Sr. Drilling Engineer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

General description of main/primary duties and responsibilities of the job, aptitude, level of complexity, span of control, autonomy, decision making and judgement. It is central and necessary to the satisfactory performance of the job. Includes the following and other duties as assigned.

Under limited guidance this position will:

• Support the safe planning of the drilling phase of oil and gas wells through participating in risk assessments and implementing key outcomes into the drilling procedure including the review of bottom hole assembly (BHA) design and optimization.
• Review well drilling techniques and procedures to ensure they demonstrate the Company's commitment to a safe work environment.
• Ensure drilling programs, program amendments, and all supporting information including directional plans and permits, are prepared and delivered on time for rigs under their leadership.
• Support less experienced engineers by answering their questions, giving additional support during trouble events on their rigs, and providing detailed coaching.
• Work cooperatively with various resource teams including Geology, Regulatory, Construction, Completions, Production, Procurement, Midstream, and service companies.
• Review progress of daily reports and identify potential concerns and optimizations. Interact with engineers and operations team to avoid problems and achieve optimal results.
• Review planned costs and analyze actual costs for drilling activities. Lead request for bids from vendors for services and equipment and ensure proper analysis is complete prior to recommending vendor for award.
• Perform post drilling analyses and identify processes for improvement, identify deficiencies and discrepancies in design and processes, and implement process improvement plans.
• Partner with Drilling Superintendents and Director Drilling to monitor drilling operations and perform contractor safety, quality assurance, and quality control reviews on site.
• Be available and involved to resolve trouble or issues on the rigs and to support operations, conduct root cause analysis failures to optimize operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience, Licensure (minimum level required)

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• At least seven (7) years of experience across Drilling Operations and/or Drilling Engineering.
• International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) or International Well Control Forum (IWCF) Supervisory level Well Control certification or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Successfully drilled in at least one (1) unconventional basin.

CORE COMPETENCIES

List and describe the required factors (i.e. knowledge, skills, abilities, software programs, equipment, competencies), that make it important or needed for this role. Indicate the level of proficiency/expertise for each when possible.

• Competent understanding of directional drilling principles and directional well planning.
• Strong, demonstrated abilities in overall well optimization and continuous improvement.
• Understanding of cement properties, cementing procedures, drilling fluids and application.
• Ability to make timely decision, troubleshoot well issues, and find real time solutions.
• Proficient at Landmark or other well engineering software design packages.
• Knowledge of drilling rigs and equipment capacities and the ability to properly select the right tools for the job.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

SAFETY SENSITIVE RELATED

If applicable. For designation above and field related positions.

• Ability to safely operate vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Able to recognize and apply safety processes and procedures.
• Possess valid driver's license and clean driving record (MVR) that meet Company's Insurance qualifications to operate Company vehicle.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Functions as an individual contributor with no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Excludes occasional visitation to the field - reference Travel section.

Both Office and Field Related:

• Job is performed in both the office and in the field work environment.
• Approximately 70% in the office and 30% in the field.

This position may be subject to:

• Exposure to computer screens and requires regular use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and multi-line telephone system.
• Extreme Cold and Heat: temperatures typically below 32o F or above 100o F for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions as wind, rain, snow, and humidity.
• Noise: there is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
• Vibration: exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body.
• Confined Space: work areas large enough for individual to enter, limited means of entry or exit, and not designed for continue occupancy.
• Hazards: includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to chemicals, combustibles, explosives, etc.

HOURS / SHIFTS

• Regular business hours.
• Available for on-call rotation and responsibilities on weekends and holidays for urgent issues or emergencies during off hours, as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• Minimally lift, push, carry and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Minimally be able to bend, stoop, crouch, etc.
• Usual field site/location visits may present more strenuous exertion than office work.
• Regular amount of traversing through challenging terrain to perform work, evaluate sites and conditions, inspect equipment/assets, etc.

TRAVEL

Approximate amount of time: Minimal (under 25%); Regularly (25% - 75%); Frequent (more than 75%).

• Minimal travel may be required to other locations.
• Regular travel to Company's field operations and/or offices. Approximately 30% of time in field.

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.