Grey Wolf International has established operations in Kuwait and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with a strong reputation for delivering safe, efficient, and reliable drilling services for our customers. Our people are skilled and well trained, and our operations are supported by robust systems that have been developed, tested and proven over several decades of worldwide operations.

The Project Engineer applies knowledge, experience, and training into the tendering, design and development of new Major Capital Projects/Rig Upgrades.

CULTURE:
Grey Wolf International promotes a strong safety culture through our "Target Zero" initiative, emphasizing employee well-being and environmental responsibility. We support career growth through robust training and development, encouraging innovation and collaboration. With competitive benefits, a casual work environment, generous time-off policies, and a culture grounded in respect and integrity, we create a workplace where people feel empowered and valued.

DAY IN THE LIFE:

Prepare project plans including manufacturing strategy, schedules, budgets, and technical documents for tenders
Collaborating with appropriate departments to develop business cases for new rig opportunities
Performing technical & financial GAP analysis of technical proposals versus tender or contractual documents
Developing, reviewing, evaluating, and recommending improvements to equipment and practices
Ensuring compliance with local, national, and international standards and legislation
Monitoring project plans and performing routine inspection of production schedules
Review and approve quotation packages & facilitate procurement of drilling rig equipment
Responsible for customer and executive progress reporting
Responsible for answering and clarifying technical design questions from equipment manufacturers
Coordinate, review, and approve third party drilling rig equipment designs

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

Mechanical Engineering Degree
7 years or more direct work experience with drilling rigs, drilling components and drilling equipment design
Proficiency with AutoCAD
Experience with SAP, Inventor, Ansys and Safi is an asset.
Experience working in a GCC country is preferred.

***This is a residential, non-rotational role based in Kuwait.***