Senior Drilling Engineering Lead

Verdun Oil Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas company in Houston is seeking a Drilling Engineering Lead. This role requires a seasoned expert to guide a team, optimize drilling operations, and implement best practices in safety. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience and expertise in complex drilling conditions, particularly in the Eagleford shale. You will play a pivotal role in mentoring and developing engineering talent while driving operational excellence in drilling projects.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in drilling operations.
• Experience with complex drilling conditions and related solutions in the Eagleford shale.
• Expert knowledge of drilling fluids, well control, casing, and cementing.

Responsibilities

• Guide and mentor less experienced drilling engineers.
• Develop and improve drilling procedures and best practices.
• Oversee the generation of new basin cost estimates.
• Participate in professional groups to network and stay current.
• Lead the drilling team in conducting operational reviews.

Skills

Mentoring

Leadership

Drilling Engineering

Decision Making

Risk-Reward Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Power BI

Drilling database software

Job description

A leading oil and gas company in Houston is seeking a Drilling Engineering Lead. This role requires a seasoned expert to guide a team, optimize drilling operations, and implement best practices in safety. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience and expertise in complex drilling conditions, particularly in the Eagleford shale. You will play a pivotal role in mentoring and developing engineering talent while driving operational excellence in drilling projects.