
Baker Hughes GCC
Field Specialist - Directional Drilling
- Permanent
- Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
- Experience 5 - 10 yrs
Job expiry date: 01/05/2026
Job overview
Date posted
17/03/2026
Location
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Salary
SAR 15,000 - 20,000 per month
Compensation
Salary only
Experience
5 - 10 yrs
Seniority
Experienced
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
01/05/2026
Job description
The Field Specialist - Directional Drilling at Baker Hughes is responsible for providing on-site technical support and problem resolution for moderately complex directional drilling operations. The role involves applying advanced knowledge of wellbore placement, collision avoidance, hydraulics, and torque & drag simulations while supervising BHA handling and related operations. The specialist develops proficiency in Logging While Drilling (LWD) and Directional Drilling services, ensuring effective application of well construction technologies such as hydraulic expandable reamers and circulation subs. The role requires reporting on drilling services portfolio activities, facilitating continuous improvement, collaborating with field teams, and completing advanced technical training and site development programs. The position emphasizes operational excellence, technical expertise, and adherence to best practices in directional drilling while supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality field operations.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Provide on-site resolution for moderately complex directional drilling issues, analyzing multiple factors to determine solutions
- Develop and demonstrate proficiency in Logging While Drilling (LWD) and Directional Drilling service delivery at the well site
- Report on drilling services portfolio activities, documenting technical performance and operational outcomes
- Apply expertise in wellbore placement and collision avoidance practices in coordination with drilling teams
- Demonstrate knowledge and oversee hydraulics, torque & drag simulations, and BHA handling procedures
- Support well construction activities involving advanced tools such as hydraulic expandable reamers and circulation subs
- Communicate effectively with field teams to facilitate continuous improvement and share best practices
- Complete advanced technical training programs and assigned well site development programs to maintain and enhance technical skills
Experience & skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering or technical field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in directional drilling (DD) field operations
- Proficiency in Logging While Drilling (LWD) services and directional drilling technologies
- Knowledge of wellbore placement, collision avoidance, hydraulics, torque & drag simulations, and BHA handling
- Strong communication skills with fluency in English
- Team player with ability to collaborate effectively with field personnel and technical teams
- Eligibility to work in Saudi Arabia without visa sponsorship
- Ability to work on-site in various project locations with flexibility for customer working patterns