Drilling Engineer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Housing support

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary + bonuses

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Drilling Engineer to lead the planning, execution, and optimization of drilling operations near Kimberley. The role focuses on designing drilling programs, managing risks, and ensuring safe well construction using advanced technologies.

You will work with a dedicated team to evaluate equipment, supervise crews, and deliver cost estimates while maintaining safety and environmental standards in a challenging Canadian environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in drilling engineering and operations.
• Strong knowledge of drilling fluids, cementation, well control, and directional drilling.
• Experience with drilling simulation software and cost estimation tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan drilling programs, including well trajectories, casing designs, and mud programs.
• Perform technical evaluations of drilling equipment and services.
• Manage drilling operations, supervise crews, and ensure safety and environmental standards.
• Analyze drilling data, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance.
• Conduct risk assessments and contingency planning for drilling hazards.
• Prepare detailed drilling reports and cost estimates.

Skills

Petroleum Engineering

Drilling

Well control

Cost estimation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Drilling simulation software

Cost estimation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Drilling Engineer to contribute to their operations near Kimberley . This role involves the planning, execution, and optimization of drilling operations for oil and gas wells. You will be responsible for designing drilling programs, managing drilling risks, and ensuring efficient and safe well construction. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your engineering expertise in a challenging environment, working with advanced technologies and contributing to the company's exploration and development efforts, fostering a culture of safety and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and plan drilling programs , including well trajectories, casing designs, and mud programs.
• Perform technical evaluations of drilling equipment and services.
• Manage drilling operations, supervise drilling crews, and ensure adherence to safety and environmental standards.
• Analyze drilling data, troubleshoot operational issues, and optimize drilling performance.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans for potential drilling hazards.
• Prepare detailed drilling reports and cost estimates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in drilling engineering and operations.
• Strong knowledge of drilling fluids, cementation, well control, and directional drilling.
• Experience with drilling simulation software and cost estimation tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate technical information clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Relocation assistance and housing support.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression in Kimberley .
• A challenging and rewarding work environment focused on innovation and safety.