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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

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Minimum Qualifications

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 SolidWorks 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

Preferred Qualifications

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, driving results, leading change, business acumen, and building coalitions.

BEHAVIORAL COMPENTENCIES

Strong analytical skills

Conflict resolution related to designs through technical coordination.

Holistic and Interdisciplinary approach to solving problems.

Encouragement of team members and engineering group with mentorship and guidance to individual performers

Reliable self-starter able to establish priorities and organize workload on a daily basis with minimal direction

Dependable and adaptable to change

Good interpersonal skills

Must be a team player with a positive attitude

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Technical Competencies

Knowledge of global and local analysis of drilling structures, including designing to API 4F

The individual should have proficient drilling knowledge related to the following items:

Drilling and rig crew functions and How drilling structures are used during operation.

How drilling structures and equipment skids are lifted, moved, assembled and raised

How drilling structures and equipment skids are fabricated and repaired.

Code requirements pertaining to the design, construction, safety, and operation of both land and offshore drilling rigs including but not limited to API, ASCE, etc.

Discipline specific fabrication and manufacturing design, processes, and testing (i.e., welding, machining, etc.).

Construction, fabrication and manufacturing concepts related to drilling rigs.

Knowledge and experience with rig and equipment testing and commissioning, including systems integrated testing (SIT) and integrated acceptance testing (IAT).

Ability to read, interpret, and explain drawings to field personnel and/or junior engineers

physical requirements / working conditions

Engineer position may require periods of extended travel to domestic or international rig locations equating to approximately 25% of time worked.

Work Authorization Requirement: Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Nabors does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

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.