Drilling Engineer

DeepOcean; Hogstad; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive conditions

Good development opportunities within,

Job summary

SLB in Stavanger is seeking a Drilling Engineer to lead optimized drilling programs and provide technical support across the project lifecycle. The role blends engineering expertise with customer interaction and field collaboration to deliver safe, efficient operations.

You will design drilling solutions, run simulations, and work with multidisciplinary teams to improve performance while capturing lessons learned for future projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of drilling engineering experience with emphasis on directional drilling.
• Experience with well design activities including trajectory design, anti-collision analysis, torque & drag modelling, hydraulics calculations, and BHA modelling.
• Experience using drilling engineering software and data analysis tools.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed drilling plans, including well trajectory design, bit selection, and BHA design.
• Perform engineering simulations and analyses including torque and drag modelling and hydraulics calculations.
• Support safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling operations.
• Analyze drilling data and recommend improvements to enhance performance and reduce NPT.
• Collaborate with technical experts to optimize designs and operational performance.
• Provide real-time technical support during drilling operations.
• Assist commercial and sales teams in evaluating technical solutions and tender opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through technical consultation and support.

Skills

Directional drilling

Well design

Torque & drag modelling

Hydraulics calculations

English fluency

Customer-facing communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering

Mechanical engineering background

Tools

Drilling engineering software

Data analysis tools

BHA modelling

Job description

Develop detailed drilling plans, perform engineering simulations, and provide technical support for onshore drilling operations in Stavanger.

• Bachelor's degree in petroleum, mechanical, or related engineering discipline
• Minimum 5 years of experience in drilling engineering with focus on directional drilling
• Experience with well design, trajectory design, anti-collision analysis, and torque & drag modelling
• Experience using drilling engineering software and data analysis tools
• Fluency in English
• Competitive conditions
• Good development opportunities within the company

Are you passionate about drilling engineering and motivated by solving complex technical challenges?

We are looking for a skilled Drilling Engineer to join a collaborative and high-performing team, supporting the planning and execution of drilling operations with a particular focus on directional drilling.

In this role, you will play a key part in designing innovative drilling solutions, optimizing performance, and ensuring safe and efficient service delivery. You will work closely with customers, field personnel, and multidisciplinary teams to develop technical solutions that contribute to successful drilling operations.

This position is located Onshore in Stavanger, daytime.

About the Role

As a Drilling Engineer, you will be responsible for developing optimized drilling programs and providing technical support throughout the entire project lifecycle. The role combines engineering expertise, customer interaction, and operational support in a dynamic environment where time may be shared between customer offices and operational facilities.

You will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identify opportunities for optimization, and ensure lessons learned are captured and implemented across projects.

Key Responsibilities

Develop detailed drilling plans, including well trajectory design, bit selection, and BHA design.

Perform engineering simulations and analyses including:

Torque and drag modelling

Hydraulics calculations

Support safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling operations.

Analyze drilling data and recommend improvements to enhance performance and reduce non-productive time (NPT).

Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation measures.

Provide real-time technical support during drilling operations.

Collaborate with technical experts to optimize designs and operational performance.

Support incident investigations, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Build and maintain strong customer relationships through technical consultation and support.

Assist commercial and sales teams in evaluating technical solutions and tender opportunities.

Identify opportunities for innovative technologies, value-added services, and cost-effective drilling solutions.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who combines solid technical expertise with strong communication and customer-facing skills.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Minimum 5 years of experience in drilling engineering with an emphasis on directional drilling.

Experience with well design activities including trajectory design, anti-collision analysis, torque & drag modelling, hydraulics calculations, and BHA modelling.

Experience using drilling engineering software and data analysis tools.

Strong understanding of wellbore mechanics, drilling fluids, and pressure control principles.

Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Preferred Qualifications

Field experience as a Directional Driller, Mud Engineer, MWD or equal.

Experience working across multiple clients and drilling projects.

Additional training or specialization in drilling engineering.

Norwegian language skills will be an advantage.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for a proactive and solution-oriented professional who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team.

You are:

A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.

Self-driven and proactive, with a strong ability to identify and resolve challenges.

Structured and organized in your approach to work.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Customer-focused, with the ability to build strong professional relationships.

Committed to maintaining the highest standards of HSE and service quality.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to work on technically challenging projects while collaborating with industry-leading professionals. You will have the opportunity to influence drilling performance, contribute to innovative solutions, and further develop your technical and commercial expertise within a global and dynamic environment.

With us, you will experience:

Colleagues who like to create solutions and achieve success together

A workday where you can influence the outcome of development

Being part of an international group with clear ambitions that appreciate initiative and innovation

Varied tasks across customers and issues, giving you a dynamic and challenging everyday life

Good development opportunities where you can grow in several directions within the company

Competitive conditions and a work environment that promotes innovation and collaboration

Diversity and Inclusion: At SLB, we see our diverse workforce as a great advantage. We promote an inclusive work environment where equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion are key to our success. We believe that diversity enriches us, attracts talent, and makes working life more exciting. Therefore, we encourage all candidates to apply – regardless of background, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender, ethnicity, disability, and age.

SLB is the world’s leading technology company serving the energy industry. With over 99,000 employees across operations in more than 120 countries, we deliver advanced solutions and deep domain expertise to help our customers succeed. Established in Norway in 1966, SLB’s local footprint spans Stavanger, Bergen, Trondheim, and Oslo where our technological expertise continues to thrive.

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