Exploration and Production

Drilling Engineer

CompanySaudi AramcoExperiencemore than 15 years
Date of posting2008-05-29 8:31Salary indicationCompetitive
CategoryExploration and ProductionStart dateTo be agreed
RegionMiddle EastDurationLong Term Permanent
CountrySaudi Arabia
LocationSaudi Arabia
DescriptionDUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Conducts technical reviews of projects related to either a broad or specific area of expertise and provides expert technical advise. Investigates and troubleshoots daily drilling related problems,finds appropriate solutions and establishes new procedures to prevent reoccurrence of problems.Evaluates new drilling practices,equipment and technologies and makes sound conclusions and recommendations to reduce cost and enhance drilling efficiency.Conducts technical and economic studies as directed by management. Reviews service contracts related to drilling & workover, as required, or to incumbent's area of expertise. Conducts revisions of drilling engineering well menus pertaining to area of expertise.
SkillsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education: BS Engineering or equivalent technical field. MS or PhD is desirable, but not required; intensive industry training including appropriate specialized courses and seminars is expected. Experience: 15 years experience in the drilling industry out of which 10 years are in drilling engineering.extensive knowledge and experience in the design of vertical, horizontal and multilateral oil or gas wells. Knowledge and experience in the application of new drilling technologies and under-balanced drilling are desirable. Must be clearly recognized by both his supervisors and colleagues as thoroughly qualified and highly competent in areas of expertise. Must have demonstrated ability to communicate ideas clearly to work effectively with others, and to utilize this technical knowlege to achieve practical results.Supervisors and Aramco Management must have confidence in judgment and recommendations.
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