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... Chevron are part of multi-disciplinary teams which vary in make-up but can include petroleum engineers, geologists, geophysicists, facility engineers, drilling and completion engineers, data ...

... Chevron are part of multi-disciplinary teams which vary in make-up but can include petroleum engineers, geologists, geophysicists, facility engineers, drilling and completion engineers, data ...

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How much do chevron drilling jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for chevron drilling in the United States is $27.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $30.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Chevron Drilling?

A Chevron Drilling job involves working on oil and gas drilling operations under Chevron, a major energy company. These roles can include drillers, engineers, rig supervisors, and technicians responsible for planning, executing, and optimizing drilling activities. Employees ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with environmental regulations while extracting resources from underground reservoirs. Depending on the role, workers may operate drilling equipment, analyze geological data, or oversee operations on offshore and onshore rigs.

What does a Chevron Drilling employee's work schedule and environment look like?

Chevron Drilling employees often work rotational shifts, such as two weeks on and two weeks off, especially for offshore or remote locations. The work environment is highly collaborative, with teams composed of engineers, technicians, geologists, and safety professionals working together to achieve drilling objectives. While the job can involve long hours and challenging physical conditions, Chevron places a strong emphasis on safety, training, and employee well-being. This structured team approach ensures that each project meets both operational and safety standards efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for Chevron Drilling?

To thrive in Chevron Drilling positions, candidates typically need a background in petroleum engineering, drilling operations, or related technical fields, often supported by industry certifications such as IWCF or Well Control. Familiarity with specialized drilling equipment, drilling management software, and adherence to safety systems is crucial. Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, adaptability, and effective communication are highly valued in this dynamic environment. These skills are essential to ensure operational safety, efficiency, and successful project delivery in complex drilling operations.

Does Chevron do drilling?

Chevron Drilling is a role involved in operating and maintaining drilling equipment to extract oil and natural gas from underground reservoirs. Drilling jobs typically require technical skills, safety training, and knowledge of drilling rigs and procedures. The company conducts drilling operations as part of its exploration and production activities.
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2026-2027 Wells Engineer Full Time (Previous Intern)

Chevron

Houston, TX

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 12 days ago


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Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

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70th of 87 rated oil and gas companies


Job description

Chevronis one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. We believe affordable, reliable and ever-cleaner energy is essential to achieving a more prosperous and sustainable world.Chevronproduces crude oil and natural gas; manufactures transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals and additives; and develops technologies that enhance our business and the industry. To advance a lower-carbon future, we are focused on cost efficiently lowering our carbon intensity, increasing renewables and offsets in support of our business, and investing in low-carbon technologies that enable commercial solutions. More information aboutChevronis available atwww.chevron.com.

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of entry-level Wells Engineers located in:

  • Bakersfield, California

  • Covington, Louisiana

  • Houston, Texas

  • Midland, Texas

  • Greeley, Colorado

Entry-level Wells Engineers (Horizons Program) - Wells engineers have both office and field based assignments as part of their early career development. Field based assignments typically include: Drill Site Representatives for on-site drilling operations including exploratory wells and development wells, and/or Well Site Representatives for on-site frac spreads and well intervention operations on producing wells. Office assignments can be: drilling engineer, completions engineer, and/or well intervention engineer. Typical responsibilities for drilling engineering include: cost estimation, bit and drill string design, casing and cement design, and mud program design. Typical responsibilities for completions engineering include: cost estimation, well completion design including fracture or sand control design, well completion fluid recommendation, production tubing string design and effective nodal analysis, including understanding the integrated production system to effectively optimize production. Typical responsibilities for well intervention engineering include: designing, planning, supporting, and supervising well intervention and completion procedures, applying technology and innovation in remediating wells the use of coiled tubing and snubbing units.

As part of your development, you will participate in the Wells Horizons program. Horizons is an employee development program designed to accelerate the knowledge, skills and self-confidence of Chevron's new workforce. The program's primary focus is the first three to five (3-5) years of an employee's career and provides a solid foundation of knowledge and experience, that enables participants to quickly contribute at a higher level. The program combines on the job training with technical learning to enhance the learning experience.

Opportunities may exist to transfer to overseas locations after developing core Wells engineering competencies. Mobility is encouraged as there are many opportunities for Chevron Wells engineers to work in a variety of assignments at different locations, both domestic and international.

Required Qualifications:

  • Students completing the last year of the requirements for their Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate degree in Petroleum, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or individuals with a Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate degree in Petroleum, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree with less than 2 years of directly related work experience.

  • Strong academic performance in core programs, communication, leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills are of extreme importance.

  • Position may require driving on a routine basis.

Relocation Options:
Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters.

Additional Application Instructions:

Please submit your resume and unofficial transcript(s) for review.

Chevron regrets that it will not sponsor employment visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position unless the candidatepossesses aPh.D. or is currently enrolled in a Ph.D.program.

This position may involve CTC technologies that are subject to U.S. export controls and trade sanctions. These export control laws apply to individuals who are (a) not U.S. citizens, permanent resident aliens, temporary resident aliens, applicants for temporary resident status, refugees, or asylees; and who are also (b) current citizens or permanent residents of a country that is subject to comprehensive trade sanctions under U.S. export control law,http://www.treasury.gov/resource-center/sanctions/Pages/default.aspx. As such, we regret that we would be unable to provide a meaningful internship experience at CTC for you because under government regulations, CTC would not be able to allow access to such technologies absent an authorization from the U.S. government. For this reason, CTC is not considering applicants who are current citizens and/or permanent residents of countries subject to comprehensive U.S. trade sanctions.

Important Information

Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions

  • The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law.

  • The anticipated salary range for this position is $120,000 - $144,000. The selected candidate's compensation will be determined based on their respective degree level and discipline for U.S. payroll offers.

  • Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which includes, but is not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at http://hr2.chevron.com/.

U.S. Regulatory notice:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com.

Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.


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Chevron is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. We believe affordable, reliable and ever-cleaner energy is essential to achieving a more prosperous and sustainable world. Chevron produces crude oil and natural gas; manufactures transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals and additives; and develops technologies that enhance our business and the industry. We are focused on lowering the carbon intensity in our operations and seeking to grow lower carbon businesses along with our traditional business lines. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.

Industry

Oil and coal products manufacturing, civic and social organizations and oil and gas extraction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Ramon, CA, US

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