A Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) and Micro tunneling (MT) Engineer with a strong background in Civil/Mechanical/Geotechnical Civil engineering with Proven, hands-on experience in Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) and micro tunneling (trenchless methods, such as pipe jacking or Direct Pipe) in oil and gas pipelines, water, telecommunications.
Responsibilities:
To oversee and Design/ planning:
- Perform engineering calculations for detailed HDD and Micro-tunneling designs as required (if required).
- Review project specifications, drawings, schedules, and (Appr. cost estimates if required)
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including bore paths and contingency strategies as per project requirements.
- Site supervision and execution:
- Monitor daily construction activities and adherence to project specifications and safety regulations.
- Manage and plan subcontractors, and required equipment from mobilization and demobilization to execute the jobs.
- Act as the primary point of contact with Project Managers, regulatory bodies, and internal teams.
Operations Management/ Environmental Requirements:
- Monitor/report on the progress of drilling and tunneling parameters, such as rate of penetration to the Project managers..
- Troubleshoot technical and operational issues, and implement effective solutions with Subcons
- Manage the disposal of drilling fluids in compliance with environmental regulations with the subcons..
Documentation and reporting:
- To have sufficient knowledge of Procedures and required approvals from Aramco/Governmental authorities.
- Review and obtain approvals of Sub-contractors procedures from relevant authorities. (Aramco/MoT/Railway etc..).
- Maintain accurate and organized project documentation, including daily reports, as-built drawings, and technical reports.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable contract documents, standards, and legislation.
- Geotechnical analysis and risk management:
- Collaborate with geotechnical teams to analyze soil and rock samples and assess subsurface conditions.
- Identify potential geological hazards and implement mitigation strategies.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop method statements to ensure safe operations
Skills:
- Technical expertise: In-depth knowledge of HDD and micro-tunneling equipment, methodologies, and guidance systems.
- Analytical skills: The ability to analyze geotechnical data, technical drawings, and real-time operational metrics.
- Problem-solving: Strong capacity to troubleshoot complex on-site issues and adapt to unforeseen challenges.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for reporting, stakeholder interaction, and team collaboration.
- Leadership: Ability to guide and mentor site crews and junior staff effectively.
- Attention to detail: Meticulous approach to quality control, documentation, and compliance.
- Software proficiency: Competence with relevant engineering and project management software (e.g., CAD, scheduling, geotechnical modeling).
- Mobility: A Valid driving license and Willingness to travel frequently to all project sites, which may be remote.
Qualification:
- Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or Equivalent
- Min of 10 years of experience in Oil & Gas industries and having worked min of 5 years with Aramco projects in Saudi Arabia especially in Pipeline/Cross country pipeline projects.
