Wells Delivery Operations Engineer

Ormat Technologies, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ormat Technologies, Inc. in Reno, NV seeks a seasoned drilling operations professional to plan and execute well construction, intervention, and abandonment activities.

You will bridge subsurface, drilling, completions, and field teams to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective operations. Responsibilities include monitoring real-time drilling performance, leading risk assessments, and mentoring field staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering, mechanical/chemical engineering, or related field.
• Proven track record of over 2-5 years in drilling operations.
• Well Control Certification (IWCF or IADC).
• Experience with automated drilling systems or advanced digital drilling technologies.
• Knowledge of API, ISO, IADC standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Prior exposure to wellsite operations or field engineering.
• Strong knowledge of drilling technologies, equipment, and regulations.
• Strategic problem-solving and decision-making using advanced drilling tech.
• Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Industry certifications (Well Control, HSE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Document, justify, and approve operational deviations.
• Coordinate daily drilling operations with field staff.
• Reduce operational risk and non-productive time.
• Monitor real-time drilling performance and intervene to optimize.
• Ensure safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of construction/ intervention.
• Ensure compliance with company standards.
• Provide real-time guidance to field personnel.
• Track KPIs like NPT, cost per foot, AFE vs. actuals, uptime.
• Lead after-action reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement new tech and best practices to improve performance.
• Oversee rigs, directional drilling, mud, cementing, and service providers.
• Translate subsurface objectives into executable plans.
• Ensure adherence to standards and contracts.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in petroleum, mechanical or chemical engineering

Tools

Automated drilling systems

Drilling software

Job description

Introduction

Headquartered in Reno, NV, Ormat designs, develops, builds, owns and operates geothermal and recovered energy-based power plants in the US and worldwide. With a spotless international reputation, we’re on track to become a leading global provider of renewable energy.

We take pride in our family-oriented business building practical green energy solutions from the ground up.

Join a team that’s giving new life to the future of our planet.

Overview

This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing well construction, intervention, and abandonment activities to ensure safe, efficient, and cost‑effective delivery of wells. This role acts as the operational bridge between subsurface, drilling, completions, well services, and field execution teams, ensuring that all well activities meet technical standards, regulatory requirements, and performance objectives.

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement through proactive audits, performance reviews, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure operational deviations are documented, justified, and approved.
• Coordinate daily drilling operations with field supervisors, and drilling engineers.
• Reduces operational risk and non-productive time.
• Monitor real-time drilling performance and intervene when necessary to optimize operations.
• Optimizing construction and intervention activities to ensure safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with company standards.
• Monitor real-time operations; provide immediate technical and operational guidance to field personnel
• Track operational KPIs (NPT, cost per foot, AFE vs. actuals, uptime, efficiency metrics).
• Lead after‑action reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement new technologies and best practices to improve operational performance.
• Oversee performance of rigs, directional drilling, mud engineering, cementing, and all related service providers.
• Translate subsurface objectives into executable operational plans.
• Ensure adherence to company standards and compliance with contractual obligations.

Other Responsibilities

• Identify potential operational risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage daily cost tracking, operational spending, and reconciliation against AFE.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and reduce NPT through proactive planning.
• Approve invoices and verify accuracy of service tickets.
• Work closely with Drilling Engineering, Completions, Production Operations, Supply Chain, and HSE.
• Provide operational input into engineering designs, well planning, and equipment selection.
• Provide daily drilling updates, risk assessments, and performance summaries to team and leadership.
• Prepare detailed end-of-well reports and lessons learned documentation for operations.
• Assist with accurate documentation for regulatory compliance and internal audit readiness.
• Mentor, Develop training program and Train field DSM’s, Wellsite leaders and operational personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering, Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven track record of over 2-5 years in drilling operations.
• Well Control Certification (IWCF or IADC).
• Experience with automated drilling systems or advanced digital drilling technologies.
• Knowledge of industry standards (API, ISO, IADC) and regulatory frameworks.
• Prior exposure to wellsite operations or field engineering.
• Strong knowledge of drilling technologies, equipment, and industry regulations.
• Strategic problem-solving and decision-making expertise, leveraging advanced drilling technologies and software to optimize operations.
• Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced operational environments
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills, enabling collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and department leadership.
• Industry-recognized certifications (e.g., Well Control, HSE) preferred, underscoring commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Physical Requirements

• The ability to navigate and work in remote field locations and work outdoors in difficult weather conditions.
• The ability to walk, hike, and work on steep, rough terrain for extended periods of time on occasion.
• The ability to safely operate 4WD light vehicles on highways and off-road.
• The ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• This ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.
• The ability to travel approximately +50% of time.
• The ability to work in an office environment.
• The ability to work at a computer and computer monitor for long periods of time and stay alert.

Nearest Major Market: Reno

Nearest Secondary Market: Tahoe