Well Planner

Scientific Drilling•Charleroi, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Scientific Drilling is seeking a Well Planner to join their team at the District Office in Charleroi, PA. Scientific Drilling is a global service company specializing in independent directional drilling and wellbore navigation, surveying, and logging. They are known for their industry-leading navigation systems that provide precise wellbore placement information, crucial for safe and efficient drilling operations worldwide. The company prides itself on developing innovative solutions for complex technical challenges.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in Engineering or Science (Mechanical, Petroleum, Civil, Industrial, Aerospace, Math, and Physics) or equivalent required.
Appropriate substitute of both employer coursework and industry experience may be considered.
2-3 years of well planning experience a plus.
1 - 3 years field experience in upstream oil and gas field drilling, surveying, measurement while drilling or directional planning is a plus.
Desire computer skills experience in MS Office.
Proficiency in Landmark Graphics COMPASS™ or equivalent Planning software.
Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 45 lbs., perceive depth and operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to wear proper personal protective equipment, including, but not limited to, safety glasses, hardhat, reinforced toed shoes, coveralls, gloves, and ear plugs or muffs.

Nice To Haves

Learns quickly and adapts to new problems and situations.
Pursues every job with drive and determination.
Uses logic to solve problems with effective solutions.
Is personally committed to continual improvement and client satisfaction.
Actively listens, and proficient in oral and written communication with managers, peers, and clients.
Presents self with professional appearance and behavior.
Ability to multi-task.
Proven track record of soft skills in communication and team building.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Engineers and customers to gather preliminary data and design well plans in customary formats, including Torque-Drag and Hydraulics when required.
Calculate well path designs using information provided by client's Engineers and geologists.
Prepare and/or approve planning reports, anti-collision reports, preliminary plots, and wall plots for clients, SDI office, and field use.
Supervise daily updates to appropriate databases with daily surveys provided by SDI field personnel.
Prepare and submit PVA plots and daily reports to clients.
Monitor and advise on close approach scenarios when drilling conditions necessitate.
Assist in monitoring Daily Key Performance Indicators (KPI) as required by clients, prepare and/or approve EOW (End of Well) Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), Final Reports and plots for clients and SDI office at the end of each job.
Potentially go on-site or to client site to consult with drilling personnel regarding wellbore position and other issues related to well planning, drilling engineering, or operations.
Develop proficiency using Torque & Drag and Hydraulics software to help clients understand drilling issues.
Learn more complex engineering software applications as applicable to advising clients.
Support other district Well Planners and Engineers to cover peak loads, provide computer support, and solve problems.
Provide well planning and engineering support for tenders and initial support when launching new districts.
Perform in-house well planning/engineering if applicable.
May participate in industry-specific best practices groups such as SPE, AADE, IADD, etc.
Actively engage in further academic and technical proficiency.
Must be cross-trained in Scientific Drilling applications.
Perform other relevant duties as required.