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Drilling Engineer - ACES JOB SUMMARY The Drilling Engineer will be accountable for engineering ... Estimate and control costs for wells activities Monitor all phases of the drilling operations ...

Lead Technician - Hydraulic

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$42K - $54K/yr

High level of expertise in assembly and testing of Hydraulic Power and Control units, subsea distribution equipment and drilling control systems. * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings ...

... the Drilling Control Account Manager and Drilling Subcontract Technical Representative. โ€ข ... Engineering or related field; however, a combination of education and/or relevant experience ...

... the Drilling Control Account Manager and Drilling Subcontract Technical Representative. โ€ข ... Engineering or related field; however, a combination of education and/or relevant experience ...

Company Description: Saipem is a global leader in the engineering and construction of major ... Asset Based Services , Drilling , Energy Carriers , Offshore Wind , Sustainable Infrastructures ...

The Digital Drilling Engineer (DDE) is responsible for the implementation, office adoption and ... AUTHORIZATION FOR EMPLOYMENT Pursuant to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all ...

Senior Drilling Engineer

Denver, CO ยท On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

Surface: EDR, Sample Analysis, Fluids and Solids Control, MPD, Energy Consumption, HSE, etc ... Work closely with Geologists and Reservoir Engineers to perform post appraisals on all drilling ...

Drilling Control and Instrumentation (NOV DCDA & SDI) * BOP control systems * Navigation and Communications (Internal and external) * CCTV and entertainment systems * All PLC systems (Including crane ...

Must be well control certified at IWCF supervisor level * Proven leadership in safety and drilling operations * A Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred but not required * Geothermal experience ...

Must be well control certified at IWCF supervisor level * Proven leadership in safety and drilling operations * A Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred but not required * Geothermal experience ...

Drilling Control and Instrumentation (NOV DCDA & SDI) * BOP control systems * Navigation and Communications (Internal and external) * CCTV and entertainment systems * All PLC systems (Including crane ...

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How much do drilling control engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for drilling control engineer in the United States is $116,666.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $105,500.00 and $128,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Offshore Subsea Controls Hydraulic Technician

Houston, TX โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

Description:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Read, understand, and interpret schematics, P&IDs, sketches, and written instructions to assemble parts or products as well as operations of equipment.
  • Assembles, tests, and operations of subsea production control system, drilling control HPUs, IWOCS, LARS Operations, Test HPU’s, Chemical Injection Units, subsea distribution hardware according to company, customer and industry specifications.
  • Ensures that safety is of the utmost priority when operating, assembling and testing equipment. 
  • Participates in Deepsea Technologies Safety and Quality observation programs.
  • Ensure that quality process and procedures are followed.
  • Performs maintenance and operations of rental equipment both onshore and offshore.
  • Performs fluid analysis on various types of control fluids and / or chemicals.
  • Troubleshoots problems, identifies and communicates design discrepancies. Identifies and suggests design improvements.
  • Completes required documentation, including but not limited to: daily progress reports, service tickets, test reports, failed test reports and Non-Conformance Reports. 
  • Liaise with clients as required during operation, service, manufacturing process, testing and trials. 
  • Prepares test procedures and operations / maintenance manuals in accordance with customer and industry standards and specifications.
  • Domestic and international travel required.
  • Must have a valid passport.


Requirements:

Education and Experience:

  • 5+ years experience in hydraulic topside and subsea controls systems
  • Minimum of 2 years in a service technician role offshore.
  • High school diploma or GED; technical/vocational electrical training or related experience.
  • Mid level of expertise in assembly and testing of Hydraulic Power and Control units, subsea distribution equipment and drilling control systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings & BOMs, P wiring diagrams and all written engineering procedures;
  • Offshore safety and certification required.
  • Ability to use a computer and Windows Office software

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work harmoniously on multifunction teams; 
  • Ability to balance customer demands against company constraints;
  • Impeccable reputation and high ethical standards;
  • Self-motivated and willing to take initiative with limited direction.  
  • Strong understanding of hydraulic operations and componentry
  • Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes

Physical Demands:

  • Physical requirements are those typically found in an office, manufacturing shop and offshore environment. 
  • Must be able to pass an Offshore fit for duty physical

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Safety glasses and other PPE as required to work in a manufacturing and offshore environment.
  • Additional PPE may be required at certain offshore and international locations

Location and Work Environment:

  • This position is based in Houston – Texas – USA
  • Offshore work locations are global.