Big challenges need bold thinkers.
If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.
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.
We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.
Job DescriptionRESPEC is seeking an experienced Drilling Engineer to join our 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.
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.
Key responsibilities include:
- 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
QualificationsRequired
- 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
Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Skills Required
- 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
- Experience preparing AFEs, tracking costs, maintaining financial accountability, and supporting procurement services
- Strong client relationships and ability to support business development efforts
- Experience with completions engineering and design
- Professional license or ability to achieve professional licensure
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, exercise judgment, and work independently
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed
RESPEC Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — - Retirement Support: Retirement benefits are positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through the combination of an ESOP and a 401(k). Long-term wealth-building potential is emphasized as a differentiator versus base-salary-only comparisons.
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Healthcare Strength — - Healthcare Strength: Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as a standard, comprehensive foundation. Additional protection coverage (life and disability) is also included, strengthening the overall benefits stack.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — - Fair & Transparent Compensation: Pay is characterized as generally fair-to-good when viewed across roles and in combination with total rewards. Clear salary ranges appearing in some job postings further support expectations-setting for certain positions.
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What We Do
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