chief engineer drilling and recovery

B&B Hotel Hannover-City

Job Brief:Are you an experienced Managed Pressure Drilling Engineer with strong offshore/onshore drilling expertise? Do you have hands-on experience with MPD systems and well control operations?We are looking for a skilled Managed Pressure Drilling Engineer to join a reputed oil &amp; gas organization in Kuwait. The role involves planning, execution, and optimization of MPD operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling activities.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Plan, design, and execute Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) operations in accordance with well objectives and HSE standards.</li><li>Operate and monitor MPD systems including Rotating Control Devices (RCD), choke manifolds, and real-time pressure control equipment.</li><li>Analyze well data to maintain bottom-hole pressure within safe operating limits and mitigate drilling risks such as kicks, losses, and wellbore instability.</li><li>Coordinate with drilling, mud, logging, and well control teams to ensure seamless MPD integration.</li><li>Develop MPD procedures, contingency plans, and operational guidelines.</li><li>Troubleshoot MPD equipment and provide technical support during drilling operations.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Prepare daily reports, post-well analysis, and performance evaluations related to MPD operations.</li><li>Support training and mentoring of junior engineers and rig personnel on MPD practices.</li></ul>Required Qualification / Experience / Skills:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.</li><li>Minimum 5 years of experience in drilling operations, with proven hands-on experience in Managed Pressure Drilling.</li><li>Strong knowledge of well control principles, drilling hydraulics, and pressure management techniques.</li><li>Experience working with MPD service providers and advanced drilling technologies.</li><li>Ability to interpret real-time drilling data and make sound engineering decisions under pressure.</li><li>Strong communication and coordination skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.</li><li>Prior Middle East experience is an added advantage.</li></ul>Job Location: KuwaitSalary: NegotiableType of Employment: Full Time / Contract (as per project requirement)What you can expect from the employer:Vacation Air Ticket: Provided for the candidate onlyOther benefits, as per company policy and Kuwaiti labour law.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Do you have hands-on experience in Managed Pressure Drilling operations?</li><li>Have you worked with MPD equipment such as RCDs and choke manifolds?</li><li>Are you experienced in well control and pressure management techniques?</li><li>Are you willing to work 12-hour shifts in Kuwait?</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Engineer

Weatherford

<div>Job Overview
The Project Engineer Mechanics is a senior technical role responsible for the development and deployment of advanced mechanics-based models supporting drilling and well construction operations. The role emphasizes drilling mechanics, structural integrity, downhole dynamics, and mechanical system behavior. This position plays a key role in advancing physics-based modeling solutions and mentoring engineering teams. 
Responsibilities
<ul><li>Lead the development of mechanical and structural models related to drilling and well construction.
</li><li>Develop and tune static and transient mechanical models including torque &amp; drag, vibration, and downhole dynamics.
</li><li>Perform analysis related to BHA integrity, failure mechanisms, abrasion, and fatigue.
</li><li>Apply Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and explicit dynamics modeling to drilling systems.
</li><li>Collaborate with engineers, software developers, and product teams to deliver integrated modeling solutions.
</li><li>Conduct research into drilling mechanics and dynamic system behavior.
</li><li>Evaluate third-party mechanical modeling tools and assess applicability to existing products.
</li><li>Identify risks, uncertainties, and limitations in mechanical modeling approaches.
</li><li>Publish technical papers and represent the company at industry forums.
</li><li>Mentor and supervise junior engineers.
</li><li>Fulfill responsibilities related to competency management and mandatory training.
</li><li>Ensure compliance with all company safety standards and policies.
</li><li>Develop physics-based models for engineering software. 
</li></ul>Skills:
<ul><li>Strong expertise in drilling mechanics and downhole mechanical systems.
</li><li>Experience with torque &amp; drag, vibration, explicit dynamics, and structural integrity modeling.
</li><li>Proven application of physics-based mechanical models in drilling operations.
</li><li>Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
</li><li>Strong understanding of drilling dynamics and mechanical failure analysis.
</li><li>Strong technical documentation and presentation skills.
</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, mentoring, and leadership capabilities.
</li><li>Ability to manage multiple technical challenges simultaneously.
</li><li>Proficient in programming languages such as Python and/or C or C++
</li></ul>Preferred :
<ul><li>Proficient in portfolio or a public GitHub repository
</li><li>Familiarity with CFD as it relates to mechanical-hydraulic interaction.
</li><li>Knowledge of directional drilling engineering.
</li>Experience working in fast-paced, performance-driven environments. 
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</li></ul>Qualifications
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
</li><li>Minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience.
</li>Preferred: PhD in a technical or scientific discipline with a minimum of 5 years of industry experience. 
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</li></ul>#LI-MD1</div>

Project Engineer Mechanics - Drilling Services

<div><div>Job Overview
The Project Engineer Hydraulics is a senior technical role responsible for the conceptualization, development, validation, and deployment of advanced engineering models supporting drilling and well construction operations. This role focuses on accurately characterizing steady-state and transient hydraulic behavior and requires close collaboration with domain experts, data scientists, and software developers. The position carries an expectation to lead research initiatives and mentor junior engineers. 
Responsibilities
<ul><li>Lead the development and optimization of steady-state and transient hydraulic models.
</li><li>Select, develop, test, validate, and benchmark analytical and computational models for drilling hydraulics.
</li><li>Characterize complex hydraulic processes including multiphase flow, non-linear rheology, cuttings transport, and pressure management.
</li><li>Conduct research in analytical and computational modeling of drilling hydraulic systems.
</li><li>Collaborate with modeling engineers, software developers, and product lines to enhance existing modeling solutions.
</li><li>Partner with data scientists to develop hybrid solutions combining physics-based models with AI/ML.
</li><li>Evaluate third-party modeling solutions and assess integration potential.
</li><li>Identify modeling risks, uncertainties, and accuracy limitations during planning and execution.
</li><li>Produce technical publications and contribute to industry conferences.
</li><li>Mentor and technically guide junior engineers.
</li><li>Ensure compliance with all company safety rules, policies, and mandatory training requirements.
</li><li>Develop physics-based models for engineering software. 
</li></ul>Skills
<ul><li>Strong expertise in drilling hydraulics modeling.
</li><li>Hands-on experience with steady-state and transient hydraulic simulation tools.
</li><li>Proven background in physics-based modeling for hydraulic processes.
</li><li>Experience with multiphase flow, non-linear rheology, cuttings transport, and fluid abrasion.
</li><li>Strong technical writing and presentation skills with a record of industry publications.
</li><li>Experience with CFD modeling techniques.
</li><li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
</li><li>Ability to work effectively in cross-functional, multicultural teams.
</li><li>Proficient in programming languages such as Python and/or C or C++
</li></ul>Preferred :
<ul><li>Proficient in portfolio or a public GitHub repository
</li><li>Familiarity with software development processes.
</li>Understanding of business and financial drivers. 
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</li></ul>Qualifications
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
</li><li>Minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience.
</li>Preferred: PhD in a technical or scientific discipline with a minimum of 5 years of industry experience. 
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</li></ul><div></div><div>#LI-MD1</div></div></div>

Project Engineer Hydraulics - Managed Pressure Drilling

Baker Hughes

<div>
 Are you a Project Engineer looking for a new challenge?
 
 
 Do you enjoy being part of a successful team?
 
 
 
 Join our Completions team
 
 
 
 We are the leader in well construction and production. Our innovative physical and digital solutions improve efficiency, production and maximize reservoir value.
 
 
 
 Partner with the best
 
 
 
 As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Providing skilled level engineering support for all current customer contracts, key field product application and/or completion product performance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Developing Technical Operating Manuals (TOM), Hook up drawings, Operating Procedures System Limits, Decision Tree/ Matrix, Torque &amp; Drag, Tubemove with other models and review them with customer and Global Engineering teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Determining Equipment Specifications/Ratings, drawings, running procedures and equipment compatibility for the sales team according to customer requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Providing technical training to customer and Baker Hughes employees as necessary
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist with well specific job design based on applications and review with customer before handover to operations
 </li>
 <li>
 Assisting with technical requirements during pre-tendering phase &amp; Technical Proposals for Tender submission
 </li>
 <li>
 Performing new technology introduction and collaboration with product line to implement it
 </li>
 <li>
 Providing Engineering support for troubleshooting rig operations
 </li>
 <li>
 Investigating unusual or unsatisfactory product performance to determine root cause and preventative action
 </li>
 <li>
 Conducting all business activities in accordance with Baker Hughes HSE policies, Legal Compliance requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Handling special projects as assigned
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Fuel your passion
 
 
 
 
 To be successful in this role you will:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Have a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering (or a high school diploma / GED) with at least 10 years of experience in Upper Completions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrate Exceptional knowledge in Upper Completions products and Intelligent Production Systems (Smart Completions), preferably deepwater operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Show excellent technical writing skills and proficiency in CAD and MS Office suite
 </li>
 <li>
 Have knowledge of open hole and cased hole completions systems
 </li>
 <li>
 Have thorough understanding of down hole hydraulics, Torque &amp; Drag, Tubemove Models &amp; MS Office applications
 </li>
 <li>
 Be able to work with little supervision and to work well with the team
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Work in a way that works for you
 
 
 
 Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Comprehensive private medical care options
 </li>
 <li>
 Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
 </li>
 <li>
 Tailored financial programs
 </li>
 <li>
 Additional elected or voluntary benefits
 </li>
 <li>
 Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Working with us
 
 
 
 Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
 
 
 
 Working for you
 
 
 
 Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:
 
 
 
 About Us:
 
 
 
 We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward &ndash; making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.
 
 
 
 Join Us:
 
 
 
 Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let&rsquo;s come together and take energy forward.
 
 
 Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
 
 
 
 R158964
 
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Project Engineer - Completions and Wellbore Intervention - Upper Completions

<div>
 Are you a Project Engineer looking for a new challenge?
 
 
 Do you enjoy being part of a successful team?
 
 
 
 Join our Completions team
 
 
 
 We are the leader in well construction and production. Our innovative physical and digital solutions improve efficiency, production and maximize reservoir value.
 
 
 
 Partner with the best
 
 
 
 As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Providing skilled level engineering support for all current customer contracts, key field product application and/or completion product performance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Developing Technical Operating Manuals (TOM), Hook up drawings, Operating Procedures System Limits, Decision Tree/ Matrix, Torque &amp; Drag, Tubemove with other models and review them with customer and Global Engineering teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Determining Equipment Specifications/Ratings, drawings, running procedures and equipment compatibility for the sales team according to customer requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Providing technical training to customer and Baker Hughes employees as necessary
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist with well specific job design based on applications and review with customer before handover to operations
 </li>
 <li>
 Assisting with technical requirements during pre-tendering phase &amp; Technical Proposals for Tender submission
 </li>
 <li>
 Performing new technology introduction and collaboration with product line to implement it
 </li>
 <li>
 Providing Engineering support for troubleshooting rig operations
 </li>
 <li>
 Investigating unusual or unsatisfactory product performance to determine root cause and preventative action
 </li>
 <li>
 Conducting all business activities in accordance with Baker Hughes HSE policies, Legal Compliance requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Handling special projects as assigned
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Fuel your passion
 
 
 
 
 To be successful in this role you will:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Have a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering (or a high school diploma / GED) with at least 10 years of experience in Lower Completions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrate Exceptional knowledge in Lower Completions (Cased hole/Open hole Gravel pack operations), preferably deepwater operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Show excellent technical writing skills and proficiency in CAD and MS Office suite
 </li>
 <li>
 Have knowledge of open hole and cased hole completions systems
 </li>
 <li>
 Have thorough understanding of down hole hydraulics, Torque &amp; Drag, Tubemove Models &amp; MS Office applications
 </li>
 <li>
 Be able to work with little supervision and to work well with the team
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Work in a way that works for you
 
 
 
 Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Comprehensive private medical care options
 </li>
 <li>
 Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
 </li>
 <li>
 Tailored financial programs
 </li>
 <li>
 Additional elected or voluntary benefits
 </li>
 <li>
 Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Working with us
 
 
 
 Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
 
 
 
 Working for you
 
 
 
 Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:
 
 
 
 About Us:
 
 
 
 We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward &ndash; making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.
 
 
 
 Join Us:
 
 
 
 Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let&rsquo;s come together and take energy forward.
 
 
 Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
 
 
 
 R158965
 
</div>

Project Engineer - Completions and Wellbore Intervention - Lower Completions

AJ Al Asmawi Group

The Role
 <ul>
<li>Technical experience in API 5CT/6A/7-1/16A/16C/16D Products • Prepare Quotations, Tenders, Contracts and costing • Calling on assigned accounts to sell Oilfield Products, repair products and services within a specified territory background in sales, proposals, project management, operations, and planning, bring a unique blend of skills and experiences. • Performance-oriented role in sales consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic, a results-driven mindset, and a passion for exceeding expectations. • Strong ability to communicate effectively with clients / customers and negotiate win-win outcomes consistently shall lead to increase revenue and client satisfaction. • Specialist of proposals, ability to analyze RFP requirements, develop compelling proposals, and coordinate the efforts of cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality submissions. • Define project scope, establishing timelines, allocating resources, and managing risks. • Strong experience in conducting cost-benefit analyses, and leveraging technology to drive operational excellence. • Keep a track record of working closely with vendors, managing inventory levels, and ensuring on-time delivery. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities enable to anticipate and mitigate potential supply chain disruptions effectively. • Coordinating and resolving customer service issues in a manner that retains the clients / customer and provides an opportunity to additional revenue in the future. • Collaborate with diverse teams, and make keep the professional safe work environment.</li>
</ul>
Requirements
 Person Specification – Job Knowledge / Education: • Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification. • Min of 4 Years Technical experience in API 5CT/6A/7- 1/16A/16C/16D Products . •Strong interpersonal, and communications skills and outstanding ability to develop relationship with others. • Self-starter and ability to troubleshoot and solve technical problems • Safe driving record and valid driver’s license
 
About the company
 The AJ Al Asmawi Group of Companies is a large, diversified business conglomerate operating in industries including Trading, Oil and Gas, Metal Fabrications, Metal Coating, Polystyrene, Transportation, Food and Beverage, Logistics, Road Building Contracting and Real Estate Developing. Since its conceptualization in 1980, the group has transformed into a front-runner in multiple business sectors and has tackled heavy-duty challenges on the road to success. As one of the regions largest independent family-owned groups, AJ Al Asmawi Group is built on a resilient foundation of trust, commitment and integrity, and even through changing and turbulent times, AJ has scaled from strength to strength, across different business industries. AJ Al Asmawi Group was set up in Dubai, UAE where, decades ago, trade and commerce flourished in conjunction with the discovery of oil and gas reserves in 1966. UAE soon rose to the forefront of business hubs in the Arabian Gulf, and it is in this environment that AJ Al Asmawi Group began to develop its business practices. Through interests in trade, construction, manufacturing, transport and Oil and Gas, Mr. Abdul Jalil Mahdi Mohd Al Asmawi founded the business, and injected direction and guidance into the group that grew it into the powerful, diversified conglomerate it is today. Abdul Jalil Mahdi Mohd Al Asmawi carved a niche for the organization through his vision, which was supported by his father Mr. Mahdi Al Asmawi. He is now one of the pivotal heads of the business across many industries in the Middle East. A strategic move in 1983 brought Al Jalil International General Trading LLC (Dubai, UAE) under the leadership of Mr. Abdul Jalil Mahdi Al Asmawi, and in accordance with his directive, AJ Group incorporated a keen focus on the heavy construction equipment trading sector, and undertook ventures in real estate, manufacturing, industry and transportation. Through the last 45 years, AJ Al Asmawi Group has developed lucrative projects and ventures in Dubais bustling, modern business eco-system. We strive to provide service excellence and a unique experience to all clients through our professional and passionate teams AJ Al Asmawi Group also boasts a dedicated team of professionals who believe in innovation and progressive business management models. The groups corporate strategy reflects a commitment to sustainable business practices, balanced responsibility, continual growth and sustainable productivity.

API Estimation Engineer (API 5CT/6A/7-1/16A/16C/16D) Drilling/Oil & Gas Industry

Reliance Industries Limited

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 Job Accountabilities
 
 
 
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 To check the drilling fluid parameters assist in designing the hydraulic programs for hole cleaning and pore pressure.
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 To analyse the produced gas and water sample from CBM wells and testing of Prop pant sand for procurement.
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 Planning of different cement jobs/ acidisation / cement squeezing.
 </li>
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 To operate and maintenance of all type of laboratory instruments
 </li>
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 Sampling bonding of prop pant sand and other chemicals &amp; testing of cement sample at factory premises.
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 Interaction with the drilling engineer, completion engineer and G&amp;G personnel for better performance
 </li>
 <li>
 Quality control of the chemicals for a better performance and cost of the inventory control
 </li>
 <li>
 Mud quality and effective drilling operation
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintenance and operating of all types of laboratory equipment
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Quality control testing well / chemicals / produced fluids
 
 
 
 Skill &amp; Competencies
 
 
 
 Good communication skill
 
 
 
 Education Required
 
 
 
 BE (Chemical) / M.Sc. (Chemistry)
 
 
 
 Experience Required
 
 
 
 Minimum 3 years in working experience in upstream (E&amp;P) Oil/Gas
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Chemist Field Operation

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