KoBold Metals
Mineral Exploration
SeniorDrillingEngineer
“Senior Drilling Engineer at KoBold Metals. Skills: Drilling engineering, Hole design, Drilling program management, Technical oversight. Design hole design. Select drilling method”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver safe, high-quality data collection at optimal cost; Ensure adherence to hole design, safety standards, and data collection objectives; Improve efficiency, data quality, or safety beyond conventional approaches; Drive continuous improvement in drilling operations
Industry & Context.
Complete detailed root cause analysis on all downhole failures; Identify and resolve complex multivariable drilling problems using independent judgment and technical expertise
Ability to work in remote and isolated locations for extended periods, Preference will be given to candidates legally authorized to work in the United States, Canada, Australia, South Africa, United Kingdom, or Zambia
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
7+ years of progressive experience in drilling engineering for oil and gas and/or mineral exploration, Fully competent in all standard drilling techniques and procedures, Advanced knowledge of diamond core drilling operations across multiple program types, geographies, and commodities, Advanced knowledge of construction methodology relevant to drilling programs, Advanced understanding of helicopter-supported exploration drilling, Proficiency in hole design and analysis software tools, Understanding of procurement processes, Demonstrated commitment to health and safety standards, Comprehensive knowledge of industry drilling codes, company standards, and safety policies, Ability to design complex drilling programs, Ability to work in remote and isolated locations for extended periods, A high degree of independence and the ability to work effectively with limited supervision, Must speak, read, and write in English, Valid First Aid Certification
Nice to Have
French fluency, Working towards or holding P. Eng. designation or equivalent professional registration, Expert-level knowledge of drilling operations across multiple program types, geographies, and commodities, Experience in Africa, Experience working on projects with dedicated exploration teams, Understanding of regulatory, environmental, and permitting frameworks across multiple jurisdictions, Experience with logistics tied to complex remote drilling operations, Experience evaluating and introducing new drilling technologies and methodologies, Experience mentoring junior drilling engineers and technical staff, Additional language skills (French, or languages relevant to KoBold’s operating jurisdictions)
What You'll Do.
Select drilling method
Develop execution plans
Complete engineering design
Complete root cause analysis
Collaborate with science teams
Lead procurement processes
Contribute to data collection planning
Generate creative drilling solutions
Provide technical oversight
Manage contractor performance
Track production rates
Synthesize operational scenarios
Ensure drilling safety
Apply value engineering
Resolve drilling problems
Lead post-program reviews
Develop drilling standards
Ensure program compliance
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with Geologists; Collaborate with Data Scientists; Collaborate with Field Operations; Collaborate with Drilling; Collaborate with HSE; Collaborate with other functions; Collaborate with science teams; Work with product team; Work with Geologists; Work with Data Scientists; Work with HSE; Work with Aviation; Work with Legal; Work with Community Relations; Work with Land and Permitting
Communication Scope
Effective communication with team members; Translating complex technical drilling programs into clear, executable operational work packages
Process & Methodology
Drilling program planning, Cost estimation, Scheduling, Risk assessment, Procurement strategies, Execution plans
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