Drilling Engineer

Position Summary

This position supports the planning and coordination of safe, efficient drilling and workover operations. It is a lifecycle well engineering role supporting drilling activities across the Concept Select, Define, and Delivery stages of Ormat’s Well Delivery Process, with occasional support for workover operations.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including project managers, geologists, reservoir engineers, drilling personnel, procurement, and permitting teams.
• Assist in the preparation of well programs, procedures, and operational plans.
• Support engineering analysis (e.g., hydraulics, torque & drag, casing, cementing) to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Participate in pre‑spud planning, risk identification, and contingency development.
• Monitor drilling operations and provide support in tracking performance, costs, and daily activities.
• Track drilling costs, support invoice review, and maintain accurate cost reporting.
• Support troubleshooting of operational issues in coordination with field teams and service providers.
• Contribute to post‑well reviews by compiling data, identifying trends, and documenting lessons learned.
• Maintain well files, reports, and data systems to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
• Utilize drilling software and tools (e.g., Rim Base, dashboards) to support planning and reporting.
• Support contract management activities including tracking performance and delivery of service providers.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate results and recommendations clearly to team members and supervisors.
• Build foundational understanding of drilling engineering principles and well delivery processes.
• Develop and continue ownership of discrete tasks or well components.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• Relevant experience in drilling engineering or a related field preferred.
• Exposure to well planning, design, or field operations preferred.
• Basic understanding of drilling engineering fundamentals (well design, hydraulics, casing, cementing) with a willingness to develop technical capability.
• Ability to identify issues and support problem‑solving efforts with guidance from more experienced engineers.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with periods of high operational activity.
• Demonstrated willingness to communicate proactively, including direct verbal communication (phone/Teams) to resolve issues quickly.
• Demonstrate a proactive learning mindset and willingness to ask questions.
• Ability to ask questions, seek clarification, and escalate concerns in a timely and effective manner.
• Ability to identify risks and propose solutions with guidance.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document work and share information across teams.
• Proficiency in standard business software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn drilling engineering tools and systems (e.g., Rim Base).
• Exposure to industry software (e.g., Landmark Well Plan, WellCAT) is a plus.
• Well Control certification (IWCF or IADC) is a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, including occasional weekend and holiday support.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to ORMAT’s Safe Driving policy.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English to safely and efficiently perform job duties.

• The ability to navigate and work in remote field locations and work outdoors in difficult weather conditions.
• The ability to walk, hike, and work on steep, rough terrain for extended periods of time on occasion.
• Must be able to work in plant/drilling operating areas including exposure to noise, vibrations, heat and cold.
• Must be able to wear any required protective equipment, as required by safety procedures and regulations.