Kintec is supporting a leading international energy operator in the search for a Drilling Engineer to join their Wells team in Aberdeen.
This is a key role supporting the design, planning, and execution of offshore wells across the full lifecycle, from early concept through to execution and handover. You’ll play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective well solutions within a highly collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Well Engineering & Design
* Develop well designs, Basis of Design (BoD), and operational programmes
* Support concept selection and optioneering activities
* Apply fit-for-purpose design principles to optimise delivery and cost
* Utilise modelling tools for casing, hydraulics, torque & drag, and directional drilling
Project Delivery
* Provide engineering input across the full well lifecycle
* Support operational readiness and execution, including well work instructions
* Assist with regulatory submissions and approvals
* Participate in troubleshooting and incident response
Cost, Risk & Assurance
* Prepare AFE budgets and cost estimates
* Identify and manage well-specific risks and mitigation plans
* Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements
* Support QA/QC, technical assurance, and equipment verification
Stakeholder Management
* Work closely with subsurface, subsea, project, and logistics teams
* Interface with contractors, service companies, and vendors
* Contribute to technical reviews, decision gates, and governance processes
What We’re Looking For
* Engineering degree or equivalent
* IWCF or IADC Well Control certification (Supervisor level preferred)
* Experience in offshore drilling engineering (rig or floating operations)
* Strong background in well design, planning, and execution
* Familiarity with EPC/EPCm environments and contractor interfaces
* Proficiency with Landmark (or similar) and strong understanding of AFE/costing
* Solid knowledge of regulatory compliance and engineering assurance
Why Apply?
* Work on complex offshore projects with a leading global operator
* Exposure to full well lifecycle delivery
* Strong career development within a high-performing team
* Flexible hybrid working model