CareerPlan

Directional Automation Specialist- Contractor

USAContract2026-08-12 → 2026-11-11

Core

Leads and supervises BGS directional drilling operations at the wellsite to ensure desired directional paths and drilling targets are achieved safely and economically.

Role type

Senior IC directional drilling specialist (automation)

Builds

Directional well paths and drilling targets for oil and gas operators

Domain

Oil and gas drilling

Required skills

Directional drilling, downhole tools, BHA assembly, motor operation, well plan execution, daily/final well reporting, BGS recommendations, rig up/down, troubleshooting, safety compliance, Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred skills

Bilingual English/Spanish, technical writing, presentation skills, customer awareness, PC skills for call center programs

Technologies

BGS, Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise BGS directional drilling operations; Assemble BHA per well/engineering plan; Operate, inspect, maintain, and inventory motors and downhole tools; Generate daily and final well reports; Collaborate with Co Rep and MWD team on BHA specifications; Communicate with Co Reps, Pod operators, and Automation Supervisors; Train Co Reps and 3rd party Drillers on BGS and Slide training; Optimize drilling equipment and parameters; Represent H&P in operator meetings; Attend pre-spud, curve, and safety meetings.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC