Plan and design drilling operations, including selecting equipment and deciding on well trajectories. Oversee drilling operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and safely When issues arise drilling engineers troubleshoot and find solutions. Responsible for ensuring operations meet safety and environmental standards Keeping an eye on budgets and optimizing costs is a big part of the job. Get in touch with the crew to let them know the details of the operation Report any change of plan to the drilling supervisor in case of any deviations in the normal plan design the wellbore, including casing, cementing, and completion strategies. create and implement drilling programs, including selecting drilling fluids and equipment. Identifying and mitigating risks is a big part of the job. Drilling engineers often lead teams, including rig workers and other engineers.

Problem solving Attention to details Communication Expertise in drilling technology