Job Vacancy – Drilling EngineerWork Location: Basra, Iraq for basra Required Experience:

Job Vacancy – Drilling Engineer

Work Location: Basra, Iraq for basra 

Required Experience: Minimum 10 years

Role Overview

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Drilling Engineer to provide technical support for drilling operations, maintain accurate engineering records, prepare operational reports, and coordinate with client representatives, rig personnel, and third-party service providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately communicate the client’s instructions and technical requirements to the drilling crew. 

• Collect, review, prepare, and submit daily drilling reports. 

• Maintain engineering and operational data and prepare weekly, monthly, and annual reports. 

• Manage, measure, inspect, and record drilling tools, casing, and related equipment. 

• Ensure compliance with the approved drilling-tool management system. 

• Provide technical clarification during pre-job meetings and maintain accurate meeting records. 

• Organize and inspect fishing tools, special tools, and equipment required for special operations. 

• Prepare diagrams and technical drawings for fishing assemblies and special tools. 

• Monitor critical drilling activities and special operations at the wellsite. 

• Provide technical guidance to the drilling crew and support safe execution of operations. 

• Promptly report operational conditions, technical problems, and abnormal situations to the Rig Manager. 

• Assist the Rig Manager and Camp Boss in coordinating accommodation for client and third-party personnel. 

• Collect, verify, and submit monthly time-utilization and accommodation-cost reports. 

• Coordinate third-party vehicles and logistics during rig-moving activities. 

• Perform other duties assigned by the Rig Manager. 

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum 10 years of relevant drilling experience, including experience as a Drilling Engineer. 

• Bachelor’s degree in drilling, petroleum, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline. 

• Strong knowledge of drilling operations, drilling tools, casing, fishing operations, and special operations. 

• Ability to prepare and review daily drilling and technical reports. 

• Ability to interpret drilling programs, well data, technical drawings, and operational procedures. 

• Strong technical reporting, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills. 

• Good knowledge of drilling-site HSE requirements and well-control principles. 

• Proficiency in relevant drilling and reporting software. 

• Willingness to work on a rotational schedule at field locations in Basra.

How to Apply: Please send your updated CV to recruitment@powerpackiq.com

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