Sr Drilling Engineer

QB Energy•Denver, CO

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Drilling Engineer is responsible for planning, engineering, and supporting the execution of the company's drilling operations. This position requires a sound knowledge of well drilling and construction techniques, and the ability to plan, document, and ensure the execution of a safe, efficient, and effective drilling operation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline is required
10+ years of experience in drilling engineering or significant field exposure to drilling operations.
Proficiency in well planning software, drilling techniques and equipment (including horizontal/directional drilling and well control methods).
In-depth understanding of well control principles and drilling safety practices.
Proficiency with Aries, WellView, Petra, and MS Office Suite.
Strong project management and analytical skills.
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Creative problem-solver with high attention to safety, detail, and execution.

Nice To Haves

Experience with aerated drilling and/or Piceance basin drilling is a plus
Well Control Certification preferred.
Professional Registration (PE) preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver properly engineered and practical drilling and well construction programs, procedures, and cost estimates.
Utilize continuous improvement practices in the well design process to reduce well cycle times & cost
Lead the technical planning process for assigned wells, including well design, casing and cementing programs, and risk assessment.
Assist drill-site supervisors in the preparation of “Plan Forward” drilling procedures and guidelines to be reviewed with drilling crew and service crews in each phase of the operation.
Conduct offset data review of well histories and reconnaissance offset operations.
Evaluate, select, and procure well construction services and materials including tubulars, wellheads, cement, bits, directional, and drilling contractors.
Evaluate and select efficient, effective, and safe service contractors, and manage contractor performance.
Maintain close communications with drill-site supervisors and coordinate the preparation of quality daily drilling reports.
Maintain close communications with technical service representatives including cement, mud, and rental equipment.
Manage and maintain the WellView drilling database.
Quality check field data input including casing tally, cement data, and wellbore schematics.
Ensure EH&S policies are adhered to across drilling operations.
Ensure that drill-site contractors are deploying safe work practices and that contractor safety programs are appropriate and in active practice.
Embrace a multi-disciplinary team approach to all aspects of the work. Collaborate with staff geologists, reservoir, land, production, field supervision, and EHS in planning and alignment with company goals and expectations.
Support State and Federal regulatory and environmental compliance and deliver professional testimony as required.
Participate in daily drilling operations conference calls.
Ensure all vendors comply with MSA requirements and execution.
Review and process invoices for accuracy, cost efficiency, and account coding.
Serve as a technical mentor to less experienced drilling engineers as the team grows.

Benefits

Medical Plan: QB Energy offers multiple medical plans to choose from o Lowest level plan premiums are covered at 100% for employees and dependents
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D covered by QB Energy
401k plan: QB Energy matches 100% of employee contributions up to the first 6% of compensation
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Gym membership reimbursement
Paid parking or RTD pass
Onsite gym
Cellphone reimbursement