Our
Story
We believe in being transparent,
team-oriented and solution driven.
We believe in being transparent,
team-oriented and solution driven.
To disrupt the power section market by introducing a new force to the industry and combining world class technology with industry-changing customer service.
To provide industry leading power section technology that enables our clients to stay on bottom and reach TD efficiently while empowering our employees to succeed by creating a family centric work environment built on integrity
Viking was founded in April of 2021 by a group of like-minded individuals with a passion for designing and manufacturing high- quality products and delivering unbeatable customer service. From our inception, we have been committed to a family-first philosophy which means treating our employees and our customers as such.
Nick has been in the industry in various capacities for the last 13+ years. He started his career with Pathfinder Energy Services in 2008 in Lafayette, LA making his way to Midland he became the District Manager for Mud Motors. After 4 years in Midland he and his young family moved to Colorado where he became a Regional Manager for the motor group. He developed into the NAL R&M Manager role for Pathfinder Schlumberger before he parted ways to begin his sales career. Having various opportunities in sales Nick has worked in directional drilling for QES and LEAM as well as selling power sections for Dyna Drill.
Blair has been in the industry for over 20 years, primarily with the manufacture, design, and application of power section technology. Blair began his power section career with Monoflo and then moved through the ranks of National Oilwell Varco before joining operations group such as Scientific Drilling and LEAM.
Blair enjoys life in Houston with his wife and daughter and continues to stay active as coach for youth soccer teams.
Robin is an educated Quality Professional with over 30 years of experience in API Q1, ISO 9001, Manufacturing, and Quality Management Systems. He specializes in the administration of the corporate QHSE program and is responsible for educating our teams in using the Quality and Safety systems. Robin is a powerful force in the workplace and uses his positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage others to use these systems to prevent injuries and drive the manufacturing product quality above our customer expectations.
Robin likes to ride his motorcycle, fishing, working his hobby farm and enjoying quiet times with his wife.
28 years of experience in the Downhole Directional Drilling business from design, engineering, manufacturing and operations. Machinist by trade , Tippy worked his way up through hard work and dedication to the industry. Most of his career was spent building a thriving independent manufacturing facility in Conroe, TX where he served as President/CEO for over 20 years. Tippy is driven by challenges and the desire to outperform the competition. Among Tippy’s strengths is the ability to be a hands on Leader and being able to connect with people around him- be it customers, employees or supporting personnel. With 20 plus years of demonstrated effectiveness Tippy combines his ability to teach, lead and learn to the helm of Viking Power Technologies. Along with his team he aims to take Viking to the top of the power section industry.
Jorge has been in the power section industry for the past 8 years. While working for Roper Pumps Jorge was able to learn the various processes involved in stator manufacturing. Jorge started from the shop floor and was able to move through the ranks until eventually becoming Production Manager.
He enjoys spending free time with his family, watching sports, cooking BBQ and wrenching on anything with 4 wheels.
Blake has been in the oil and gas industry for 12 years, starting his career with Caprock Oil Tools selling bits. He then furthered his sales career going to work for Bico Drilling Tools selling mud motors. From there he began his transition into the coil tubing market where he took on the role of the U.S. Operations Manager for CT Energy Services for their Coil and Drilling Agitation tool. Blake lives in Stanton with his wife and 4 kids, in their spare time enjoy roping and riding as well as hunting and traveling.
Iain began his career working on Power Sections in 1990 in Manchester, UK with Mono Pumps. He moved with his family to Houston in 1999 becoming the Operations Manager for Monoflo and over subsequent years moved to Robbins & Myers working as Director of Engineering. In 2013 Iain joined Roper and was responsible for setting up the reline facility that has now become home for Viking. Iain excels at problem solving and is motivated by streamlining engineering processes to ensure nimble and agile response to customer requirements.
Iain enjoys spending time with his family, watching sports and is a keen golfer.