Automation Directional Drilling Lead

Helmerich & Payne, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Helmerich & Payne, Inc. is seeking a skilled Directional Driller/Representative to lead the BGS directional drilling operations on the wellsite.

You will ensure the correct drilling plan is followed, supervise motor and downhole tool handling, and generate daily and final reports. The role requires strong knowledge of directional drilling, good communication, and the ability to work under high pressure while maintaining safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience as a Directional driller
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus, but not required
• Strong knowledge of directional drilling and downhole tools
• Excellent presentation, communication and technical writing skills a plus
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Leads and supervises the BGS directional drilling operation at the wellsite to achieve targets safely and economically
• Ensure the correct well plan is followed and BHA is assembled per plan
• Handle operation, inspection, maintenance and inventory of motors and downhole tools on site
• Generate and review daily and final well reports (motor usage, tool counts, inventory)
• Collaborate with Co Rep and MWD team to realize BHA specs and optimization parameters
• Represent H&P in operator meetings and train Co Reps on location

Skills

Team player

Strong communication

Microsoft Office

Directional drilling knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Helmerich & Payne, Inc. is seeking a skilled Directional Driller/Representative to lead the BGS directional drilling operations on the wellsite.

You will ensure the correct drilling plan is followed, supervise motor and downhole tool handling, and generate daily and final reports. The role requires strong knowledge of directional drilling, good communication, and the ability to work under high pressure while maintaining safety and efficiency.