Are you passionate about drilling engineering and motivated by solving complex technical challenges?

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Drilling Engineer to join a collaborative and high-performing team, supporting the planning and execution of drilling operations with a particular focus on directional drilling.

In this role, you will play a key part in designing innovative drilling solutions, optimizing performance, and ensuring safe and efficient service delivery. You will work closely with customers, field personnel, and multidisciplinary teams to develop technical solutions that contribute to successful drilling operations.

This position is located Onshore in Stavanger, daytime.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed drilling plans, including well trajectory design, bit selection, and BHA design.
• Perform engineering simulations and analyses including: anti-collision analysis, torque and drag modelling, hydraulics calculations, and BHA modelling.
• Support safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling operations.
• Analyze drilling data and recommend improvements to enhance performance and reduce non-productive time (NPT).
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation measures.
• Provide real-time technical support during drilling operations.
• Collaborate with technical experts to optimize designs and operational performance.
• Support incident investigations, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through technical consultation and support.
• Assist commercial and sales teams in evaluating technical solutions and tender opportunities.
• Identify opportunities for innovative technologies, value-added services, and cost-effective drilling solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in drilling engineering with an emphasis on directional drilling.
• Experience with well design activities including trajectory design, anti-collision analysis, torque & drag modelling, hydraulics calculations, and BHA modelling.
• Experience using drilling engineering software and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of wellbore mechanics, drilling fluids, and pressure control principles.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Preferred Qualifications

• Field experience as a Directional Driller, Mud Engineer, MWD or equal.
• Experience working across multiple clients and drilling projects.
• Additional training or specialization in drilling engineering.
• Norwegian language skills will be an advantage.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for a proactive and solution-oriented professional who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team.

You are:

• A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
• Self-driven and proactive, with a strong ability to identify and resolve challenges.
• Structured and organized in your approach to work.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Customer-focused, with the ability to build strong professional relationships.
• Committed to maintaining the highest standards of HSE and service quality.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to work on technically challenging projects while collaborating with industry-leading professionals. You will have the opportunity to influence drilling performance, contribute to innovative solutions, and further develop your technical and commercial expertise within a global and dynamic environment.

With us, you will experience:

• Colleagues who like to create solutions and achieve success together
• A workday where you can influence the outcome of development
• Being part of an international group with clear ambitions that appreciate initiative and innovation
• Varied tasks across customers and issues, giving you a dynamic and challenging everyday life
• Good development opportunities where you can grow in several directions within the company
• Competitive conditions and a work environment that promotes innovation and collaboration

Diversity and Inclusion

At SLB, we see our diverse workforce as a great advantage. We promote an inclusive work environment where equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion are key to our success. We believe that diversity enriches us, attracts talent, and makes working life more exciting. Therefore, we encourage all candidates to apply — regardless of background, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender, ethnicity, disability, and age.

To be evaluated for this position, please submit the following documentation in English: Motivation letter, CV, and education documentation.