Lead Drilling Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Drilling Engineer to join their innovative team based in Milton Keynes , with a hybrid working model. This senior role is pivotal in the planning, execution, and optimization of drilling operations for exploration and development wells in challenging environments. You will lead a team of drilling engineers, ensuring operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively, while adhering to the highest technical and environmental standards within the Oil & Gas sector. This is an opportunity to drive technical excellence and strategic direction for drilling campaigns, contributing to the company's growth and operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end planning and execution of complex drilling programs, from conceptualization to final wellbore integrity.
• Lead and mentor a team of drilling engineers, providing technical guidance and performance management.
• Develop detailed drilling procedures, cost estimates, and risk mitigation plans for all drilling activities.
• Manage relationships with service companies, ensuring performance, quality, and cost control.
• Implement new technologies and best practices to enhance drilling efficiency, safety, and environmental performance.
• Conduct post-well analysis and lessons learned sessions to continuously improve drilling operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in drilling engineering, including significant offshore or challenging onshore project leadership.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex drilling campaigns and diverse teams.
• Strong understanding of well control principles, casing design, and drilling fluid technology.
• Experience with drilling performance monitoring and optimization techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills are essential for this Milton Keynes -based role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and an attractive bonus package.
• Hybrid work arrangement combining office presence in Milton Keynes with remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance and a generous pension scheme.
• Professional development and training opportunities to advance your career.
• Exposure to diverse projects within the global Oil & Gas landscape.