Lead Drilling Engineer

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 74,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Fuel benefits

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Generous annual leave

Study leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Drilling Engineer to oversee drilling operations in the George region. This senior role requires extensive drilling engineering knowledge and a proven track record in Oil & Gas project execution.

You will plan, execute, and supervise drilling activities, ensuring safety, efficiency and cost-effectiveness across onshore and offshore campaigns. The position offers a strong leadership opportunity with a focus on operational excellence, continuous improvement, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in drilling engineering within Oil & Gas.
• Experience managing offshore or onshore drilling campaigns.
• Strong knowledge of drilling fluids, cementation, well control, and directional drilling.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and decision-making skills.
• Willingness to travel to operational sites near George.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed drilling programs and operational plans.
• Oversee selection and procurement of drilling equipment and services.
• Ensure safety and environmental standards during drilling operations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the drilling engineering team.
• Monitor drilling progress, analyze performance data, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage drilling budgets and control project costs.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Decision making

Drilling engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly experienced Lead Drilling Engineer to oversee drilling operations in the George region. This senior position requires a deep understanding of drilling engineering principles and a proven track record of managing complex projects in the Oil & Gas sector. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and supervising all drilling activities, ensuring safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. This role offers a significant leadership opportunity within a forward-thinking company committed to operational excellence and sustainable practices in the Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed drilling programs and operational plans.
• Oversee the selection and procurement of drilling equipment and services.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and environmental standards during drilling operations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the drilling engineering team.
• Monitor drilling progress, analyze performance data, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage drilling budgets and control project costs effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in drilling engineering within the Oil & Gas industry .
• Demonstrated experience in managing offshore or onshore drilling campaigns.
• Strong knowledge of drilling fluids, cementation, well control, and directional drilling.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and decision-making skills.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to operational sites near George .

Benefits

• Attractive salary with annual performance reviews.
• Car allowance and fuel benefits.
• Private healthcare coverage and life insurance.
• Generous annual leave and study leave policy.
• Access to advanced training and professional certifications in drilling technology .