About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Offshore Well Engineer to support drilling, completion, and intervention operations in an offshore environment. This role is critical to ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective well delivery. The successful candidate will work closely with rig teams, geoscientists, and onshore engineering support to execute well programmes while maintaining the highest safety and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and execute drilling and completion programmes for offshore wells

• Monitor real-time well operations to ensure performance, safety, and efficiency

• Provide technical support to offshore rig teams during drilling and intervention activities

• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations

• Analyse well data to optimise drilling performance and reduce non-productive time (NPT)

• Manage well integrity and ensure adherence to company and regulatory standards

• Coordinate with contractors, service companies, and internal stakeholders

• Prepare detailed reports on well operations, performance, and incidents

• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies during offshore operations

• Support cost tracking and optimisation of well delivery budgets

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

• Proven experience in offshore drilling, completions, or well intervention

• Strong understanding of well engineering principles and drilling operations

• Experience working on offshore rigs (e.g. jack-up, semi-submersible, or drillship)

• Knowledge of HSE standards and offshore safety practices

• Ability to work in high-pressure, remote, and rotational environments

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• IWCF or IADC Well Control Certification (current)

• Experience in the North Sea or similar offshore environments

• Familiarity with drilling software and real-time data monitoring tools

• Experience managing contractors and service providers

Work Schedule

• Rotational shift pattern (e.g. 2 weeks on / 2–3 weeks off)

• Offshore-based role requiring travel to rig locations

What We Offer

• Competitive day rate / salary

• Offshore allowances and benefits

• Career development opportunities within a global energy environment

• Exposure to complex and high-value drilling operations

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and relevant certifications outlining your offshore experience.