The candidate is expected to be able to perform the following:
Primary duty is to conduct research in to provide next generation drilling tools technologies, especially PDC cutter manufacturing and testing technologies and solutions to the challenges faced by Saudi Aramco D&WO;stakeholders. This position the research is related to the focus area of Advanced Drilling Tools.
Originate ideas for new inventions in the field resulting in Saudi Aramco assigned IP.
Specify design criteria and relevant operating parameters for development of new projects within his area of expertise.
Participate in project technical reviews and reviews proposals for new or changed operating procedures on his area of expertise to ensure efficient and economic operations.
Acts as Task Force Leader as assigned to solve special problems in his area of expertise.
Develop a basis for required lab and field testing, analyses of results and recommends new or changed procedures and/or design.
Publishes research findings in high ranking publications including scientific journals.
Recommends, designs and oversees suitable outside investigations to resolve problems which exceed current engineering knowledge in his specialty.
Makes presentations to various Shareholder Technical Meetings, as appropriate.
Conducts seminars, prepares manuals and trains and develops Aramco engineers and technicians in his area of expertise.
Participates in technical societies and technical groups in his area of expertise.
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the focal area leader to which he reports.
Minimum Requirements
The successful candidate should hold a Ph. D degree in petroleum, mechanical or industrial engineering/science, from recognized universities or colleagues. Strong skills in FEA, welding, grinding, and machining is desirable.
Must have a strong research capability and experience in good diversity that covers such as drilling tools, PDC cutter, rock mechanics, etc. Fewer years of research experience will be looked into if candidate has strong background or experience in PDC cutter sensing (designing and implementing).
Should have a background in drilling engineering related to onshore or offshore drilling, deep gas drilling, smart completion, expandable, down-hole drilling tools, rig equipment, etc.
Should possess outstanding analytical abilities. Problem solving skills related to PDC cutter manufacturing, testing, and failure analysis.
Outstanding technical capabilities as shown by publications (SPE, IADC, OTC, or IPTC, etc.), patents and IPs.
Should have strong commitment to OHSE.
Must have demonstrated ability to communicate ideas clearly to work effectively with others, and to utilize his technical knowledge to achieve practical results.
Working environment
Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.
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