Drilling Engineer

Elsa Talent Solutions Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsa Talent Solutions Sdn. Bhd.

seeks a seasoned Drilling Engineer to plan, design, and support offshore and onshore drilling projects from KL offices. The role emphasizes safety, cost control, and timely delivery of wells, with strong emphasis on well planning, design, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years as a Drilling Engineer in oil & gas.
• Deepwater drilling experience (5+ years) preferred.
• OPITO BOSIET certification.
• Strong knowledge of drilling engineering, well planning, design, construction, and optimization.
• Proficiency in drilling engineering software and well planning tools.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills in multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to HSE standards and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and support drilling operations to deliver wells safely and on budget.
• Develop well designs, drilling programs, and procedures per standards.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets and forecasts while monitoring costs.
• Coordinate drilling activities ensuring timely execution and safety compliance.
• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and risk assessment during operations.
• Monitor performance and non-productive time, implement efficiency improvements.
• Develop and review technical specs, scopes of work, and procurement documents.
• Coordinate rig inspections, equipment acceptance, and QA activities.
• Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare end-of-well reports and post-operation reviews.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with contractors and service providers.

Skills

Drilling engineering

Well planning

Cost optimization

HSE compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Well planning software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position : Drilling Engineer

Industry : Oil & Gas

Location : Office, KL

Job Description:

• Plan, design, and support the execution of drilling operations to ensure wells are delivered safely, efficiently, and within budget.
• Develop well designs, drilling programs, operational procedures, and engineering documentation in accordance with industry standards and project requirements.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and expenditure forecasts while monitoring project costs and identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
• Coordinate and schedule drilling activities to ensure timely execution while maintaining operational integrity and HSE compliance.
• Provide technical engineering support throughout drilling operations, including troubleshooting, risk assessment, and operational decision-making.
• Monitor drilling performance, analyze operational data and non-productive time (NPT), and implement recommendations to improve drilling efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Develop and review technical specifications, scopes of work, and procurement documentation for drilling equipment, materials, and services.
• Coordinate rig inspections, equipment acceptance, and quality assurance activities to ensure drilling equipment and services meet operational and safety requirements.
• Conduct engineering studies, capture lessons learned, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance drilling performance and operational reliability.
• Prepare end-of-well reports, technical documentation, and post-operation reviews to support knowledge sharing and future drilling campaigns.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and service providers to ensure successful project delivery.

Qualification/Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience as a Drilling Engineer in the oil and gas industry.
• Deepwater drilling experience (minimum 5 years) is preferred.
• Valid OPITO BOSIET certification.
• Strong knowledge of drilling engineering, well planning, well design, well construction, and drilling optimization.
• Proficiency in industry-standard drilling engineering and well planning software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and multicultural environments.
• Demonstrated commitment to HSE standards, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Note: Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted as part of shortlisting process