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Apprentice Offshore Drilling Rig Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Seatrium

Sr. Drafter

Houston, TX

This position designs components for drilling equipment and other mechanical systems. Familiarity w/ Offshore Mobile Jack-Up Rig Design. Knowledge of AutoCAD and Inventor, Material Specifications ...

NABORS

Principal Mechanical Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Drilling operations and rig crew functions. * Code requirements pertaining to the design, construction, safety, and operation of both land and offshore drilling rigs including but not limited to API ...

Enterprise Offshore Drilling

Roustabout

Houston, TX · On-site

They work under the direction of the Crane Operator and will use hand and power tools to perform maintenance and repairs to drilling rig equipment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Prepares ...

NABORS

Senior Engineer- Structural

Houston, TX · On-site

$96K - $130K/yr

Drilling and rig crew functions and How drilling structures are used during operation. * How ... offshore drilling rigs including but not limited to API, ASCE, etc. * Discipline specific ...

Transocean Ltd.

Assistant Driller

Houston, TX · On-site

$21.25 - $29/hr

Offshore Drilling Group Transocean is focused on being the employer of choice for the drilling ... Responsible to follow up on the working environment within the rig department. OPERATIONAL ...

Valaris

Assistant Driller

Houston, TX · On-site

$22 - $29.75/hr

... the rig floor and associated areas to Valaris drilling standards with a particular focus on clear escape routes and walkways. Qualifications / Experience * Three years offshore experience.

iWorkforce Solutions LP

MPD Field Operator

Midland, TX · On-site

$36 - $40/hr

Safely install, rig up, operate, and rig down MPD equipment on drilling locations. * Monitor and ... Experience supporting offshore or international drilling projects. Physical Requirements * Ability ...

NOV, Inc.

Project Manager, Automation Performance

Houston, TX · On-site

$87K - $114K/yr

NOV Rig Technologies makes and supports the world's most advanced drilling solutions. To learn more ... Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical troubleshooting and repair of offshore oilfield ...

Valaris

Assistant Driller

Houston, TX

$22 - $29.75/hr

... the rig floor and associated areas to Valaris drilling standards with a particular focus on clear escape routes and walkways. Qualifications / Experience * Three years offshore experience.

iWorkforce Solutions LP

MPD Field Operator

Katy, TX · On-site

$36 - $40/hr

... drilling rig operations.This role is responsible for the installation, operation, maintenance ... Experience supporting offshore or international drilling projects.Physical RequirementsAbility to ...

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What is the difference between Apprentice Offshore Drilling Rig vs Roustabout Offshore Drilling Rig?

AspectApprentice Offshore Drilling RigRoustabout Offshore Drilling Rig
CredentialsBasic safety certifications, on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma, safety certifications, some experience
Work EnvironmentTraining environment on drilling rigs, supervised tasksManual labor on drilling platforms, equipment handling
Job RoleLearning drilling operations, assisting crewMaintaining equipment, cleaning, assisting with rig operations

While both roles work on offshore drilling rigs, an Apprentice Offshore Drilling Rig is primarily in training, focusing on learning drilling operations under supervision. A Roustabout Offshore Drilling Rig is more experienced, performing manual labor and equipment maintenance. The apprentice role is ideal for those starting their offshore career, whereas roustabouts are essential for daily rig operations.

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Principal Engineer - Aftermarket

Weatherford International

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Weatherford rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 86 rated oil and gas companies

Job description


The Principal Engineer - Aftermarket provides critical engineering support for our products and systems post-sale. This role focuses on maximizing equipment uptime, performance, and longevity by diagnosing complex field and Repair & Maintenance (R&M) issues, designing retrofit kits, and developing custom engineering solutions for legacy products. Acting as a vital bridge between field service teams, manufacturing, and the customer, you will turn operational challenges into engineering solutions that drive long-term client satisfaction and aftermarket revenue growth.
Responsibilities:
  • Field and R&M Engineering Support: Diagnose complex equipment failures, perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA), and provide timely technical solutions to field service teams and customers
  • Retrofit & Upgrade Design: Create custom modifications, upgrade packages, and engineered solutions to improve the efficiency, safety, and reliability of installed systems
  • Documentation & CAD Modelling: Generate detailed 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, schematics, and accurate bills of materials (BOMs) for replacement and legacy parts
  • Technical Asset Management: Develop and update product repair manuals, preventative maintenance guidelines, service bulletins, and testing procedures
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the product line, sales, supply chain, and production teams to scope custom repair projects, estimate engineering hours, and build accurate customer quotes
  • Leadership: Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across teams.
  • QHSE: Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements during all service activities

Required:
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in product design or field engineering, with proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, or Creo)
  • Proven track record of conducting root cause failure analysis and mechanical or electrical troubleshooting on industrial equipment,
  • Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) equipment experience and process
  • Proficient with the offshore drilling process (e.g., drilling engineering) and related equipment (e.g., subsea systems, controls, drilling riser, rig drilling equipment)
  • Exposure to digital/service analytics tools and predictive maintenance solutions
  • Leadership experience or informal team management
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex engineering concepts to non-technical stakeholders and clients
  • Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required

Preferred:
  • Proficient with the offshore drilling process (e.g., drilling engineering) and related equipment (e.g., subsea systems, controls, drilling riser, rig drilling equipment)
  • Exposure to digital/service analytics tools and predictive maintenance solutions
  • Leadership experience or informal team management

Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related technical field
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About Us
Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.
We are focused on technology development, digital solutions, and defining our footprint in the new energy space. Our ability to provide integrated solutions across our segments will be critical to growth in our core operations and the energy transition.
Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, world-class team.
When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger - a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.
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Weatherford 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.

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