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Drill Bits & Services combines advanced bit design, materials engineering, and digital optimization to deliver superior drilling performance. By integrating analytics with field‑proven technologies, Halliburton helps customers drill farther and faster with greater precision and lower total cost.

Under general supervision, the Application Evaluation Specialist supports post‑well evaluation and transforms insights into recommendations that drive real‑time operational improvements. This role interacts closely with customers, operations, and field teams to optimize bit selection and application. The position provides meaningful exposure to bit design support, performance optimization, and drilling applications, serving as a strong feeder into more advanced technical roles within applications or design engineering. The specialist also participates in structured learning programs, gaining proficiency in product design concepts, drilling performance metrics, and the technical software tools used in evaluation workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct post‑well analysis and translate findings into actionable recommendations to improve real‑time drilling performance.
• Work closely with customers, operations staff, and field teams to support product application and operational decision‑making.
• Assist with product design requirements and gain exposure to bit design theory and optimization workflows.
• Analyze drilling data, performance metrics, and operational parameters to identify improvement opportunities.
• Utilize technical software and data analysis tools to support evaluation and design tasks.
• Support application optimization initiatives across Drill Bits & Services.
• Participate in developmental programs to accelerate technical learning and product expertise.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and customer‑facing documentation summarizing evaluations and recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support product improvement and operational success.
• Build foundational skills positioning the role for advancement into senior applications or design‑focused positions.

Required

• Undergraduate degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM), or Business‑related discipline.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant industry experience.
• Strong communication skills and comfort interacting with customers, operations, and field teams.
• Ability to perform data analysis and interpret drilling performance information.
• Technical and engineering fundamentals with a problem‑solving mindset.
• Ability to learn and apply technical software tools used in evaluation and design.
• Interest in drilling or oilfield operations and willingness to work cross‑functionally.
• Learning agility and ability to synthesize operational data into recommendations.

Preferred

• Exposure to oil & gas operations (Drill Bits, drilling, drive types, or performance engineering).
• Experience with data analysis tools (Excel advanced, Power BI, Spotfire, etc.).
• Familiarity with drilling performance metrics and post‑run analysis.
• Permian Basin experience.

Candidates who exceed minimum job requirements may be considered for higher-level roles depending on experience, additional qualifications, and business needs. Opportunities include advancement from Application Evaluation Specialist , Application Evaluation Senior to Application Evaluation Principal based on demonstrated competency and technical growth.

At Halliburton, we’re committed to supporting you and your family with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package that covers your physical, emotional, financial, and parental needs — now and in the future. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a wide range of programs designed to help you thrive at work and at home.

Click here to review a summary of the benefits available once you join.

Technical Analysis | Data Interpretation | Problem Solving | Customer Support | Collaboration | Product Knowledge | Communication | Digital Tools Proficiency | Learning Agility | Operational Awareness | Application Optimization | Cross‑Functional Teamwork