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Drilling Engineer

Permian Resources

Midland, TX | Full Time

$100k-121k (estimate)

3 Months Ago

Drilling Engineer

Permian Resources Midland, TX

$100k-121k (estimate)

Full Time 3 Months Ago

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Permian Resources is Hiring a Drilling Engineer Near Midland, TX

Permian Resources (NYSE: PR) is currently seeking a Senior Drilling Engineer. Reporting to the Drilling Manager, this position will be responsible for planning, developing, and overseeing the drilling operations. The Senior Drilling Engineer will be involved in every aspect of well drilling, from the initial well design to testing, completion and abandonment.

General Responsibilities

Undertake engineering design and the planning of wells
Draw up drilling programs, taking account of geologic formations and formation pressures
Design mud program including estimation of chemicals needed for jobs
Develop scope of work for services and equipment tenders and evaluate and present bid offers
Prepare well data sheets
Obtain relevant data, carrying out engineering analysis on site, recommending necessary actions and writing up reports
Monitor the daily progress of well operations
Keep track of current daily costs, comparing actual costs with expenditure proposals and recommending cost-effective changes
Liaise with specialist contractors and suppliers
Liaise with regulatory authorities
Monitor safety and ensure the good maintenance of the well
Adhere to environmental protection standards
Contribute to conceptual field development design
Manage inventory of company's equipment on well sites.
Travel to company designated well sites to monitor and oversee drilling, testing and completions programs
Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering required.
Minimum 5 years of oil and gas experience, drilling engineer experience preferred.
Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment, as projects will require collaboration with various teams
Must be willing to travel to well locations to oversee operations