Always curious to learn how mechanical devices worked, George E. King spent his childhood in Oklahoma taking apart and reassembling anything he could get his hands on. Coming from a long line of scientists and mechanics, King was inspired from a young age to go into a technical field. He earned his BA in chemistry with a minor in physics from Oklahoma State University, then went on to obtain a BS in chemical engineering and an MS in petroleum engineering from the University of Tulsa. He began his professional career with Amoco’s Tulsa Research Center in 1971. Throughout his 50+ year long career, King has proven to be a very hands-on kind of guy, always promoting the benefits of fieldwork and encouraging new engineers to focus less on the books and more on the world around them. His passion for engineering comes from his love of diving into complex and challenging problems deemed unsolvable by many. One of his greatest achievements was the innovative experiments he did with the Valhall oil field to increase production. Despite his great success, King remains humble and passionate about sharing his knowledge with others. He generously sends educational materials to educators around the country, free of charge, for the sole purpose of spreading knowledge and advancing the field of engineering. Learn more about the ways the oil industry has benefited from King’s involvement in his oral history.