Senior Engineer- Structural

Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.

Serve as a lead contributing Structural engineer within the Engineering and Technical Support group, responsible for designing drilling structures and associated sub-systems to meet operational requirements. Manage capital construction projects from planning through execution, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful delivery. Provide technical support to Operations, Marketing, and Purchasing groups to maintain and improve rig productivity, while evaluating equipment performance and implementing engineering solutions to enhance reliability and efficiency.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Develop and manage structural engineering design scopes for New Rig Construction, Refurbishing, Modification / Upgrade, and Maintenance activities, including scope of work development, drafting oversight and final drawing approval and issuance

• Performs engineering calculations, drawing review and other engineering functions in relation to above

• Provides construction management (including scheduling and cost control) and engineering support for rig construction activities

• Provides technical support to the Operations, Marketing, and Purchasing departments, including on-site troubleshooting, condition assessment, repair planning and oversite

• Maintains current knowledge of new drilling equipment and practices

• Maintain current knowledge of new project management techniques and practices

• Review research, analyses, internal and supplier specifications, manuals, and other data supporting team and project needs to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications

• Review product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, client contract requirements, and related specifications; and, review and recommend capital equipment for Capital and Equipment Standards committees

• Manage external engineers and support staff including subcontractors and consultants to ensure timely delivery of project documents.
• Assists in audits of sub-contractors
• Participates in the evaluation of new equipment

• 9+ years of experience with a minimum of 5 years with a drilling contractor and/or drilling services company

• Bachelor of Science degree in civil/structural engineering from an accredited university is required
• Highly proficient in drilling and oilfield structures
• Proficient with structural analysis, preferably Solid Works Simulation, StruCAD, SAFI, and/or RISA 3D
• Proficient with drafting software such as AutoCAD and/or Solidworks
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Project

• Professional Engineer License in Civil/Structural
• Work experience at mast / derrick / substructure manufacturer, including designing API 4F structures
• Familiarity with field inspection and leading field repair of drilling structures.
• Working knowledge of project management tools including cost estimations, contracts, and scheduling.
• Working knowledge of project management concepts related to project initiation, project planning, project execution, project monitoring and controlling, and project closing.
• Management and leadership concepts including leading people,…