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Interfaces with the Measurement While Drilling (MWD) engineer to ensure BHA compatibility, planned operating parameters are within specification and correct tool face references are applied.

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Monitor and ensure the operational readiness of remote directional drilling systems, including MWD ... Requirements: Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical ...

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What is an MWD Engineer job?

A Measurement While Drilling (MWD) Engineer is responsible for collecting real-time data about wellbore conditions during drilling operations. They use specialized tools and sensors to measure parameters such as pressure, temperature, and direction to guide the drilling process efficiently. MWD Engineers work closely with drilling and directional teams to optimize well trajectory and ensure safety. Their role is critical in minimizing operational risks and maximizing drilling performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Mwd Engineer position, and why are they important?

To excel as an MWD (Measurement While Drilling) Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering or geosciences, technical expertise in downhole drilling technologies, and hands-on experience in the oil and gas industry. Proficiency with MWD tools, mud pulse telemetry systems, and relevant software such as real-time data interpretation platforms is highly valuable, and certifications like Well Control may be required. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work well in high-pressure, team-oriented environments set standout MWD Engineers apart. These skills ensure safe and accurate data collection, smooth drilling operations, and effective collaboration on complex drilling projects.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an MWD Engineer on a drilling site?

As an MWD Engineer, your daily tasks typically include operating and maintaining MWD tools, monitoring drilling parameters in real time, and communicating critical data to onsite drilling teams and remote coordinators. You are responsible for troubleshooting technical issues, ensuring the accuracy of downhole measurements, and preparing detailed reports on drilling progress. The role often involves shift work and extended periods at drilling locations, requiring adaptability and a strong focus on safety. Close collaboration with drillers, directional drillers, and field supervisors is essential to ensure optimal well placement and efficient drilling operations.

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Field Prof-DD, Genl

$181K/yr

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Posted 8 days ago


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Job description

We are looking for the right people - people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry.

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EMPLOYER: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc. - Job Title: Field Prof-DD, Genl - Job Location: 4607 Hwy 90 E, Broussard, LA 70518

JOB INFORMATION
Hyperion Bucket PROFESSIONAL Exemption Status Exempt FLSA Exemption HC Administrative EEO Code SOC CODE 17-2151


 

Job Duties

Responsibilities include: Advises client on Bottom Hole Assembly (BHA) selection and all aspects of Directional Drilling (DD) performance. Ensures that BHA's are assembled as planned including correct make-up torque, doping and handling. Ensures well profile plots are kept up to date and provides client representative with directional survey data. Ensures a daily Directional Drilling report is completed and copied to client's offshore and onshore drilling teams, and to the Directional Drilling Coordinator (DDC). Ensures a full and proper BHA performance report is completed for each BHA run. Ensures all service tickets and relevant paperwork (well data spreadsheet, lesson learned/best practice, End of Job Customer Survey (EJCS) and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) forms) is fully completed and signed by the client representative if required prior to leaving work site. Ensures that the Directional Drilling aspects of the well being drilled comply with client's approved drilling program. Ensure that all company equipment for use in the directional portion of the work is inspected when delivered to the work site to check that the correct number, configuration, connections, crossovers, parts, spares and documentation are present and correct to satisfy the work scope. Interfaces with the Measurement While Drilling (MWD) engineer to ensure BHA compatibility, planned operating parameters are within specification and correct tool face references are applied. Responsible for maintaining records of all Directional Drilling equipment at well site including dimensional data and condition. Ensures that all equipment is laid out after use according to company procedures and manifested for backload at the end of the job. Where required be responsible for submitting an accurate daily cost for the Directional Drilling Services. Participates in performance improvement initiatives and peer reviews as required by the Company. Assists in the evaluation of individual performance levels of onsite directional drilling personnel. Assists in training and development of junior offshore directional drilling personnel. May work at various unanticipated locations throughout U.S.

Qualifications

Employer will accept 7 years of experience in the job offered or in a Field Prof-DD, Genl-related occupation.

Position requires experience in the following:

  1. Experience verifying maps and coordinate systems used to define surface locations, drilling targets, Geological Zones and Drilling Hazards.
  2. Experience with Anti-collision policy, collision indicators, and Anti-collision scanning methods.
  3. Experience planning and exacting multilateral directional drilling, sidetrack, and horizontal drilling.
  4. Experience applying principles of Bottom Hole Assembly (BHA) selection and aspects of DD performance to ensure that BHA's are assembled as planned including correct make-up torque and handling BHA with rig persona.
  5. Experience with tool-string WOB/RPM limits, BHA selection of Drill collars, HWDP and drilling jars required for maximum WOB, BHA, Rig surface equipment, motor, rig specifications and limitations.
  6. Experience with DD computer software such as survey calculations, well-to-well clearance calculations, ellipse of uncertainty calculations, well path projections, BHA analysis, torque and drag modeling and vibration analysis.
  7. Experience determining oil and gas tool operating limits, flow rate, pressure, temperature and mass flow rate match the requirements for the BHA.
  8. Experience with drilling parameters and procedures such as weight on bit, Top Drive rpm, pressures, pump outputs, type and expected life of bit, mud characteristics, manage pressure drilling and underbalanced drilling with Nitrogen for well bore control.

Wage offered: $181,440/year

Contact: Scott Belgard - Scott.Belgard@halliburton.com

To apply, visit jobs.halliburton.com and enter #209053 in "search by keyword" field. If offered employment, must have legal right to work in U.S. EOE, including disability/veterans. 

Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

Location

4607 Hwy 90 E, Broussard, Louisiana, 70518, United States

Job Details

Requisition Number: 209053  
Experience Level: Experienced Hire 
Job Family: Operations 
Product Service Line: Sperry Drilling Svcs   
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

Additional Locations for this position: 

Compensation Information
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.


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Halliburton, headquartered in Houston, TX, US, is a world-renowned corporation in the oilfield services industry. Established in 1919, the company has made significant inroads in the energy sector, playing a pivotal role in oil and gas explorations across the globe. One can visit their official website, halliburton.com, to learn more about their business operations, products, and services. Halliburton specializes in a broad spectrum of services including locating hydrocarbons, managing geological data, drilling and formation evaluation, well construction and completion, and optimizing production throughout the life of the field. Halliburton’s mission is to maximize the value of oil and gas assets.

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