Senior Drilling Engineer

Our client, a well-established international oil and gas operator, is seeking an experienced Senior Drilling Engineer, based in their office in Aberdeen.  The role will be offered on a PAYE contract basis and at this stage, the duration will be to the end of 2025.  Hybrid working arrangement offered.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design & preparation of wells in accordance with UK regulations.
• Coordination of the well delivery process. Creation of supporting documentation in conjunction with the drilling engineer; Drilling Programme, HAZID / HAZOP, DWOP, Pre spud, HSE Notification, governmental applications & consents, MoC and RA, derogations, abandonment plans, end of well reports, after action reviews, experience sharing (anticipate REXs, lessons learned), SIMOPS & bridging Documents etc.
• Lead the Well Scope of Requirement (WSOR) process from within the drilling & wells team. Input to the WSOR to ensure the well delivery process is managed correctly.
• Providing ldrilling engineering support to operations (casing design, directional, hydraulics, swab and surge, torque and drag, well control calculations etc.).
• Well project interface, when necessary, liaison with internal departments.
• Prepare / review budget and duration estimates, raise related Contract Release Orders and Service Orders. - Follow rig cost control, advise of any budget over-spend & follow-up end of well cost reporting.
• Update and follow-up of the rig cost control for service contracts involved in drilling and completion operations.
• Well design & delivery optimisation through applications of safe working practices, application of new technology & implementation of a drilling improvement plan (well performance improvement). Understanding of Greenhouse Gas Emissions & reduction plans.
• Support the offshore workforce through communication, interaction & problem solving
• Recommend equipment type & quantity including long lead items in conjunction with the QAQC & procurement team. Follow equipment development & qualification where necessary. Track equipment through the supply chain & prepare for well programme changes.
• Master ‘HPHT specialties’, such as HP/HT casing design in WellCAT and Managed Pressure Drilling operations.

REQUIREMENTS

• The successful candidate will hold a BSc or MSc or equivalent in appropriate engineering discipline with extensive experience in well engineering.
• Capable of leading individuals for specific scopes
• Organisational skills to prioritise and manage a heavy workload in a rapidly changing environment.
• Good computer skills, including Drilling Engineering software
• Well-developed knowledge of contractual / legal / terms & conditions / insurance issues
• Ability to drive high quality delivery of complex studies / projects with minimal supervision.
• Previous experience in offshore supervision beneficial.
• Experience in HPHT ‘specialties’ such as WellCAT casing design and Managed Pressure Drilling is a beneficial.