Geothermal Drilling Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Strategically plan and implement a variety of engineering projects from the development of proposals to their successful completion.

• Manage and supervise projects to ensure they are delivered within the established timelines and budgetary constraints.

• Prepare and oversee Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) documentation.

• Create cost and schedule estimates for drilling activities and liaise with service providers.

• Offer consulting services in drilling engineering for exploratory drilling, solution-mining, geothermal wells, and disposal wells.

• Formulate comprehensive well designs and drilling plans.

• Develop drilling programs that encompass casing, tubulars, mud systems, cementing, and testing protocols.

• Oversee operational activities.

• Ensure adherence to safety and compliance regulations.

• Collaborate with RESPEC engineers and client teams on well designs and drilling initiatives.

• Provide support for energy and mineral extraction projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science degree in petroleum, geological, or mining engineering.

• At least 15 years of experience in drilling engineering, covering casing design, drilling fluids, testing, and well design.

• A robust technical background in well design and the development and execution of drilling programs.

• Previous experience in AFE preparation, cost management, financial accountability, and procurement services.

• Strong client relationship skills and the ability to contribute to business development efforts.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in geothermal drilling program design, including casing design, drilling fluids, testing, and geothermal well design is preferred.

• Familiarity with well delivery processes.

• Experience in risk assessment and management.

• Knowledge in completions engineering and design would be advantageous.

• Proficiency in schedule generation, cost and schedule tracking, subcontractor management, and client relationship building.

• Possession of a professional license or the ability to obtain one.

• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.

• Experience in EGS drilling is preferred.

• Strong interpersonal, project management, and technical communication skills.

• Fluency in English is a must.

• Proven capability to apply engineering principles in practical scenarios.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, exercise sound judgment, and work independently.

• Must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Requires prolonged periods of sitting at a workstation or desk.

• Must be able to frequently stand, walk, climb, kneel, lift, and use hands repetitively while on site.

• Must utilize appropriate personal protective equipment based on job responsibilities.

• Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time.

🏝️ Benefits

• An employee-owned company with 100% ownership.

• Eligibility for the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

• Flexible work schedules.

• Paid parental leave.

• 401(k) and ESOP with a company match of up to 4%.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Tuition reimbursement program.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.

• A complete fringe-benefits package.