Engineer-Drilling Design (Non-Rig)

Energy Development Corporation; Pasig; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Development Corporation in Pasig is seeking a qualified professional to manage the drilling and workover program efficiently. The role involves leading risk analyses, collaborating across teams, and ensuring adherence to HSE compliance policies.

Key responsibilities include conducting in-depth program analyses, validating technical investigations, and mentoring drilling engineers. The position demands a focus on cost efficiency and effective communication with stakeholders. Ideal candidates possess a strong background in drilling engineering and project management principles.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of drilling engineering principles.
• Ability to conduct risk analysis and create mitigating measures.
• Skill in collaborative communication with technical teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage drilling and workover program analysis.
• Lead risk analysis for potential downhole problems.
• Conduct extensive reviews after well completion.

Job description

Drilling Engineering, Well Control and Other Principles Application

• Provides a more comprehensive management of the Drilling and Workover program analysis
• Promotes an atmosphere of teamwork among the drilling engineers, third‑party personnel, Integrated Subsurface Divisions, FOM, service providers and other disciplines to ensure that wells are planned and engineered in a manner that focuses on meeting the objectives of the Reservoir, Production and Geological Groups as set forth in the basis of design
• Ensures alignment and commitment of all relevant technical teams for the creation of an efficient program towards successful attainment of the objectives
• Manages the technical and engineering support of all relevant technical groups and third‑party personnel in collaboration with the contract SPOCs to ensure efficient program creation
• Can provide immediate recommendation on any matters that requires immediate attention and informs superiors accordingly
• Acts as one of the Group’s representative on the discussion of any issues or concerns of the various internal stakeholders
• Responsible in ensuring that the planning is conducted in the best interest of the Company

Well Planning and Risk Management

• Conducts an in‑depth and proactive analysis in the different stages of the program prior execution
• Leads the drilling engineers in conducting risk analysis to identify potential downhole problems, then creates and recommends new concepts to resolve them
• Collaborates extensively with superiors and subordinates on all identified and potential risks and generates mitigating measures

Review of Current Drilling Practices and Methodologies

• Collaborates with the Technical and Operations Groups in the review of a particular activity that has a significant contribution to the delay or downtime of the operation which requires improvement
• Provides assistance to the Technical Group in the identification of the key factors that must be considered in the conduct of technical investigation
• Validates the result of the technical investigation including the recommendations for improvement
• Reviews the Memorandum of Change to document such revision in the standard practice

Quality Control of Drilling Tools, Consumables and Other Equipment

• Ensures that the program considers optimum use of available resources to reduce the cost of inventory
• Ensures that all costs to be incurred on a daily basis are captured in the budget
• Ensures the efficient allocation and requirement of all rented tools and equipment, including third‑party personnel, to minimize cost

Reporting and Communication

• Collaborates with Operations on any issues or concerns that require immediate attention or decision
• Conducts extensive review and analysis after the completion of each well to determine all areas for improvement
• Ensures stakeholders are updated on drilling and workover program development timeline
• Ensures timely submission of Notice of Intention to Drill and End‑of‑Well Reports to Department HSE Compliance

HSE Compliance

• Applies in‑depth knowledge on all specialized drilling services (third parties) and other engineering principles in the drilling and workover program
• Ensures that proper Well Control is considered during the planning stage
• Strictly adheres to Company HSE policies and promotes the culture of awareness and behavior to all site personnel by ensuring the conduct of all safety and emergency drills according to the program

Work Direction, Mentoring and Coaching

• Provides continuous guidance and mentors the assigned drilling engineers in all aspects of the technical work to enhance their development and growth at the same time promoting efficiency and avoiding reworks
• Provides work direction and personal encouragement to the drilling engineer to boost morale and growth within the company and promote harmonious working relationships
• Ensures that all drilling personnel have a common understanding and buy‑in towards the successful achievement of the program objectives

Data Management and Review

• Has in‑depth ability to collect and analyze information, solve problems, and make decisions
• Collaborates intensely with superiors for any changes in the program and gives opinions or suggestions upon careful evaluation

General Responsibilities

• Executes health, security, environmental and safety rules and regulations of the company
• Practices recommended behaviours that adhere to the core values of the company
• Implements and complies with company rules and policies
• Performs other related duties that may be assigned (by superiors) from time to time