Principal Drilling Engineer

Ormat Systems Ltd

Reno, NV, US
On-site
Planning and coordination of drilling activities
Preparation and implementation of drilling engineering programs
Optimization of drilling processes and operations
This position is responsible for the planning and coordination of drilling activities, serving as a project manager for drilling projects, and overseeing regulatory approvals and budget maintenance

Job Summary

  • This position is responsible for the planning and coordination of drilling activities, serving as a project manager for drilling projects, and overseeing regulatory approvals and budget maintenance.
  • Essential functions include leading project teams, preparing and managing drilling programs for timely and efficient execution, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and supervising drilling projects.
  • The role requires frequent national and international travel, the ability to work in remote field locations, and providing technical advice to drilling contractors and consultants.

Matching Summary

This position is responsible for the planning and coordination of drilling activities, serving as a project manager for drilling projects, and overseeing regulatory approvals and budget maintenance.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • planning and coordination of drilling activities
  • preparation and implementation of drilling engineering programs
  • optimization of drilling processes and operations
  • technical advice for drilling contractors
  • operate a vehicle in a safe manner
  • travel frequently nationally and internationally

Nice-to-have

  • reservoir management and wellfield operations
  • proactively make recommendations
  • strong sense of urgency and problem-solving skills
  • intense periods of activity

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering required
  • PMP certification preferred
  • 0 - 5 years experience Drilling Engineer
  • 3 - 9 years experience Project Drilling Engineer
  • 7 - 15 years experience Senior Drilling Engineer
  • 13 - 20 years experience Chief Drilling Engineer
  • valid driver’s license

Work Rights

Not specified

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