Onshore Drilling Engineer

Overview

We put the unity in "opportunity"

 

 

We have an opening for an Onshore Drilling Engineer to work in the Houston, TX area.

 

 

 

Opportunity Snapshot:

• Compensation: $100/hour
• Location: Houston, TX
• Assignment Duration: 9 months+
• Work Schedule: M-F / 40 hours, bybrid 3/2
• Benefits: Comprehensive insurance, 401K, Holidays and PTO
• Multiple positions available
• Must have Eagle Ford / South Texas Drilling experience
• Must have Compass software experience

Responsibilities

• Conduct operations in accordance with company policy, operating agreements, and all applicable governmental regulations
• Promote safety and environmental expectations with employees and contractors
• Provide fit for purpose well design (casing, directional, cement, and mud programs) and drive continuous improvement through innovation to deliver results that align with business unit goals
• Take a "One Team" approach and collaborate with other disciplines within the Asset Team to develop well plans that ensure drilling activities support broader team goals
• Maintain detailed drilling procedures in conjunction with field personnel to enhance performance; lead spud meetings with onsite supervisors and contractors to create a common view of success
• Daily engineering support of ongoing operations through communication with onsite supervisor and superintendent
• Identify positive and negative variances to the drilling plan and engage internal and external technical support to resolve operational challenges, document best practices and implement across the rig fleet
• Generate cost estimates and track variances for assigned operations
• Monitor KPIs and provide meaningful input in quarterly, contractor business reviews
• Establish and ensure meaningful working relationships with contractors and regulatory personnel
• Assist in regulatory permitting process
• Maintain and drive business ethics across the organization
• Communicate technical issues and can act as a company representative at industry technical forums and in dealings with business partners
• Challenge the status quo and embrace a dynamic team environment; be adaptable to change

Qualifications

 

• Must be legally authorized to work in the US for any US employer
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of Drilling Engineering experience in various environments
• Experience in US Land Resource Plays
• 8+ years of Drilling experience in multiple basins
• 1+ years of field based drilling experience
• Strong knowledge of applicable software is preferred (e.g. Wellview; Compass; StressCheck; MS Office Suite; Spotfire; etc.).

 

The Bergaila Way:

 

The Bergaila Companies is a nationally recognized leader in providing staffing services to all sectors of the energy industry. We continually focus on partnering with talented professionals, engineering the perfect fit between our clients and employees. Choosing a career path with Bergaila grants you immediate access to nationally recognized organizations we partner with. Bergaila consistently attracts and retains its Employees with our dedicated internal service team, top tier benefits programs for contractors and their families, and commitment to place you in the desired career of your choice.

 

 

Client Overview:

Our Client believes they can meet the growing demand for energy in a cleaner, more sustainable way.  Their goal is to be part of the solution as society works toward a more reliable and affordable energy source.

 

Employment Type: OTHER