Data Engineer (Experienced)
At a glance
Mid-level Data Engineering role at Geolog. Multiple Countries · full-time.
Pay not stated Data Engineer salary
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What you'll do
- Install and maintain GEOLOG systems used to capture and measure drilling parameters
- Track drilling activity in real time, then analyze and interpret the incoming data
- Prepare final well logs and technical reports for the well-site geologist and company representative
- Handle on-site technical questions from clients and collect and describe formation samples
- Lead the surface logging team, supporting team cohesion and training mud loggers or sample catchers
What you bring
- A university degree in mechanics, electronics, IT, geology or a related subject
- At least twelve months as a data engineer or unit manager
- Oilfield experience, strong knowledge of rig safety, and effective English communication
- Practical ability to operate and troubleshoot computer hardware and software, plus basic networking knowledge
Who this fits
This suits an experienced field data engineer who can lead a surface logging team and work directly with client representatives and rig personnel on site. The role involves operations in locations worldwide.
From the employer
EXPERIENCED DATA ENGINEER - FIELD ENGINEER
We are looking for Experienced Data Engineers, with a proven track record of logged wells, to join to our teams in various operations worldwide.
The ideal candidate has work experience as a Data Engineer with a service company, has computer hardware and software skills in both operating and troubleshooting abilities and has basic network knowledge.
POSITION
The Data Engineer is responsible for analysing all the data during the drilling operation and preparing all final logs and reports for the onsite well site Geologist and the company man. The Data Engineer must have strong communicative skills, as they liaise directly with client representative on-site, the tool pusher and the Well Site Geologist. As team leaders Data Engineers are responsible for the wellbeing and cohesion of the surface logging team.
Responsibilities include:
- Installation and maintenance of GEOLOG software and hardware for acquiring and measuring drilling parameters;
- Real-time monitoring of drilling activity supporting data analysis and interpretation;
- First point of contact for the client onsite technical support;
- Generating dedicated technical reports and logs;
- Formation sample collection and description for chemical and geo-mechanical analysis.
- To manage and train all employees in the team, such as Mud Loggers and/or Sample Catchers
REQUIREMENTS
- A university degree in Mechanics, Electronics, IT or Geology related subjects
- Minimum of 12 months in a Data Engineer / Unit Manager position
- Ability to communicate effectively in English
- Proven, extensive knowledge of rig safety regulations and safety issues
Introductory trainings on Geolog working procedures and equipment will be provided on joining the Company. Oilfield experience is essential.