Introduction

The Senior Drilling Engineer is a key technical role responsible for bridging the Drilling and Subsurface teams to ensure the successful planning and execution of drilling, completion, and well flowback activities across exploration, appraisal, and development wells.

What are you going to do

  • Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of drilling, completion, and well construction activities in compliance with company, regulatory, and industry standards.
  • Ensure seamless integration between Drilling, Subsurface, Project, Operations, and Well Services teams to achieve overall well objectives.
  • Promote a strong HSSE culture by ensuring compliance with company policies and industry best practices.
  • Develop drilling schedules, manage interfaces, and provide technical recommendations to support project decision-making.
  • Identify operational risks, conduct risk assessments, and support Management of Change (MoC) processes.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, safety, cost, and schedule performance.
  • Support feasibility studies, conceptual design, execution planning, and well delivery strategies.
  • Monitor project progress, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure delivery within approved milestones and budgets.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, contractors, and service providers to ensure successful project execution.
  • Participate in HAZID/HAZOP, DWOP/CWOP/TWOP, SIMOPS, pre-job planning, and well handover activities.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement and implementation of the company's Well Delivery Process and Drilling Engineering Standards throughout the well lifecycle.

Essential skills and knowledge 

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline.

Experience:

  • 15+ years of relevant oil & gas industry experience.
  • Minimum 10 years in offshore/deepwater drilling engineering, drilling operations, and subsea well delivery.
  • Previous offshore supervisory experience is essential.

Technical Skills

  • Strong expertise in deepwater well design, subsea systems, and drilling technologies.
  • Proven experience coordinating multidisciplinary drilling projects.
  • Experience managing drilling contractors, service companies, and vendors.

Core Competencies

  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
  • Flexible to travel and work across different locations as required.
  • Fluent in written and spoken English.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project) and Adobe applications.

What we offer

Global Network and Professional Community: As part of the Brunel family, you will join a vast network of professionals and experts across industries, fostering connections that help you thrive in your career.

Commitment to Safety and Excellence: We prioritize safety and operational excellence. In this role, you will play a key part in upholding our safety standards, working closely with the team to ensure a hazard-free and efficient operation.

Competitive Salary Package: A highly competitive salary that reflects your experience and skills, designed to motivate and reward top-tier talent like yourself.

Closing: July 26, 2026

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