Drilling Engineer (Saskatoon, SK or Calgary, AB)

Our client, RESPEC is seeking an experienced Drilling Engineer to join their growing team. In this role, you will lead and support a diverse portfolio of drilling projects, including exploratory drilling, solution-mining wells, geothermal wells, and disposal wells. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to develop innovative well designs, drilling programs, and execution strategies that support energy and mineral resource development.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive at RESPEC. It is 100% employee-owned, which means they take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

This position is ideal for a technically strong engineer who enjoys managing projects from concept through completion, solving complex challenges, and delivering high-quality results in a dynamic consulting environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the full project lifecycle, from proposal development and project planning through successful execution, while maintaining schedule and budget objectives

• Lead drilling engineering and consulting efforts for exploratory drilling, solution-mining, geothermal, and disposal well projects

• Develop detailed well designs and comprehensive drilling programs, including but not limited to:

• Casing and tubular design

• Drilling fluid and mud systems

• Cementing programs

• Well testing and completion programs

• Prepare and manage Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) documents, including cost estimates and budget approvals

• Develop accurate drilling cost estimates and project schedules while coordinating with drilling contractors, service providers, and project stakeholders

• Provide project oversight to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant field operations

• Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement solutions to support successful project outcomes

• Collaborate closely with clients and internal technical teams to deliver practical, cost-effective engineering solutions

• Must be willing to travel 10% of the time

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of science degree in petroleum, geological, or mining engineering

• Minimum of 5 years of drilling engineering experience

• Strong technical background in well design and drilling program development and execution

• Prior experience in AFE preparation, cost tracking, financial accountability, and procurement services

• Strong client relationships and the ability to support business development efforts

• Experience with completions engineering and design would be an asset

• Professional license or the ability to achieve professional license

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Ability to prioritize work demands to meet deadlines while exercising judgement and working independently

• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive benefits package. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits include:

• Flexible Work Schedules

• Retirement & EPP (with company match up to 4%)

• Professional Development and Training

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

RESPEC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you are qualified and interested in this opportunity, please submit your application in confidence to Emily Sommer at: esommer@mcqueencreative.com