Drilling Engineer M / F

Overview As an international subsidiary of the SPIE Group present in around 20 countries in Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and North America, SPIE Global Services Energy operates across the entire energy production infrastructure value chain, from design to maintenance. SPIE Global Services Energy relies on an extensive local network to quickly deploy resources and meet its customers' needs in the safest possible conditions.

Drawing on the expertise of its 5,000 employees, SPIE Global Services Energy helps players in the oil, gas and renewable energies industries improve the technical performance of their infrastructure, increase their energy efficiency and reduce their carbon footprint.

With 55,000 employees and a strong local presence, SPIE group achieved in 2024 consolidated revenue of €9.9 billion and consolidated EBITA of €712 million.

Position Information Reference :

Area activity : Energy Transmission & Distribution

Job title : Drilling Engineer M / F

Contract type : Fixed‑term contract

Contractual hours : Part time

Contract duration : 6 months (option to be renewed)

Job Description HSE

Adopt and demonstrate exemplarity towards HSE rules with associated enforcement and control within his area of responsibility.

Prevent major incidents (blow out, loss of asset, wells integrity issues) through detailed and reliable engineering studies.

Ensure compliance with TE referential and actively support the preparation of derogations to the rules when required.

Drilling campaign preparation & readiness

Participate and contribute to the elaboration of the well SOR (Scope Of Requirement) jointly with D&W & GSR entities.

Perform or contribute to studies required for the preparation of the AGUP campaigns. Coordinate as required with completion team. Update Basis of Design document as required.

Prepare Standard Operating Procedure.

Contribute to risk assessments and contingency plans.

Prepare technical documents and participate in meetings / presentations with authorities and partners when required.

Organize and lead the pre‑spud meeting and contribute to the DWOP (Drill Well On Paper).

Operations follow‑up & close‑out

He / she is assigned to 1 drilling unit along with a drilling superintendent.

Design and prepare drilling programs. Ensure adherence to TE referential, Basis of Design and validated work program.

In charge of the daily operations & performances follow‑up and reporting.

In charge of issuing drilling program and of producing Standard Operating Procedure to cover overburden sections ensure integrating latest operational learnings and / or design updates.

Perform and / or coordinate studies to improve the operational performances.

Perform QAQC check to ensure Wellview is properly and accurately filled up. Perform daily QAQC of well trajectory data, Daily Drilling Reports and invoicing / cost sheets.

Evaluate drilling parameters / events and interpret to advise as required in potential optimization and improvements, or potential problems to come.

Be part of technical / HSE incidents investigation teams (when required).

Manage the RTOC linked to drilling rig operation.

Contribute to the preparation of Management of Change and issue same in collaboration with DCSI.

Actively support DCSI to prepare LLI plans for upcoming wells and ensure all sub‑assemblies are prepared by service providers.

Organize and present to operational team activities program to come through Pre‑Spud and Pre‑Phase meetings on the rig.

Support drilling & completion team in the well integrity assessment as required.

Perform visit to the wellsite to support operations (when required).

Contribute to the good functioning of the Well Construction entity by supporting the operational engineering team.

Profile

Petroleum Industry MSc (or equivalent professional experience) with 5 to 10 years’ experience in Drilling activities (Engineering and Operations).

Valid IWCF certification and up to date HSE training.

Very good interpersonal skills and ability to work within an international team of engineers.

English fluent.

Working at SPIE – What we can offer you Working at SPIE means joining a company that values people, innovation, and teamwork. We offer a dynamic environment where you can grow your skills, take on new challenges, and contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference.

Additional Information Position location : North Rumaila.

Candidate criteria – Minimum level of experience required : 6 years or more.

Required authorisations : Iraqi National.

Languages : English (C-Professional working proficiency).

Our ambition – Combining our differences. Working at SPIE means joining a company that values people, innovation, and teamwork. We offer a dynamic environment where you can grow your skills, take on new challenges, and contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference.

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