Well Engineer - Drilling & Completion

About the position

We are hiring an experienced and driven Well Engineer – Drilling & Completions to support Baker Hughes in its operations with Kuwait Oil Company (KOC). This position involves designing, planning, and executing safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling and completion programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and practical experience in both office-based planning and field operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Well designs and operational programs for drilling and completions.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, drilling safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Oversee and support field execution, ensuring technical integrity and operational efficiency.
• Prepare and review technical documents, well proposals, AFE, end-of-well reports, and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with service companies, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless operations.
• Attend and lead meetings with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams as needed.
• Monitor and evaluate well performance and recommend improvements.
• Maintain up-to-date records of operational procedures and engineering calculations.
• Ensure full adherence to company work processes, engineering standards, and KOC guidelines.
• Provide troubleshooting support during field operations and contribute to post-job analysis.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• MSc or B.Sc. in Engineering or Scientific Discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant industry experience in a well engineering role (drilling or completions).
• Demonstrated expertise in well design, well planning, well control principles, environmental compliance, and operational execution.
• Experience with both field and office operations within an Integrated Services Oilfield Services (OFS) company.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry-standard well engineering software (e.g., Landmark, WellPlan, Drillbench).
• Working knowledge of Weatherford processes, procedures, and QHSE standards is an asset.
• Fluent in written and spoken English. Fluency in Arabic as second language is preferred.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills—especially under pressure.
• Ability to lead and participate in technical meetings with clients, vendors, and field teams.
• High level of discipline, initiative, and self-motivation.
• Demonstrated leadership in team environments with ability to follow direction and provide guidance.

Additional Information:

• The contract may be extended based on performance and operational needs.
• Relocation support provided for suitable candidates outside Kuwait.
• All nationalities are encouraged to apply.
• Age range 35–40 preferred for experience balance and field-readiness.

Location: Kuwait (Preferably already in-country)
Client: Baker Hughes (for KOC Operations)
Contract Type: 6 Months (Extendable)
Salary Range: 800 – 1200 KWD
Benefits: Accommodation, transportation, round-trip airfare, and medical insurance provided
Joining Timeline: Within 2 weeks
Preferred Age Range: 35 – 40

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