Senior Drilling Engineer

Doyon Limited • Anchorage, AK

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About The Position

Fairweather is seeking an accomplished Senior Drilling Engineer to lead the planning, design, execution, and optimization of complex drilling and well construction projects throughout Alaska. The role covers the complete engineering lifecycle of drilling projects, from concept development through execution, operational support, and post-well review. The successful candidate will have at least 15 years of drilling engineering experience; direct Alaska oil and gas drilling experience is strongly preferred, including North Slope operations. Regular field visits to active drilling locations throughout Alaska, including remote and North Slope operations, are an expected and essential component of the position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 15 years of drilling engineering experience.
• Strong technical competency in drilling engineering, well design, and well construction.
• Experience preparing drilling programs, AFEs, and cost estimates.

Nice To Haves

• Direct Alaska operational drilling experience, including North Slope operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead drilling engineering activities for exploration, appraisal, development, and workover wells.
• Develop well designs, casing programs, cementing programs, hydraulics, directional plans, drilling procedures, AFEs, cost estimates, and drilling schedules.
• Prepare detailed drilling programs in accordance with company standards, industry best practices, and Alaska regulatory requirements.
• Provide real-time engineering support during drilling operations and resolve technical challenges while optimizing safety, efficiency, and well performance.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards, well integrity requirements, and risk management processes; participate in incident investigations and lessons learned.
• Manage drilling budgets, monitor operational performance, and conduct end-of-well technical and financial reviews.
• Develop technical specifications, forecast long-lead materials, and work with contractors and service providers to ensure quality execution.
• Visit active drilling locations throughout Alaska, including remote and North Slope operations, to support field personnel, verify execution of drilling programs, evaluate operations, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering excellence across the organization.

Benefits

• Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and voluntary supplemental coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling and support services.
• Paid holidays observing major federal holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior