Project Engineer – Drilling Equipment

COSL AS; Sandnes; On-site; NOK 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drilling contractor in Norway seeks an experienced Project Engineer to oversee drilling equipment onboard offshore units. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical, Petroleum, or Offshore Engineering, with a minimum of 5 years in drilling equipment maintenance. This role emphasizes project management, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safety and regulatory requirements. Join a dynamic team and contribute to sustainable energy solutions.

Benefits

Opportunity for growth and innovation

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in drilling equipment maintenance, inspection, or project engineering.
• Strong knowledge of classification society requirements and offshore industry standards.
• Proven track record in project management and multi-stakeholder coordination.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and follow up on all SPS activities related to drilling equipment.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and progress reports for timely execution.
• Identify risks, track progress, and resolve technical issues.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Petroleum, or Offshore Engineering

Tools

NOV equipment

Job description

Join the Team as Project Engineer – Drilling Equipment

In COSL Drilling Europe, we place great value on our core values: Honesty, Motivation & Cooperation. Our primary commitment is to achieve our ultimate HSE goal of zero injuries and zero damage to personnel, the environment, and assets.

COSL is a cost-efficient drilling contractor dedicated to delivering solutions for the energy transition with advanced, low-emission drilling rigs. We rely on all employees to contribute actively to building a strong company culture, ensuring that CDE maintains its position as one of the preferred suppliers of drilling services.

We are seeking an experienced, proactive and motivated Project Engineer – Drilling Equipment to plan, oversee and follow up drilling equipment onboard offshore drilling units on Special Periodic Surveys (SPS).

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and follow up on all SPS activities related to drilling equipment.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and progress reports to ensure timely execution.
• Liaise with OEM, classification societies, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Identify risks, track progress, and resolve technical issues to ensure project success.
• Monitor compliance with technical, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Support the identification of risks, technical issues, and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all documentation is properly reviewed, updated, and archived.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical, Petroleum, or Offshore Engineering (or related field).
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in drilling equipment maintenance, inspection, or project engineering. Preferably from MODU.
• Strong knowledge of classification society requirements and offshore industry standards.
• Proven track record in project management and multi-stakeholder coordination.
• Experience with NOV equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

At COSL Drilling Europe, we offer a platform for growth, innovation, and meaningful impact within a dynamic and supportive work environment. Our team members are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally, while actively contributing to environmental sustainability.

If you are ambitious, driven, and ready to make a real difference, we want to hear from you.

Join COSL Drilling Europe and be part of a team that is setting new industry standards, shaping the future of drilling, and helping you take your career to exciting new heights.

COSL Drilling Europe is an equal opportunity employer.

Workplace

COSL Drilling Europe head office in Stavanger