Drilling Optimization Engineer

About the role

The Drilling Optimization Engineer monitors real‑time drilling data, detects hazards early and provides recommendations to optimise drilling operations for one or more wells.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor real‑time data throughout drilling and completion operations, recognising trends and improvement opportunities.
• Develop daily reports with measured data, activity descriptions, trends and recommendations.
• Perform torque, drag and hydraulics analysis in real time using Baker Hughes systems.
• Conduct vibration analysis (stick‑slip, whirl, bit bounce) and surface parameter analysis (ROP, WOB, torque, hook load, standpipe).
• Assist field personnel with data analysis, decision‑making and ensure timely communication of hazards.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in drilling optimisation, data analysis, well engineering or field operations.
• Experience in Vaca Muerta or Permian basins and using Itrak Hydraulics, Jewel Suite, WellLink Performance, Corva.
• Fluent English and Spanish, strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.

Required skills

• Itrak Hydraulics application
• Jewel Suite Drilling Evaluation
• WellLink Performance
• Corva platform
• Torque and drag analysis
• Hydraulics analysis
• Vibration analysis (stick‑slip, whirl, bit bounce)
• Real‑time drilling data handling (SPP, torque, RPM, block height, LWD)

What we offer

• Work‑life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs and additional voluntary benefits