register using their full legal name exactly as it appears on their driver’s license or passport. Identification will be verified at the gate upon arrival.
Please note that walk-in registration will not be permitted due to ExxonMobil campus security policies.
Why Attend?
- Hear from industry leaders and executives shaping the future of energy
- Explore emerging technologies including AI, geothermal, and grid modernization
- Gain career insights directly from hiring managers and technical professionals
- Build connections with fellow young professionals and energy innovators
- Participate in networking sessions and a post-event happy hour
- Receive professional headshots and career development guidance
Agenda Highlights
Morning Sessions
- 7:00 AM – Registration, Breakfast & Professional Headshots
- 8:00 AM – Welcome Remarks & Safety Briefing
- 8:15 AM – Opening Keynote Address
- 9:00 AM – Artificial Intelligence in Energy
- 10:00 AM – Shaping the Workforce of Tomorrow
- 10:15 AM – Networking Break
- 10:30 AM – Power Generation and Infrastructure
- 11:15 AM – Building the Grid of the Future
Midday Sessions
- 12:00 PM – The Big Picture: What the Next Decade Means for Hydrocarbon Production
- 12:30 PM – Networking Lunch
- 1:00 PM – The Value of SPE
- 1:20 PM – A Vision for the Next Generation
- 1:45 PM – Beyond the Resume: What Hiring Leaders Actually Look For
Afternoon Sessions
- 2:05 PM – Geothermal Energy’s Emerging Role
- 2:45 PM – Networking Break
- 3:00 PM – Critical Minerals and the Energy Transition
- 3:45 PM – Industry Outlook & Strategic Career Perspectives
- 4:30 PM – Closing Remarks & Looking Ahead
- 5:00 PM – Happy Hour at Kirby Ice House
Who Should Attend?
Roughneck Camp is ideal for young professionals, recent graduates, engineers, technical specialists, and anyone looking to grow their career in the evolving energy industry. Whether you’re exploring new technologies, expanding your network, or seeking leadership insight, this event offers valuable perspectives from across the energy value chain.
Presented By
SPE International Gulf Coast Section Young Professionals
