Drilling Engineer jobs in the United States

Drilling Engineer is responsible for the design and implementation of oil and gas wells. Performs design evaluations and recommends alterations to improve safety, costs, and efficiency. Being a Drilling Engineer may conduct risk assessment and cost estimation. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Additionally, Drilling Engineer is familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within a particular field. Typically reports to supervisor or manager. To be a Drilling Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Drilling Engineer
  • Zanskar
  • Salt Lake, UT FULL_TIME
  • Role Overview

    Title: Drilling Engineer

    Hours: Full Time; Salaried

    Location: Salt Lake City, UT 

    Benefits Eligible: Yes

    Manager: Head of Exploration



    Mission - Why we need you and why we need you

    Geothermal energy is the most abundant renewable energy source in the world. There is 2,300 times more energy in geothermal heat in the ground than in oil, gas, coal, and methane combined. However, historically it’s been hard to find and expensive to develop. At Zanskar, we’re using better technology to find and develop new geothermal resources in order to make geothermal a cheap and vital contributor to a carbon-free electrical grid.



    In order to find and develop a portfolio of new geothermal projects, we need a Drilling Engineer to join our Exploration team to enable large-scale drill programs, scope completion parameters, monitor drilling programs in-field, and identify ways to drill safely and more rapidly in frontier geothermal systems.




    Outcomes - Problems you’ll solve

    The Drilling Engineer is responsible for leading the design, plan, and operational execution of drilling campaigns ranging from temperature gradient wells to full-size production and injection geothermal well construction, including completions. The scope of work includes owning the technical, business, and operational aspects of drilling.


    - Develop and implement step-by-step well program design(s) to achieve well objectives and maintain full compliance with regulatory and HSE requirements

    - Provide technical and management support on daily drilling activities and serve as the primary point of contact for field engineering issues

    - Integrate with the exploration and R&D teams to implement novel drilling programs for temperature gradient campaigns and full-size wells

    - Negotiate contracts from drilling companies on drilling and materials cost estimates ranging from simple scoping to probabilistic cost estimates

    - Support cross-functional field development optimization efforts through well planning, in-field mobilization, and design optimization

    - Compile technical and operations data for permitting and all other regulatory filings

    - Lead after-action review to identify best practices and lessons learned; provide internal and external benchmarking and end of project reports

    - Prepare tenders, analyze vendor responses, and support contract negotiation and administration

    - Travel to the field frequently to oversee operations, and foster strong working relationships with contracted drillers, field personnel and 3rd party vendors and suppliers, to effectively coordinate and provide support to business-critical needs




    Competencies – What we’re looking for


    Drilling Experience: Minimum of 5 years of hands-on field experience in drilling engineering/completions/operations. Experience with tools and methods for evaluating completion efficiency and optimizing well performance. Competent with standard drilling calculations. Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline and geothermal experience preferred.


    Vendor and project management: Can evaluate drilling contractors’ performance and manage to improve performance in speed and cost. Ability to travel up to 30-40% of the time to field locations to manage projects. 


    Balances safety and adaptability: Understands and manages the risk trade-offs needed to both create safe, standardized operations and well control while working in a fast-paced, innovative environment and shift priorities/focus depending on the business needs


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    Benefits
    • Paid holidays
    • 15 days PTO PTO accrual increase based on tenure
    • Medical and dental coverage
    • 401k Match
    • Stock options
    • Growth opportunities at a company with a direct impact in displacing carbon emissions


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    Equal Opportunity Employer


    Zanskar is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment practice laws. 


    Please reach out to careers@zanskar.us with any questions. 

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Drilling Engineer
  • Pop-Up Talent
  • Salt Lake, UT FULL_TIME
  • Drilling EngineerHours: Full Time; SalariedLocation: Salt Lake City, UT 84101MISSION – WHY WE NEED YOU:Geothermal energy is the most abundant renewable energy source in the world. There is 2,300 times...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Drilling Engineer
  • Select Water Solutions
  • Gainesville, TX FULL_TIME
  • Job DetailsFull Time / Part Time: Full TimeFLSA Classification: ExemptBusiness Unit: DisposalsJob DescriptionSelect’s Drilling Engineer plans, designs and manages projects.The essential job functions ...
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Drilling Engineer
  • Vastika Inc
  • Gouverneur, NY FULL_TIME
  • Must have:Bachelors of Science degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent. Minor in Explosives Engineering is an asset. Basic understanding and experience with 3D modeling and mine planning software. ...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Drilling Engineer
  • The Hawk Group
  • Alaska, AK FULL_TIME
  • Job SummaryThe Engineer works to support the priorities of the WSC (Well Support Center) by focusing specifically on a single rig line to help drive decisions, transfer the engineered plan to executio...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Drilling Engineer
  • TSMG
  • Houston, TX FULL_TIME
  • We are seeking an experienced Drilling Engineer to plan, design, and execute drilling operations for oil and gas wells. In this role, you will work closely with geologists, drilling crews, and other e...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Fabricator / Welder - 4 day work week optional
  • Farber Specialty Vehicles
  • Columbus, OH
  • Job Description Job Description Job Type: Full-time Shifts: 4 - 10 hour shifts, Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm Com...
  • 10/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Civil Technician
  • TULLOCH
  • Columbus, OH
  • Come Join Us! "We want to build an organization where everyone loves their job and their leaders care for them." Over th...
  • 10/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Fabricator / Welder - 4 day work week optional
  • Farber Specialty Vehicles
  • Reynoldsburg, OH
  • Job Description Job Description Job Type: Full-time Shifts: 4 - 10 hour shifts, Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm Com...
  • 10/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Finish Carpentry / Cabinet Maker
  • Farber Specialty Vehicles
  • Reynoldsburg, OH
  • Job Description Job Description Working Hours: 4 - 10 hour shifts Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm Are you tired of ...
  • 10/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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AMUS Welder /Fitter II 1st Shift
  • Daifuku
  • Reynoldsburg, OH
  • Overview: Daifuku Automotive America Corporation is a leader in optimizing, integrating, automating, and managing the lo...
  • 10/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Low Voltage Technician / Cable Tech
  • SOLID Personnel
  • New Albany, OH
  • Job Description Job Description We are currently hiring a Data Center Tech / Structure cabling !! If you have the experi...
  • 10/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Multi Craft Technician
  • Abbott
  • Columbus, OH
  • Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-chan...
  • 10/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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School Bus Driver(s)
  • Ohio Department of Education
  • Columbus, OH
  • UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLS JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Bus Drivers (up to 3 positions available) Time Schedule: 9 -12 mo...
  • 10/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Income Estimation for Drilling Engineer jobs
$103,578 to $132,257