Introduction

What are you going to do 

Job Title: Drilling Engineer / Specialist I

Location: 100% on-site, Spring, TX

Schedule: Rotational, 4 weeks on/4 weeks off - day/night shift

Duration: 1-year W2 contract (possibility of extension)

Per diem available.

Candidates must be willing to work either a day shift or night shift on a rotational schedule.

We are looking for a Drilling Engineer / Specialist I with minimum of 5 years of experience in drilling engineering and/or operations (including surveillance). Demonstrated strong analytical and technical capabilities related to drilling engineering. Proven ability to communicate effectively between engineering and operations teams (including verbal communication and presentations). Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.

MAIN FUNCTIONS

Provide engineering support for planning, design, monitoring, and follow-up needed to safely and efficiently execute drilling and completion programs.

Ensure that well objectives are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of engineering integrity, safety, and environmental compliance.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Accountable for engineering planning, design, monitoring, and follow-up required for safe and efficient drilling and completion operations, including:

− Review historical offset well data to identify and understand drilling hazards

− Use geological and reservoir targets within the wellbore to develop well plans

− Generate cost estimates for various well design alternatives

− Determine and organize equipment and materials needed to execute the drilling plan

− Design wells in accordance with regulatory standards

− Prepare and evaluate technical bids for equipment and services

− Monitor daily operational activities

* Provide on-site rig surveillance for drilling and completion operations, including technical evaluation of critical activities

* Offer monitoring and technical support for projects, equipment testing, and implementation of new procedures

* Coordinate with operations personnel to ensure well plans are practical and executable

* Collaborate closely with other disciplines such as geology, reservoir engineering, and project teams to ensure all available data informs the program and supports well objectives

* Depending on the scope, deepwater experience may be necessary, including familiarity with subsea systems, riser analysis, and subsea well control equipment

Essential skills and knowledge 

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline

* Minimum of 5 years of experience in drilling engineering and/or drilling operations, including surveillance activities

* Experience or knowledge in drilling borehole management (such as hole cleaning, borehole stability, etc.) is ideal

* Deepwater and unconventional (uncon) assets experience is preferred

* Strong ability to organize and clearly communicate ideas

* Experience using well design software along with Microsoft Office tools

* Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking)

* Industry experience in well planning and execution

What we offer

Closing: 13 August 2026

Apply Now

Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: TR-291594

KC

Corporate recruiter

Karen Christides

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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