Description
Drilling engineers develop and supervise the drilling of gas and oil wells. They assist in the designing, testing and creation of wells and are employed on land or offshore platforms. Drilling engineers work with other mining professionals and oversee the drilling progress and safety of the site.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
monitor well operationsmanage drilling teamsuggest well maintenancemanage service contracts in the drilling industrydesign well pathsplan oil wellsmanage drilling contractstroubleshootprepare scientific reportsdesign well-head equipmentaddress problems criticallyprepare well data sheetsanalyse drill engineeringensure compliance with environmental legislationrestore natural environment after drilling proofsconnect equipment to wellheadsliaise with specialist contractors for well operationsmonitor well costsdesign drill programmesmonitor well safetysupervise staffinspect water wellspresent reports