Drilling Engineer
Northeast Natural Energy, LLC, Morgantown, WV, United States
Northeast Natural Energy (NNE) is an independent West Virginia based oil and gas exploration and production company. As one of the top producers of natural gas in West Virginia, NNE prides itself in being a leader in responsibly developing natural gas production in the Appalachian basin. Most important to NNE’s mission is stewardship of the environment and our community’s well-being.NNE is the first natural gas producer in the United States to achieve independent certification of natural gas production under the EO100™ Standard for Responsible Energy Development and is committed to maintaining its dual certification by Equitable Origin (EO100) and MiQ.
Job Description
Northeast Natural Energy, a growing natural gas exploration and production company, is seeking a Drilling Engineer for its Morgantown, WV office. This position will work with the Director of Drilling and Completions to plan, develop and supervise drilling operations for Northeast Natural Energy’s Marcellus Shale Assets in West Virginia.
Responsibilities
Report to the Director of Drilling and Completions.
Direct the drilling program for pad development of Northeast Natural Energy’s Marcellus Shale Assets in West Virginia.
Manage Plug and Abandonment (P&A) operations.
Maintain and communicate the drilling rig schedule, including dates for pad construction, drilling rig, frac, drill out, and well turn in line dates.
Work with the Director to negotiate rig contracts, conduct bidding processes, and the selection of vendors.
Develop drilling well designs and procedures for vertical (top hole) and directional (horizontal) sections.
Work with other departments (e.g., land operations, regulatory, construction, water, safety, completions & production/facilities)
Provide drilling information needed for the permitting process.
Develops cost estimates and conducts post operations review of actuals vs. AFE.
Execute drilling plans in a safe and cost-efficient manner.
Work with Drilling Consultants to safely oversee drilling operations.
Responsible for pad special considerations of anti-collision and sim‑op work.
Coordinates installation of cellars and conductors.
Assist in conducting field tours.
Work on joint industry and new technology development projects.
Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering or equivalent
A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in unconventional natural gas drilling
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong work ethic and ability to work across disciplines
Knowledge of field drilling operations
Familiar with regulatory reporting
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other standard software platforms.
Must be reliable and able to work in all weather conditions and able to lift 40 pounds.
Candidate must be able to meet and maintain a clean driving record and pass a drug screening and background check.
Our Benefits and Perks
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long‑term disability, FSA and 401(k) plan
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
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Job Description
Northeast Natural Energy, a growing natural gas exploration and production company, is seeking a Drilling Engineer for its Morgantown, WV office. This position will work with the Director of Drilling and Completions to plan, develop and supervise drilling operations for Northeast Natural Energy’s Marcellus Shale Assets in West Virginia.
Responsibilities
Report to the Director of Drilling and Completions.
Direct the drilling program for pad development of Northeast Natural Energy’s Marcellus Shale Assets in West Virginia.
Manage Plug and Abandonment (P&A) operations.
Maintain and communicate the drilling rig schedule, including dates for pad construction, drilling rig, frac, drill out, and well turn in line dates.
Work with the Director to negotiate rig contracts, conduct bidding processes, and the selection of vendors.
Develop drilling well designs and procedures for vertical (top hole) and directional (horizontal) sections.
Work with other departments (e.g., land operations, regulatory, construction, water, safety, completions & production/facilities)
Provide drilling information needed for the permitting process.
Develops cost estimates and conducts post operations review of actuals vs. AFE.
Execute drilling plans in a safe and cost-efficient manner.
Work with Drilling Consultants to safely oversee drilling operations.
Responsible for pad special considerations of anti-collision and sim‑op work.
Coordinates installation of cellars and conductors.
Assist in conducting field tours.
Work on joint industry and new technology development projects.
Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering or equivalent
A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in unconventional natural gas drilling
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong work ethic and ability to work across disciplines
Knowledge of field drilling operations
Familiar with regulatory reporting
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other standard software platforms.
Must be reliable and able to work in all weather conditions and able to lift 40 pounds.
Candidate must be able to meet and maintain a clean driving record and pass a drug screening and background check.
Our Benefits and Perks
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long‑term disability, FSA and 401(k) plan
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
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