Drilling Engineer

Job Description The Drilling Engineer will support Hercules Offshore Drilling & Completion (D&C) team. This position will manage directional planning databases and coordinate interfaces between engineering, operations, logistics, and subsurface teams.Responsibilities:Specifically work with the D&C Well Delivery Team on the development phase I drilling campaignEnsure compliance with Company and Drilling & Completion policies, standards and approved proceduresManage wells directional planning database plus survey databaseDrafting and owning project Directional Surveying PolicyManage the interfaces between engineering, operations, logistics and subsurface during all phases of the well/projectLiaison and management of daily interface between D&C and all stakeholdersSupport drilling engineering projectsWork with the Well Delivery Team on Phase I drilling campaignManage directional planning and survey databases (Compass)Draft and maintain the project's Directional Surveying PolicyPerform torque, drag, and hydraulics analysis using industry software for program optimizationAssist in well planning, design, engineering, costing, and operational executionPrepare scopes of work for tenders, evaluate vendors, and draft award recommendationsEnsure Well Barrier Schematics are current and validMaintain campaign performance database (TvD curves, NPT records, KPIs)Coordinate After Action Reviews (AAR) and Lessons Learned databaseEngage and manage service companies to ensure safe and efficient deliveryParticipate in risk assessments, DWOP/CWOP, and pre-job planning meetingsRequirementsEducation:Bachelor's degree in EngineeringExperience:6-8 years in drilling engineering with operators or service companiesExperience in multi-well development projects with directional/horizontal wellsProficiency in Landmark tools (Wellplan, StressCheck, Compass) or equivalentsValid IWCF Level 4 certification preferred