Drilling Engineer, Oilfield, Oil & Gas

AEPartners; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 96,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

AEPartners in Anchorage, Alaska, seeks experienced Rig Drilling Engineers for a contract role. You will provide on-site engineering support to the Wellsite Supervisor and report to the Drilling Superintendent, aiding optimization of drilling operations in remote Arctic conditions.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant engineering degree, 3–5 years in drilling engineering/operations, and certifications such as IWCF or IADC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline.
• 3–5 years of drilling engineering and/or drilling operations experience.
• Experience supporting land drilling operations.
• Proficiency with WellView drilling reporting software.
• IWCF Well Control Supervisor Level 4 (Surface Stack) or IADC WellSharp Supervisor Level (Surface Stack) certification.
• Strong understanding of drilling operations, well construction, well integrity, and cost management.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work rotational schedules in remote Arctic operating environments.
• Must be eligible to work in the USA without visa or permit sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site engineering support to the Wellsite Supervisor.
• Report to the Drilling Superintendent and support drilling operations in remote Arctic environments.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Cost management

Regulatory compliance

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline

IWCF Well Control Supervisor Level 4 (Surface Stack) or IADC WellSharp Supervisor Level (Surface Stack) certification

Tools

WellView

OpenWells

Peloton

Compass

Landmark

Job description

Rig Drilling Engineers - Anchorage, AK

AEPartners is seeking experienced Rig Drilling Engineers for a contract position in Anchorage, Alaska. This role provides on-site engineering support to the Wellsite Supervisor and reports directly to the Drilling Superintendent. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in drilling operations, cost management, and regulatory compliance, and will thrive in remote Arctic environments.

Perks & Benefits

• Contract position with a global leading client
• Opportunity to work in Alaska’s oil & gas sector
• Competitive Wages

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline
• Minimum 3-5 years of drilling engineering and/or drilling operations experience
• Experience supporting land drilling operations
• Proficiency with WellView drilling reporting software
• Current IWCF Well Control Supervisor Level 4 (Surface Stack) or IADC WellSharp Supervisor Level (Surface Stack) certification
• Strong understanding of drilling operations, well construction, well integrity, and cost management
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Ability to work rotational schedules in remote Arctic operating environments
• Must be eligible to work in the USA without visa or permit sponsorship

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Current NSTC, H2S, and First Aid/CPR certifications
• Experience with Well View, OpenWells, Peloton, Compass, Landmark, or similar drilling software
• Experience with complex land drilling operations