Application Engineer - Drilling Services

Vetco Gray Pte. Ltd.

KW-Capital-Kuwait-KOC Land Until 10/9/2026 3+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted August 10, 2026 Last posted August 10, 2026
Job description

Are you an Application Engineer with an operations focus?
Are you an Application Engineer looking for a new opportunity?
 

Join our Drilling Services Team

We are the leader in well construction and production. Our innovative physical and digital solutions improve efficiency, production and maximize reservoir value. Our global team rebuild and requalify equipment to be deployed into the field for directional drilling. We are an highly recognized team who successfully deliver the highest quality of service to our customers.
 

Partner with the best

As an Application Engineer, you'll be responsible for planning directional and horizontal wells for Drilling Services business. You'll collaborate with other functional teams. You'll ensure well analysis are accurate and the best service is provided to Baker Hughes clients.
 

As an Application Engineer - Drilling Services, you will be responsible for:

  • Ensuring compliance with Manage the Job Cycle (MtJC) process.
  • Working with the assigned Service Delivery Coordinator to understand the client's production objectives as well as the commercial terms.
  • Planning for directional and horizontal wells, anti-collision analysis using Baker Hughes tools on a daily basis.
  • Generating a plan view and graphical presentation of the directional profile.
  • Performing engineering analysis such as hydraulics, torque & drag, BHA static & dynamics.
  • Presenting work internally (Support Field Personals) and to customers.
  • Supporting after-action reviews and root cause analysis and effectively considers project economics and profitability in design of technical solutions.
  • Capturing and sharing knowledge and recommends improvements to global Drilling Services' procedures.


Fuel your passion
To be successful in this role you will:

  • Have Bachelor of Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or direct experience in related fields for Drilling Services.
  • Have 3 years’ experience in Drilling System.
  • Have experience in managing key clients in onshore and offshore applications.
  • Have good knowledge on well planning, wellbore positioning survey and drilling engineering.
  • Have advanced PC skills.
  • Have great math and problem-solving skills.
  • Have ability to working in both Baker Hughes’ and client’s facilities.
  • Have ability to be on call outside of normal business hours.


 

Work in a way that works for you
We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following working patterns:

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
 

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input.  Join us, and you can expect:

  • Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
  • Comprehensive private medical care options
  • Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
  • Tailored financial programs
  • Additional elected or voluntary benefits

#LI_Onsite

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Services Experienced Professional - Applications Engineering
About this role

Summary

Plan wellbore trajectory, analyze drilling data, support well operations, and ensure safety compliance.

Job title

Application Engineer - Drilling Services

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

oil and gas

Location requirements

Kuwait, on-site work only

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

well planningwellbore surveydrilling engineeringadvanced PC skillsproblem-solving

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

drilling systemswell planningdrilling engineeringhydraulicstorque & drag
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Kuwait City, Kuwait

On-site City