Drilling Facilities Engineer

What does the job involve?

The Drilling Facilities Engineers are organized in PDP D&W DWCC Facilities F1. We are responsible for the technical condition and integrity of Equinor’s drilling facilities and have people located in Stavanger, Bergen, Stjørdal, Aberdeen and Rio.

What will my tasks be?

Within this position, your key tasks will be to:

• Daily follow-up of drilling equipment and the drilling facility's integrity to ensure reliable and efficient operations in compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Follow-up of the drilling contractor's deliveries and ensure Equinor's see-to responsibility.
• Responsibility for the system's technical integrity and lifetime plan.
• Responsibility for budgets for maintenance and projects.
• Travel offshore as needed.
• Follow up on modifications in the drilling areas.
• Approve studies and technical solutions.
• Contribute to the implementation of new technology.

By joining our team you will have the opportunity to be an integral part of our multidiscipline “One Team” (operator, drilling contractor and main service provider). We are app. 25 people in our department, and we follow up Equinor’s drillings facilities on around 25 installations. We have a broad range of backgrounds and experience and support each other across installations as needed.

Here's what we expect from you:

At Equinor, there are some overall qualities we regard as essential. We want you to identify with the values that guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow: open, collaborative, courageous and caring. We expect you to make safety your priority and to contribute to our zero-harm culture. And for this specific position, we are also looking for:

• Education equivalent to a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in engineering. Relevant experience might compensate for lack of formal education.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable authority and classification requirements for drilling facilities and equipment.
• Dedicated approach to safety and knowledge of relevant standards and regulations.
• Experience from drilling and well intervention work and/or operations.
• Fluent English and Norwegian skills, both written and verbal.

What can we offer you?

We want you to have a rewarding and fulfilling work life. That’s why we offer

Not just a job - a career

In Equinor, your development begins on day one. You will build your competence through a wide range of learning activities while being empowered to build your career across multiple disciplines and geographies. Our internal job market allows a wide range of opportunities for development and growth within your own field, or even in other areas you find interesting and relevant.

Attractive rewards

We give you a comprehensive benefits package with a competitive salary, global parental leave, bonus scheme and pension plan.

Wellness and work-life balance

We care about and prioritise our employees’ well-being. We know that for you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace, being able to collect your children, attend a class or simply enjoy social time can be invaluable. That’s why we encourage you to make use of our flexible work arrangements wherever possible.

An inclusive culture

We believe embracing our differences makes us stronger. For us, true inclusion means being able to bring your whole self to work, and for you and everyone else to feel accepted and valued.

Equal opportunities for everyone

Equinor is an equal-opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions, which include hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, and training, without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or any other protected status. 

As part of this commitment, reasonable adjustments will be made during the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions. If you have any specific requirements, please clarify this in your application and our team will be in contact to see how we can support your needs. 

Important notes about the application process

We expect you to openly offer all relevant information about yourself during the recruitment process. Background checks are performed on all final candidates, and all permanent and temporary hires will be screened using relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions laws. When applying for a job in Norway you will be asked for information on affiliation to high-risk countries for a security assessment.