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Fervo Energy Company

Senior Drilling Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$99K - $137K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description Fervo is working to build the most cost-effective, repeatable ... We are seeking a Senior Drilling Engineer who is excited by Fervo's mission and motivated to design ...

NOV, Inc.

Associate Electrical Engineer

Houston, TX · Hybrid

* Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology - Electronics ... ATEX, IECEx, UL, FM, and CSA for offshore drilling installations. * Experience with AutoCAD ...

NOV, Inc.

Associate Electrical Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology - Electronics ... ATEX, IECEx, UL, FM, and CSA for offshore drilling installations. * Experience with AutoCAD ...

NABORS

Senior Engineer- Structural

Houston, TX

$96K - $130K/yr

... offshore drilling rigs including but not limited to API, ASCE, etc. * Discipline specific ... Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Nabors ...

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How much do full time offshore drilling engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time offshore drilling 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.

What is the difference between Full Time Offshore Drilling Engineer vs Offshore Drilling Supervisor?

AspectFull Time Offshore Drilling EngineerOffshore Drilling Supervisor
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications like IWCF, BOSIETEngineering background, certifications, leadership training
Work EnvironmentOn-site on drilling rigs, field-basedSupervises operations on rigs, field-based
Employer & Industry UsageOil & gas companies, drilling contractorsOil & gas companies, drilling contractors
Primary ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement drilling plans, technical supportOversee drilling operations, safety, and team management

While both roles are integral to offshore drilling operations, the Full Time Offshore Drilling Engineer focuses on technical design and support, whereas the Offshore Drilling Supervisor manages daily operations and safety on-site. The engineer typically handles planning and troubleshooting, while the supervisor ensures smooth execution and team coordination.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Offshore Drilling Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,666 per year, or $56.1 per hour.

Offshore Drilling Engineer

Houston, TX

INTEC SEA
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Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Implement safe, environmental sound and efficient well operations. Ensure that required approvals are obtained prior to initiation of any activity and that the activity is then conducted in accordance with the approvals received. Develop realistic Cost Estimates which reflect an appropriate level of contingency.

Prepare Risk Analysis and mitigation plans are as appropriate. Recommend implementation of new techniques and practices. Follow up on significant problems & make recommendations for improvement.

Document Lessons Learned in Maxwell databases and utilize in future plans. Provide technical assistance & operational analysis to offshore personnel. Track and analyze operational performance.

10. Assist the Cost Analyst in tracking costs, actively monitor costs performance during the well operations including completion. 11.

Monitor daily well view input to ensure data integrity, Provide daily and weekly project status reports and information for management. 12. Provide guidance and instructions to the selected service companies.

13. Order equipment within company policy. 14.

Maintain good communications and awareness amongst well operations related sections by holding onshore pre-spud or pre-work over meetings and assist the Drilling Supervisor in the coordination of offshore requirements and day-to-day events.

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