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About the Senior Well Engineer Role

SLB is seeking a qualified Senior Well Engineer to join our team in Dhahran, Eastern Saudi Arabia. This is a full-time position focused on ensuring the technical integrity and efficient execution of well operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve well proposals, Basis of Design documents, and comprehensive well programs.
• Oversee the execution of well operations, ensuring adherence to technical integrity standards.
• Review and approve critical operational procedures, including casing and cementing plans.
• Coordinate effectively with clients, contractors, and various service companies.
• Support the selection and evaluation processes for equipment and service providers.
• Monitor daily operations, tracking time/depth, costs, and performance trends.
• Approve well control briefings and manage changes through the Management of Change (MOC) process.
• Plan and forecast medium- and long-term operational requirements.
• Verify invoices and provide support for project management activities.

Operational Oversight and Improvement

• Ensure strict compliance with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards and company procedures.
• Actively participate in risk management processes, Hazard Analysis and Risk Control (HARC), and incident investigations.
• Lead performance reviews focused on improving drilling efficiency, measured by metrics such as feet per day and non-productive time (NPT).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and effectively resolve recurring operational issues.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in drilling and well engineering operations.
• Strong technical knowledge of well design principles, drilling operations, and well control techniques.
• A valid Well Control certification at the Supervisor level (IWCF or IADC).
• Demonstrated experience in cost control, Authority For Expenditure (AFE) management, and performance monitoring.
• Proven experience in leadership roles and mentoring junior engineers.
• A thorough understanding of HSE standards, risk management frameworks, and regulatory compliance.
• The ability to manage complex projects, analyze operational performance data, and implement continuous improvement strategies.

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time position based in Dhahran, Eastern Saudi Arabia.