Norm Schwalm is a Senior Production Engineer at Phoenix Operating, bringing 8 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines and has worked across the Piceance Basin, Permian Basin, and primarily in the Bakken.

Norm specializes in production optimization, data analytics, and artificial lift system design. Among his professional accomplishments, he led a multivariant analysis on stick pipe cleanouts that resulted in updated procedural standards—saving an estimated 15-20% in workover costs and reducing failure frequency due to sand-related issues.

Originally from Wolverine, MI, Norm now lives in Parker, CO with his wife and two boys. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, hunting, and BBQing. Passionate about problem-solving and team performance, Norm aims to contribute his expertise to optimize production, reduce costs, and support efficient, data-driven operations across the company.