Engineering

Integrated Solutions - Well Engineer Advisor At Baker Hughes

Baker Hughes·Rivers, nigeria·Full Time·Onsite
EngineeringFull TimeOnsite
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  • The Integrated Solutions Well Engineer Advisor is the technical authority for well engineering activities across Integrated Solutions projects and Centers of Excellence.
  • This role provides expert support throughout the well lifecycle, including well construction, completions, intervention, optimization, and abandonment, from concept and tendering through execution and project close-out.
  • Working closely with customers and cross-functional teams, the Advisor Well Engineer develops safe, cost-effective, and technically robust well solutions while ensuring compliance with Baker Hughes standards, regulatory requirements, and customer objectives.
  • The role also provides technical leadership during project execution, driving operational excellence, well integrity, performance optimization, and continuous improvement.

As an Integrated Solutions Well Engineer Advisor, you will

  • Lead well engineering activities in accordance with Baker Hughes HSE policies, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards and regulations. Defining technical requirements for rigs, equipment, services, and third-party providers to support project objectives.
  • Provide technical expertise and support during tendering and project planning activities.
  • Develop, review, and approve well designs, well programs, operational procedures, and technical documentation for drilling, completions, intervention, and abandonment operations.
  • Prepare and review well cost estimates, operational schedules, risk assessments, and contingency plans.
  • Lead technical assurance activities, including peer reviews, quality reviews, and risk management processes.
  • Monitor project performance, operational progress, and expenditure, identifying opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, and cost performance.
  • Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting support, and recommendations to optimize operational execution.
  • Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and achievement of defined technical and operational objectives.
  • Lead Root Cause Analysis investigations and ensure lessons learned are documented and shared across the organization.
  • Prepare and review technical reports, including End of Well Reports, after-action reviews, and lessons learned summaries.
  • Contribute to the development and enhancement of engineering standards, policies, procedures, and technical guidance.
  • Represent Baker Hughes through participation in technical forums, industry events, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

To be successful in this role, you will

  • Hold a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Have significant experience in well engineering, including drilling, completions, intervention, optimization, or abandonment operations.
  • Demonstrate expertise in well design, operational planning, engineering analysis, and well execution.
  • Have experience working across a variety of well applications and operating environments, including integrated projects and/or operator environments.
  • Hold a valid Well Control certification and possess a strong understanding of well integrity and risk management principles.
  • Demonstrate strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with proficiency in industry-standard well engineering software and digital tools.

Desired Characteristics:

  • Knowledge of geomechanics and advanced well engineering applications.
  • Proven track record of operational optimization and continuous improvement.
  • Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to technical publications, industry forums, or professional societies.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND

At a glance

Company

Baker Hughes

Location

Rivers, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

August 20, 2026