Drilling Engineering Intern

Precision Drilling

Mar 6, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Science
Engineering
Calgary

Requirements

Knowledge & Skills:
The position requires the individual to be detail-oriented, have excellent communication skills, and be highly analytical.
The ability to work within tight reporting deadlines
Resourceful with strong organizational skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently but also collaborate with other team members
Education:
Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting
Minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred
Experience:
Proficient in using Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Open to learning and willing to be a team player

Responsibilities

Develop a method of automatically and continuously tuning a PI controller based on 1 Hz and 50Hz signals to be applied to a rig’s AutoDriller system. The opportunity may be available to test logic on either a functional or test rig.
Validate outputs from Machine Learning initiatives by comparing results to actual datasets. Make recommendations for areas in which models can be improved and which changes may be needed.
Compile and validate data from real-time alerts. Organize and document feedback from the Performance Drilling Team and make recommendations for improving logic that automatically detects various conditions on all operating rigs.
Assist the Drilling Solutions Team with building new tools for analyzing and visualizing high-frequency (1000Hz) downhole dynamics datasets.
The role of a rig’s control and process control systems, including the function of all major pieces of equipment involved and how the driller (operator) interacts with the system.
The role AutoDrillers (PI controller) play in on-bottom drilling operations and how to utilize them for maximizing performance and reducing downtime.
Effectively collaborate within a diverse and multidisciplinary team, proficiently communicate with colleagues with different backgrounds.
Clearly document all work, with an emphasis on standardizing processes and workflows for others.
Prepare and deliver a final presentation.

Application Process

Applicants MUST submit a Cover Letter detailing their interest in working at Precision Drilling. Failure to submit a Cover Letter will result in automatic disqualification. Please submit your Cover Letter & Resume in ONE PDF file attached in the resume section.

Precision Drilling

Count on Precision Drilling to Deliver High Performance, High Value

Energy

Industry

5001-10,000

Employees

1951

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Precision is a leading provider of safe and High Performance, High-Value services to the oil and gas industry. We offer customers access to an extensive fleet of highly efficient Super Series drilling rigs, supported by our digitally enabled Alpha™ suite of technologies. Precision has partnered with several industry leaders to develop its full technology suite consisting of AlphaAutomation™, AlphaApps™, and AlphaAnalytics™, which delivers efficient, predictable, and repeatable results through enhanced drilling performance. Our EverGreen™ suite of environmental solutions reinforces our longstanding commitment to operating efficiently and with environmental stewardship dating back to the 1990’s when we ran our first grid powered drilling rig. Precision recognizes the importance on driving towards net zero and the necessity of a global energy transition, and we are highly motivated to execute our vital role in the energy value chain with the lowest possible environment impact. Precision also offers well service rigs, camps, and rental equipment backed by a comprehensive mix of technical support services and skilled, experienced personnel.