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Senior Drilling Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
20+ years expSaipem is a global leader in the engineering and construction of major projects for the energy and infrastructure sectors. They are seeking a seasoned and visionary Senior Drilling Engineer to join their Drilling Team, where the role involves overseeing drilling operations, ensuring compliance with best practices, and fostering collaboration among teams.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Spearhead the development and management of the Drilling Engineering KPI dashboard
Monitor real-time drilling performance, analyze trends, and provide actionable insights to operations teams
Collaborate with performance engineers to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency
Review and validate Operators' drilling programs, ensuring compliance with best practices and regulatory standards
Attend DWOP (Drilling Well on Paper) sessions and provide technical assistance during Well Delivery Process (WDP)
Apply advanced engineering principles to push the boundaries of well design and execution ("Beyond the Limit" engineering)
Oversee and support the full well delivery process: Identify, Assess, Select, Define, Execute, and Decommission
Ensure technical integrity and operational excellence across all phases of well planning and execution
Assess and prepare MOC from Standards
Work closely with drilling superintendents, rig managers, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution
Foster a culture of safety, innovation, and performance excellence
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to talent development within the organization
Leverage experience in rig automation to enhance operational safety and efficiency
Integrate cutting-edge technologies and software tools into daily workflows
Qualification
Required
20+ years as a Planning and Operations Drilling Engineer
Extensive offshore experience: floaters/deepwater and jackup/shallow water
Proven expertise in HPHT wells, exploratory and development projects
Exposure to at least 3-4 IOCs/NOCs in world-class fields
Exceptional leadership and team-building capabilities
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
Master of Science in Engineering (5-year program), preferably in Mining, Petroleum, or Mechanical Engineering
English Language skills required
Proficient in Landmark EDM and other well engineering software platforms
Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to performance optimization
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201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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