Senior Drilling Engineer / Aberdeen

The client is currently recruiting for the position of Senior Drilling Engineer, based in Aberdeen.

Responsibilities:
* Coordination of the well delivery process. Creation of supporting documentation in conjunction with the drilling engineer; Drilling Programme, HAZID / HAZOP, DWOP, Pre-spud, HSE Notification, governmental applications & consents, MoC and RA, derogations, abandonment plans, end of well reports, after action reviews, experience sharing (anticipate REXs, lessons learnt), SIMOPS & bridging Documents etc.
* Lead the Well Scope of Requirement (WSOR) process from within the drilling & wells team. Input to the WSOR to ensure the well delivery process is managed correctly
* Providing live drilling engineering support to operations (casing design, directional, hydraulics, swab and surge, torque and drag, well control calculations etc.)
* Perform an average of one overnight rig visit per month
* Well project interface, when necessary, liaison with internal departments; asset, subsurface, reservoir, well performance, completion, testing, intervention, contracts & procurement, well examination etc.
* Prepare / review budget and duration estimates, raise related Contract Release Orders and Service Orders.
* Follow rig cost control, advise of any budget over-spend & follow-up end of well cost reporting
* Update and follow-up of the rig cost control for service contracts involved in drilling and completion operations
* Well design & delivery optimisation through applications of safe working practices, application of new technology & implementation of a drilling improvement plan (well performance improvement). Understanding of Greenhouse Gas Emissions & reduction plans. Ensure lessons learnt are captured and actions closed.
* Support the offshore workforce through communication, interaction & problem solving
* Equipment: Recommend equipment type & quantity including long lead items in conjunction with the QAQC & procurement team. Follow equipment development & qualification where necessary. Track equipment through the supply chain & prepare for well programme changes
* Mentor/Coach Rig site engineer and onshore drilling engineer.
* Teams: Work, collaborate & participate in teams of multi-disciplinary engineers in a hybrid working environment spending at least 60% of your time in the office, 100% in office when operational
* Studies: Undertake technical studies during the well planning process & supervise small task forces to resolve engineering / technical issues, ad-hoc support on pre-FID projects (technical, Time, Cost).
* Contract Management: manage the technical aspect of multiple contracts in your field of speciality including day-today activity, budget control, service quality reviews & tendering of multi-service line contracts. Have the ability to negotiate revised Terms & Conditions where necessary and the strength to combat awkward or difficult contractors.
* Delegation: Delegate for the Lead Drilling Engineer and Drilling & Completion Superintendent
* Assist the Lead Drilling Engineer and demonstrate commitment to safety
* Learn & develop Continuous Improvement Projects / Lean initiatives
* Perform the Technical Interface role between Company and its partners. Present & report to the partner forums
* Supervise and coach/mentor entry level engineers.

Experience & Qualifications:
* The job holder will hold a BSc or MSc or equivalent in appropriate engineering discipline (Mechanical, Chemical, Offshore or Petroleum) with relevant experience in well engineering.
* Capable of leading individuals for specific scopes
* Chain of Command Superintendent level
* Organisational skills to prioritise and manage a heavy workload in a rapidly changing environment
* Good computer skills, especially in Drilling Engineering software
* Job Holder will be committed to developing further skills and experience in their technical discipline & surrounding disciplines
* Well-developed knowledge of contractual / legal / terms & conditions / insurance issues
* Ability to drive high quality delivery of complex studies / projects with minimal supervision
* Previous experience in offshore supervision is a benefit

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