Senior Drilling Engineer

EOG Resources; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EOG Resources is seeking a skilled drilling engineer to oversee vertical and horizontal well planning and design. The role involves writing AFEs, analyzing drilling performance, and implementing new technologies to enhance efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Engineering, preferably in Petroleum Engineering, and at least 3 years of drilling engineering experience. Strong supervisory, organizational skills, and proficiency in computer applications are essential for the position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of drilling engineering experience.
• Significant experience in drilling design and execution of technical horizontal well bores.
• Ability to work effectively with field personnel and division staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design vertical and horizontal wells.
• Write AFEs and analyze drilling performance.
• Evaluate vendor performance and implement new technologies.
• Provide detailed performance and cost analysis to management.
• Supervise drilling rig operations and well site supervisors.

Skills

Vertical and horizontal well planning and design

Drilling engineering experience

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership and supervisory skills

Strong computer skills

Education

BS in Engineering (preferably Petroleum Engineering)

Job description

Job Description

Duties will include but not be limited to vertical and horizontal well planning and design, writing AFEs, analyzing drilling performance & costs, evaluating vendor performance and investigation and application of new technologies to improve drilling performance and cost efficiencies in the development and exploration drilling program.

• Vertical and horizontal well planning and design
• Writing AFEs
• Analyzing drilling performance & costs
• Evaluating vendor performance
• Investigating and applying new technologies to improve drilling performance and cost efficiencies in the development and exploration drilling program
• Working closely and effectively with G&G, Reservoir, Completion, Land, Construction and Regulatory groups
• Providing up-to-date, detailed performance and cost analysis to Division Management
• Providing daily Engineering supervisory support and guidance for multiple drilling rig operations & well site supervisors

Job Requirements

The minimum educational requirement is a BS in Engineering with a preference for Petroleum Engineering, and a minimum of 3 years of drilling engineering experience.

Significant experience in the drilling design and execution of technical horizontal well bores. The position will require excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership and supervisory skills and possess ability to work with field personnel and division staff. Strong ability to organize and supervise field personnel. Need expertise in wide range of drilling applications and ability to make sound decisions quickly on a regular basis. Must have strong computer skills.

Position will be filled commensurate with experience.

EOG Resources is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Veterans and Disabled.