Drilling Engineer jobs in Texas

Drilling Engineer is responsible for the design and implementation of oil and gas wells. Performs design evaluations and recommends alterations to improve safety, costs, and efficiency. Being a Drilling Engineer may conduct risk assessment and cost estimation. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Additionally, Drilling Engineer is familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within a particular field. Typically reports to supervisor or manager. To be a Drilling Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Drilling Engineer
  • ADS SERVICES LLC
  • Midland, TX OTHER
  • Job Details

    Job Location:    Midland - Midland, TX
    Salary Range:    Undisclosed

    Description

    At ADS Services - Shield Pressure Controls has established a highly skilled team of pressure control professionals to deliver premium and innovative managed pressure drilling and well control solutions to the oil and gas industry.

    The Drilling Engineers will support all drilling operations for our customers. This position requires your involvement in the planning operations giving input for Managed Pressure Drilling technology applications in the drilling process. Support MPD operations both in the field and from the office. They must also be able to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including engineers, technicians, and clients.

    Training will be given in MPD engineering.

    Responsibilities:

    • Design both vertical and horizontal wells.
    • Monitor daily progress of drilling operations and provide technical support during operations. 
    • Provide technical support for different types of drilling wells, this includes both multilateral and extended reach horizontal oil and gas wells.
    • Excellent teamwork skills within integrated project teams to find the best solutions to drilling problems with a diverse and sometimes distant workforce (virtual teams).
    • Deliver technical assistance and advice to operating divisions on complex drilling operating problems.
    • Maintain continuous and timely communications with the key internal stakeholders.
    • Excellent communication skills and understanding of the latest industry technology.
    • Interact with the contractors, vendors, and employees on a professional level. Initiate the bridge building. A large part of the success of these projects relies on the positive active involvement from the field, which is a direct result of the relationships developed.
    • Perform other duties as assigned. 

    Qualifications:

    • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.
    • Engineering degree or other degree.
    • Proven increase in responsibility.
    • Drilling experience in multiple basins.
    • Basic computer skills required (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
    • Minimum of 3 years of drilling experience in various environments.
    • Oil and gas experience.

    Qualifications


    Essential Functions:

    • Design both vertical and horizontal wells.
    • Monitor daily progress of drilling operations.
    • Provide technical support for different types of drilling wells, this includes both multilateral and extended reach horizontal oil and gas wells.
    • Excellent teamwork skills within integrated project teams to find the best solutions to drilling problems with a diverse and sometimes distant workforce (virtual teams).
    • Deliver technical assistance and advice to operating divisions on complex drilling operatingproblems.
    • Excellent communication skills and understanding of the latest industry technology.
    • Perform other duties as required.

    Qualifications and Education Requirements

    • Engineering degree or other degree
    • Proven increase in responsibility
    • Drilling experience in multiple basins
    • 1 years of drilling experience in various environments
    • Oil and gas experience

    Preferred Skills

    • Prior experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, and Outlook)
    • Good work ethic, attendance, reliability and able to work under stress in a fast-paced environment
    • Analytical and problem-solving skills
    • Good oral and written communications, able to prepare reports and communicate with management
    • Broad knowledge of production planning processes

    Job Competencies

    • Good analytical skills
    • Problem solving skills
    • Excellent oral and written communication
    • Work with team and independently
  • 16 Days Ago

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Drilling Engineer Analyst
  • Chord Energy
  • Houston, TX FULL_TIME
  • Drilling Engineer AnalystJobSummary:Provide well planning expertise to support Drilling Engineering, Regulatory, GIS and the Business Unit. Plan future development wells with Compass in compliance wit...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Sr. Drilling Engineer
  • Chord Energy
  • Houston, TX FULL_TIME
  • Location: Houston, TexasJobSummary:The Senior Drilling Engineer will be responsiblefor the assignments related to theengineering and planning of drilling operations. Collaboration with other disciplin...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Senior Mechanical Engineer (Drilling)
  • Cnpc Usa Corporation
  • Houston, TX FULL_TIME
  • Company Profile: CNPC USA is a subsidiary of China National Petroleum Company, and serves as the North American headquarters. Our goal is to provide innovation, research and development of new technol...
  • 26 Days Ago

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Drilling Engineer III
  • CIVITAS RESOURCES INC
  • The Woodlands, TX FULL_TIME
  • Summary of Position:The Drilling Engineer III reports directly to the Drilling Manager, and is expected to work closely with the Drilling Superintendents, Drilling Engineering Team, and the Drilling W...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Software Engineer
  • Epiroc Drilling Solutions, LLC
  • Garland, TX FULL_TIME
  • The software tester has direct access to the machines and how they are controlled. They help ensure customers receive quality software that will keep Epiroc First in Choice. The Role: Support RCS (Rig...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Income Estimation for Drilling Engineer jobs
$100,032 to $127,720

Drilling Engineer in Lake Charles, LA
The role involves administering drilling and service contracts, engineering designs and supervising the drilling crew on site.
January 22, 2020
Provides the engineering plans required to drill oil or gas at a reservoir; develops plans for cost effective and safe drilling.
December 30, 2019
Drilling Engineer in Brockton, MA
Provide support in planning, design, and execution of critical Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) jobs globally.
December 11, 2019
Drilling Engineer in Columbus, MS
Swisslinx Middle East is working with an international Operator who are looking to introduce a Senior Mud Engineer on a 1 year consultancy contract.
December 23, 2019