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Drilling Engineer – Now Hiring | Midland, Texas (Full-Time)
Drilling Engineer Jobs in Midland. Build the foundation for safe, high-performance wells in the heart of the Midland Basin. We’re seeking a skilled and driven Drilling Engineer to design and execute well pad construction that supports safe, efficient drilling throughout the life of the well. This role blends office leadership with field execution—ideal for engineers who thrive in both environments.
Work Schedule: Office-based Monday–Friday with ~30% field time
Location: Midland, Texas
🎯 Role Objective
Be a self-directed professional who maximizes asset value through risk-managed, value-based decision making, ensuring well locations are safe, efficient, and built to last.
🔹 Key Responsibilities
Field Operations
Promote and maintain a strong safety culture with all contractors and personnel on location
Maintain field cost estimates within 5% of actuals
Attend new location stakings with the land team and verify operational viability
Oversee new pad builds and facility pad construction to meet engineering specifications
Manage on-site logistics, vendors, and third-party personnel throughout the life of the well
Ensure full compliance with all laws, regulations, and safety standards
Confirm site readiness before rig mobilization
Gain hands-on rig exposure and support drilling operations when appropriate
Office & Engineering
Provide weekly updates and monthly cost accruals for locations
Maintain KMZ location records and documentation
Coordinate road and pad repairs with internal teams
Register pits with regulatory authorities prior to rig arrival
Oversee site reclamation, dewatering, and reserve pit closure
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure build sites meet all operational requirements
Continuously optimize processes and identify performance improvements
Evaluate vendor performance, cost efficiency, and operational quality
🔹 Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Strong Risk Management and Management of Change (MOC) knowledge
Familiarity with HESMS and applicable governmental regulations
Well Control Certification
Preferred Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Presentation and reporting capability
Experience with Landmark EDM Applications
Join a high-impact drilling team and help deliver safe, efficient, and value-driven well construction in one of the industry’s most active basins. Apply today.
