Execution Drilling Engineer

Brunel; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel seeks an Execution Drilling Engineer II for Midland, TX, on a 1-year W2 contract (extension possible). The role provides planning, design, surveillance, and operational support to safely execute drilling and completion programs.

Responsibilities include developing conceptual designs, advancing to executable designs with cost estimates, supporting AFE approvals, and performing risk assessments while following SSHE standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of industry experience.
• Experience with well planning, well design, and drilling execution activities.
• Proficiency with well design software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Industry experience in well planning and execution.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and assess conceptual well designs to meet established well objectives.
• Advance selected well concepts into fully executable well designs with AFE-level cost estimates.
• Support the AFE approval process and contribute to required internal and external authorization activities.
• Perform comparative risk assessments of proposed well concepts during project Select phases.
• Consistently demonstrate safe work practices while conducting company business and when present at company facilities.
• Adhere to all SSHE policies, procedures, and standards.
• Apply the SSHE Management System as appropriate to assigned responsibilities and business activities.
• Ensure compliance with Well Design and Operations Management Standards, applicable regulations, and industry-recognized guidelines.
• Support well planning and operational execution activities to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of drilling programs.

Skills

Well planning

Well design

Drilling execution

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Well design software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Execution Drilling Engineer II

Location: Midland, TX

Schedule: 14/14 rotation, 12-hour shifts

Duration: 1-year W2 contract (possibility of extension)

Per diem is available for non-locals.

Position Overview

The Execution Drilling Engineer II is responsible for providing the engineering planning, design, surveillance, and operational support necessary to safely and efficiently execute drilling and completion programs. This role ensures that well objectives are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of engineering excellence, safety performance, and environmental stewardship throughout project execution.

Key Responsibilities

In addition to core drilling engineering responsibilities, this role will:

• Develop and assess conceptual well designs to meet established well objectives.
• Advance selected well concepts into fully executable well designs with AFE-level cost estimates.
• Support the AFE approval process and contribute to required internal and external authorization activities.
• Perform comparative risk assessments of proposed well concepts during project Select phases.
• Consistently demonstrate safe work practices while conducting company business and when present at company facilities.
• Adhere to all Safety, Security, Health, and Environmental (SSHE) policies, procedures, and standards.
• Apply the SSHE Management System as appropriate to assigned responsibilities and business activities.
• Ensure compliance with Well Design and Operations Management Standards, applicable regulations, and industry-recognized guidelines.
• Support well planning and operational execution activities to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of drilling programs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of industry experience.
• Experience with well planning, well design, and drilling execution activities.
• Proficiency with industry-standard well design software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Industry experience in well planning and execution.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and recommendations.
• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Strong background in well planning, engineering design, and drilling operations.
• Experience developing cost estimates, risk assessments, and operational plans for drilling programs.
• Knowledge of applicable engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Ability to balance technical, operational, safety, and environmental considerations throughout the well lifecycle.