Junior Drilling Engineer

Job summary

The Junior Drilling Engineer will support the planning, execution, and reporting of various drilling projects including exploration and geothermal development. They will assist senior staff with technical analysis, cost tracking, and field data management while participating in site visits and operations.

Job details

Company Description 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 Description RESPEC is seeking a motivated Junior Drilling Engineer to support the planning, execution, and delivery of drilling projects within our Mining & Energy practice. Working alongside experienced engineers and project managers, this role contributes to a variety of projects, including exploration drilling, solution mining, geothermal development, and disposal wells. The Junior Drilling Engineer will assist with drilling program design, field operations, technical analysis, cost tracking, and project reporting while gaining valuable hands-on experience in a collaborative, safety-focused environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity to build technical expertise, develop industry knowledge, and grow a successful engineering career. Key Responsibilities include: Support senior engineers and project managers in the planning, coordination, and execution of drilling projects Assist with the development of drilling programs, technical specifications, work plans, and project documentation Contribute to drilling cost estimates, project schedules, and technical calculations under the guidance of senior staff Monitor drilling activities and communicate project progress, field observations, and operational challenges to project teams Collect, organize, review, and maintain field data, records, and project documentation Assist in preparing technical reports, presentations, and client deliverables Participate in drilling operations, field investigations, site visits, and other project-related activities Develop technical knowledge in exploration drilling, solution mining, geothermal energy systems, and disposal wells Engage in professional development opportunities and work toward professional engineering licensure Travel as needed to support project activities, typically 10-20% of the time We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related engineering discipline 0-3 years of relevant drilling, mining, energy, geotechnical, or subsurface engineering experience Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation preferred or ability to obtain Basic understanding of drilling operations, data analysis, and engineering principles Experience with reporting, cost tracking, or field data management is considered an asset Demonstrated desire to learn and develop in a consulting environment Must possess a driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record Internship, co-op, or related field experience is considered an asset Additional Information Compensation: 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. Discipline: Petroleum Engineering

What you’ll do

The Junior Drilling Engineer will support the planning, execution, and reporting of various drilling projects including exploration and geothermal development. They will assist senior staff with technical analysis, cost tracking, and field data management while participating in site visits and operations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Petroleum, Geological, or Mining Engineering with 0-3 years of relevant experience. An Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation is preferred, along with a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Retirement Plan
• Company Match
• Professional Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance

Listed skills

• Technical Reporting · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• data management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Drilling Engineering
• Project Planning
• Technical Analysis
• Cost Tracking
• Field Operations
• Data Management
• Technical Reporting
• Geothermal Development
• Solution Mining
• Exploration Drilling
• Engineering Principles
• Project Documentation
• Safety Compliance
• Site Visits
• Project Schedules
• Program Design
• Good Driving Record
• Energy System Transition
• Willingness To Learn
• Digital Transformation
• Resilience Planning
• Engineer in Training
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• Data Analysis
• Consulting
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Engineering Geology
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Project Management
• Mining Engineering
• Operations
• Petroleum Engineering
• Presentations
• Coordinating
• Investigation

Job areas

• Engineering
• Energy
• Consulting
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Drilling Engineer
• Mining Engineers, Metallurgists and Related Professionals
• Petroleum Engineers

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