Wellbore Positioning Engineer

Helmerich & Payne, Inc.

$86K — $143K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 0-5 years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
  • Bachelor's degree required; STEM degree preferred.
  • General knowledge of drilling and rig operations.
  • Understanding of MWD and wellbore positioning concepts.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Responsibilities

  • QC and maintain survey set data using proprietary software.
  • Identify and correct survey errors through data analysis.
  • Troubleshoot basic issues with MWD operators.
  • Monitor Collision Avoidance risks actively.
  • Interface with customers through calls and meetings.
  • Become familiar with H&P Survey Management analysis techniques.
  • Build and maintain relationships with customers and field personnel.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts.
  • 401k match.
  • Paid Leave Plans.
  • Parental & Adoption Benefits.
  • Disability Coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Educational Assistance.
  • Learning & Development Opportunities.
  • Flex-scheduling available for qualifying positions.
Full Job Description
At a Glance:

As part of H&P's Survey Management team, you'll deliver Survey Management and Wellbore Placement services to MWD operators and customers, both on location and remotely. Working from an H&P Remote Operations Center (ROC), you'll combine strong communication, data analysis, and organizational skills to maintain accuracy and efficiency in survey corrections and wellbore placement responsibilities.

Location: Tulsa, OK or Denver, CO

Work Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: 7/7 work schedule (One week on and one week off), 12 hour shifts

#LI-Onsite

What you will do:
  • QC and maintain survey set data using proprietary software.
  • Identify survey errors through various data analysis techniques and provide survey corrections in a timely matter to the MWD operator on the rig site.
  • Troubleshoot basic issues with the MWD operator.
  • Actively monitor Collision Avoidance risks.
  • Interface with both internal and external customers (including but not limited to phone calls, virtual meetings, and in-person meetings.)
  • Become intimately familiar with the various H&P Survey Management data analysis techniques and processes.
  • Build and maintain relationships with customers and field personnel.
  • Demonstrate the H&P company values: Actively C.A.R.E., Service Attitude, Innovative Spirit, Teamwork, and Do the Right Thing.


What you need:
  • 0-5 years' prior experience working in the oil and gas industry.
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Degree in technical or STEM related field preferred.
  • General knowledge of drilling and rig operations.
  • General knowledge of MWD and wellbore positioning concepts.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and customer awareness.
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Creative problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong understanding of math and statistical analysis.
  • Proficient at time management and able to multitask.
  • Ability to work well in a collaborative, team-based environment.
  • Willing to work in a 24/7 operations center. This includes 12-hour shifts, for 7 consecutive days with the following 7 days off.
  • Willing to work out of Tulsa, OK or Denver, CO.


Not a must, but a plus
  • 1-2 years' prior experience working in the oil and gas industry.
  • MWD and/or Directional Drilling experience.
  • Previous remote operations experience.


Pay Range: $86,805 - $143,000 annual

What we offer:

At H&P, our commitment to our people is at the forefront, and that includes benefits that provide employees a sense of health and financial security. We know that life continues outside of employment and actively caring of our people is our priority.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts
  • 401k match
  • Paid Leave Plans
  • Parental & Adoption Benefits
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Educational Assistance
  • Learning & Development Opportunities
  • Flex-scheduling available for qualifying positions to achieve work-life integration


The job level and associated compensation for this position will be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and alignment with the role's requirements. Final compensation for this role may vary depending on individual factors.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

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