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$180 - $280/hr

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... drilling performance. The Field Sales Engineer serves as a critical link between customers, the sales team, and the engineering team . Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree required, preferably ...

... drilling performance. The Field Sales Engineer serves as a critical link between customers, the sales team, and the engineering team . Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree required, preferably ...

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How much do drilling performance engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for drilling performance engineer in the United States is $60.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49.28 and $68.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a drilling performance engineer?

Drilling Performance Engineers are professionals in the oil and gas industry who focus on optimizing the drilling process to improve efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness. They analyze drilling data, evaluate equipment and techniques, and implement strategies to reduce non-productive time and maximize well performance. Their role often includes collaborating with drilling teams, engineers, and other stakeholders to identify and resolve operational challenges. Drilling Performance Engineers play a key part in ensuring that drilling projects are completed on time and within budget.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a drilling performance engineer?

To thrive as a Drilling Performance Engineer, you need a solid background in petroleum or mechanical engineering, experience in drilling operations, and analytical problem-solving skills, often backed by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with drilling optimization software, data analytics platforms, and industry-standard tools like WellView and Landmark is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and responding to dynamic field conditions. These competencies are vital for maximizing drilling efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring operational safety and success.

How does a drilling performance engineer typically collaborate with other teams during a drilling project?

A Drilling Performance Engineer works closely with multidisciplinary teams, including drilling supervisors, geologists, and rig crews, to optimize drilling operations. They regularly participate in meetings to review well progress, share real-time data, and provide technical recommendations. Effective communication is crucial, as these engineers must translate complex performance metrics into actionable steps for both field and office teams. This collaborative approach ensures that drilling objectives are met safely, efficiently, and within budget.

What is the difference between Drilling Performance Engineer vs Drilling Engineer?

AspectDrilling Performance EngineerDrilling Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Petroleum Engineering or related; certifications like IWCFBachelor's in Petroleum Engineering or related; certifications like IWCF
Work EnvironmentOn-site at drilling locations, focusing on optimizing drilling efficiencyOn-site and office-based, overseeing entire drilling operations
Primary FocusImproving drilling performance, efficiency, and reducing costsPlanning, designing, and supervising drilling projects

The main difference is that Drilling Performance Engineers focus on optimizing drilling efficiency and performance, while Drilling Engineers handle the overall planning and execution of drilling operations. Both roles require similar credentials and often work together, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Drilling Performance Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,019 per year, or $60.1 per hour.

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ABOUT AES: WINNER OF THE BEST PLACE TO WORK BY ALASKA BUSINESS MAGAZINE IN 2023 & 2024
ASRC Energy Services, LLC (AES) is part of the Alaska Native corporation, Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC) family of companies. ASRC is a private, for-profit corporation that is owned by and represents the business interests of its approximately 13,000 Iñupiaq shareholders. As the largest Alaskan-owned company employing over 15,000 people worldwide, ASRC and its subsidiaries are poised for the next era of growth with continued dedication to providing maximum benefit to our shareholders.
Drilling Engineer - ACES
JOB SUMMARY
The Drilling Engineer will be accountable for engineering activity covering the planning, program preparation and execution of drilling and workover operations within the wells team. As part of the drilling engineering team, you will deliver engineering design, program preparation and operational support on new and existing wells. Working with multi-disciplinary teams, you will ensure drilling programs, program amendments and dispensations to policy are prepared on schedule and are adequately risk assessed.
At ASRC Energy, we are continuously seeking talented individuals to join our team. While we may not have an immediate opening for this role, we are actively building a talent pool for upcoming opportunities. We encourage you to submit your resume for future consideration. By joining our talent pool, you will be considered for future roles as they become available.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Perform engineering analysis of projects including calculations and equipment selection for all project phases.
• With a strong commitment to HSSE, take responsibility for planning and executing well designs and workover programs for an oil or gas well.
• Ensure drilling programs, program amendments and dispensations to policy are prepared on schedule and are adequately risk assessed.
• Work closely with resource teams, geologists, production and service company personnel to ensure an efficient operation.
• Estimate and control costs for wells activities
• Monitor all phases of the drilling operations, perform post-analyses for benchmarking and learning, and identify and implement appropriate new technologies.
• Travel to field locations to monitor and participate in drilling operations and perform third-party quality assurance and quality control.
• Make recommendations to engineering studies to improve drilling operational performance.
• Other duties will be assigned to this position as needs require.
• Comply with Company and customer policies and procedures.
• Support AES zero-incident safety culture and assume personal accountability and responsibility for safe work practices in all projects, activities, and operations.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
• Have a Bachelor's degree in a Petroleum Engineering.
• Knowledge of conducting reviews of drilling planning work
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
• Demonstrated experience working with multi-disciplinary teams
• Must be a strong team player
• Possess a Valid State Driver's License
• Have or be able to acquire a North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC) safety training certification.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Professional Engineer License.
• Oil & Gas experience preferred
• Experience of working with third-party service providers preferred
If you are an ASRC Shareholder looking for exciting training opportunities within AES, Click here to learn more about the Nutaaq program.
TOTAL REWARDS
ASRC Energy Services, LLC (AES) is proud to offer a competitive benefits package aligned with our core ASPIRE values. Our benefits are designed to attract and retain the best talent. Our total rewards program supports the health and well-being of employees and their families.
What We Offer:
• Medical Insurance: We offer comprehensive medical plans through Federal Employee Health Benefits Plan (FEHB).
• Dental and Vision Insurance: We offer two comprehensive dental plans
• 401K: 401K plan up to 4% match with immediate vesting after 2 pay periods.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): All employees and their household have access to our EAP program.
• Additional Supplemental Insurance: Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness Insurance.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement opportunities and internal development through our ASPIRE Academy.
To learn more about our full suite of benefits visit our benefits page.
ABOUT AES
We're proud to be named the Most Loved Workplace by Best Practices Institute in 2022, Best Company to Work for in Alaska by MSN Money, 24/7 Wall St. and Zippia for 2019 and the recipient of the prestigious ConocoPhillips 2019 and 2020 Supplier Recognition Award for Focus on Execution. Employing over 2,000 employees across our subsidiaries, AES is a service provider of choice in the energy industry. Our exceptional service quality and safety record sets us apart from our competitors. Our business purpose is to find solutions for a sustainable future, and we accomplish that by living our "ASPIRE" values, which stand for:
• Absolute Integrity: We do the right thing because it's the right thing to do
• Safety: Safety is our foundation - we bring it everywhere we go
• People First: We take care of our people, and our people will take care of the business.
• Iñupiat Heritage: We believe in "one crew, one journey" and honor the values of our founders as we develop the future.
• Resilient Family: We encourage the right balance and cultivate strong relationships with our clients and colleagues.
• Exceptional Service Quality: We deliver excellence by focusing on client needs and continuously improving our performance.
WHY YOU SHOULD WORK FOR US
Our employees are our most important resource, so we seek collaboration across the organization, and value everyone's contribution. Our employees are part of the solution for a sustainable future for the benefit of our shareholders, employees, families, and our communities. Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work with a company like ours, and be a significant part of our business purpose? If so, keep reading. Start your career with AES and ASPIRE with us.
WORKING ON THE NORTH SLOPE
While working on the North Slope of Alaska, your lodging and food will be provided to you. All camps provide warm meals and options to grab a quick lunch or snack from the spike rooms. Rooms vary from single status to shared rooms where your roommate may work the opposite shift. Wi-Fi and Internet is free and available within the camp. Services vary depending upon where you are staying; however, most facilities offer housekeeping, self-serve laundry, commissary, mail, gyms, TV/Theater Room, etc. Each facility will have their own accommodations and policies that will be reviewed upon on-site orientation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
A pre-hire post offer Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) will be conducted to determine an employee's ability to safely perform to the job standard. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
If you need any assistance or reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the AES Human Resources Team at (907) 334-1688.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
A candidate must be able to meet the following non-exclusive requirements:
• Meet the AES Driving Records and Motor Vehicle Use Policy.
• Take and pass a pre-employment drug test which may include both UA and hair testing.
• Meet the physical requirements of this position including working in a remote location under arctic conditions.
• Required to take and pass a Fit-For-Duty Exam
• Required to complete and successfully pass a background check.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an access badge for the work location.
The availability of this position is contingent upon the Company's continued operational needs once training is completed.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT
We comply with the terms of Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act (VEVRAA). All decisions pertaining to employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment advertising, recruitment selection, layoff, terminations, training, compensation, benefits, and educational assistance will be executed without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, parenthood, medical condition, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, or any other basis or characteristics prohibited by applicable law.
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Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
If you need any assistance or a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the AES Human Resources Team at (907) 334-1688.
NOTE TO ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES
It is recommended that all current employees inform their managers when they apply for new positions as leadership will be notified of current employees applying for posted positions.

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