Field Engineer

Varel Energy Solutions (VES) is one of the world’s largest independent manufacturers and suppliers of downhole drilling and completions products to the energy sector. The key to the company's success is underpinned by the virtues and the cultural framework of our employees. VES offers an exciting and fast-paced work environment, attractive benefits, and competitive pay. If you’re looking to invest in your career development, Varel Energy Solutions is the right place for you. Come join our team!

Summary: VES is looking for a Field Engineer to join our drill bits team in our Saudi Arabia, Dammam location. The Field Engineer will serve as the liaison between sales and engineering in the field/office. Under general supervision, provides on-site supervision of drill bit processes. The Field Engineer (Bit Runner) oversees critical bit runs and is responsible for monitoring drill bit and BHA performance, advising on the correct drilling parameters throughout the bit run, and collecting data to enable further, more detailed analysis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Other duties may be assigned.

• In-depth product knowledge and basic mechanical knowledge
• Identify and describe the basic components of fixed cutter and roller cone bits, including different materials used
• Utilizes the IADC dull grading system to identify possible solutions for each dull characteristic and recommend improved bit selection
• Explains the functions of a drilling rig's hydraulic equipment, defines the constraints on a drilling rig's hydraulic equipment, and identifies the relationships linking total flow area (TFA), bit pressure drop, and hydraulic horsepower
• Identifies the basic heat-treating processes and describes the different fluid circulation systems
• Identifies correct bit types by the manufacturer based upon IADC codes and identifies possible solutions for improved bit selection and operating practices
• Knowledgeable about proper gauge, cutter layout, bit profile, and other design features
• Proficient in the use of drill bit software and can assist in providing advice and analysis to the client representative at the work site
• Troubleshoots technical problems and issues and determines solutions to meet customer expectations
• Provides engineering and sales with analysis, reports, and recommendations for improvement
• Aware of client requirements regarding drilling procedures
• Assists in the completion of all service tickets and relevant paperwork (well data spreadsheet, lesson learned/best practice, end-of-job customer survey, and key performance indicator (KPI) forms)
• Maintains records of all drill bit equipment at the well site including dimensional data and condition
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives as required by the Company
• Must possess communication skills, arithmetic, data entry, and recording skills
• This is a field position; the Field Engineer must adhere to all HSE requirements, promote safety awareness and environmental consciousness, and comply with all applicable safety and environmental procedures and regulations
• Promotes and takes an active part in quality improvement processes
• Communicates occasionally with technical client personnel
• Assists in the delivery of product technical data packs, reports, product, and technical bulletins, and updates. Keeps abreast of competitor product developments
• Performs other duties and participates in special projects as assigned

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Geology, or other technical discipline preferred or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record with the ability to maintain an acceptable driving record in line with company requirements
• Understands the application of the product and the key limitations and advantages of manufacturing the product in different manners. Understands the theoretical calculations as they apply to the design of the product
• General knowledge of typical discipline-specific drawings and documents, their content, and how they relate to each other

Thank you for your interest in a career with Varel Energy Solutions.