Wellsite Drilling Engineer

Overview

Onsite drilling engineer managing underbalanced drilling operations and coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• pump monitoring
• bha review
• wellflo calculations
• fluid analysis
• sop supervision
• safety coaching

Tasks

-During N2 operations, closely monitor N2 pump rates to ensure it is pumped in a safe manner, rates are maintained as per program me and onsite inventory is reported to the Aramco Forman and WSTL. -Review BHA sheets prior to assembly and monitor assembly of same. -Stay in close communication with the BH office Technical advisor. -Recommends update to all SOP’s relative to learning’s using the MOC system. -Maintain UB condition by adjusting liquid pump rate, N2 rate (if in use) and/or choke settings as per Aramco Foreman, WSTL and DD. -Supervise execution of all SOP’s in a safe and efficient manner -Use WellFlo multi-phase flow software to calculate and ensure liquid velocities, gas velocities and mix liquid / gas velocities are sufficient for hole cleaning. Advise any questionable values to; Aramco Foreman, WSTL, DD, UB Supervisor and Driller. -Promote safe work practice by; leading TBT, safety leadership, safety coaching and JSA’s. -Ensure Geological samples are captured as per procedure and frequency as per standing Aramco Forman’s instructions and/or as per Bio-steering and Geologist requirements. -Ensure, drill fluid, kill fluid, Hi-Vis products and friction reducer are prepared correctly and properties maintained as per Aramco Foreman and WSTL. -Monitor on site fresh water and kill fluid volumes are maintained as per program . -Ensure regular compositional analysis of fluid returns is conducted using centrifuge grind outs and results are documented accordingly. -On H2S wells above 100 ppm monitor fluid returns to the ground pit for dissolved sulphides, treat out dissolved sulphides with caustic soda and liquid H2S scavenger as per; Mud-man, Aramco Foreman and WSTL. -Review current Drilling Program prior to commencement of operation and ensure all clarifications, errors and corrections have been addressed. -Ensure flared gas is minimized and export gas is maximized. -Use WellFlo to calculate lag times for changes in; depth, circulating rates and production rates, changes in lag times to be reported to the Aramco Forman, WSTL, UB Supervisor, Choke Operator and Driller -Ensure Vis pill sweep frequency and wiper trip length / sequence / schedule is adjusted as per hole conditions in conjunction with instructions of the Aramco Foreman and WSTL and / or under advice of DD and Driller.

Requirements

• ubd experience
• sop knowledge
• engineering degree
• coiled tubing
• well control

What You Bring

-Have minimum 3 to 8-years’ experience in UBD -Must have good working knowledge of all SOP’s both operating and contingency. -Have a bachelor’ degree in an Engineering discipline from an accredited college or university -Have understanding of Coiled Tubing and underbalanced Drilling System -Have comprehensive knowledge of well control best practices and procedures

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Benefits

-Additional elected or voluntary benefits -Safety net of life insurance and disability programs -This role is working with our customer on-site in locations across the world. When onsite, you will have the flexibility to work in line with customer working patterns. When projects are complete, we offer you the opportunity to take extended leave before you take on your next project -Tailored financial programs -Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities -Comprehensive private medical care options

About Baker Hughes

-Specializing in oil and gas exploration, drilling, and production, the company has a history of pioneering new technologies. -Notable for innovations like the world's first automated drilling system, the company has been at the forefront of optimizing energy operations. -The company is integral to major global projects, from large-scale energy exploration to developing critical infrastructure. -Has built a reputation for solving complex challenges, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and sustainability. -In recent years, the company has expanded its portfolio to include digital solutions, automation, and advanced analytics. -Has contributed significantly to global energy transitions, developing cutting-edge solutions for energy efficiency and sustainability.

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