Drilling Engineer

RESPEC seeks an experienced Drilling Engineer to join our team in Saskatoon, SK; however remote, and other locations will be considered for the right candidate.

The primary responsibilities of the Drilling Engineer will be consulting of exploratory drilling, solution-mining, geothermal wells and disposal wells, complete the life cycle of projects including project management and execution of project tasks, financial accountability and budgeting, and must be willing to travel 10-20% of the time. RESPEC supports a diverse range of mining and energy projects spanning the globe, offering a qualified candidate exposure to a dynamic mix of drilling projects with diverse clients.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

Required:

• Bachelor of science degree in petroleum, geological, or mining engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of drilling engineering experience
• Strong technical background in well design and drilling program development and execution
• Prior experience in AFE preparation, cost tracking, financial accountability, and procurement services
• Strong client relationships and the ability to support business development efforts
• Experience with completions engineering and design would be an asset
• Professional license or the ability to achieve professional license

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Holidays & Paid Time Off
• 401(k) & ESOP with company match up to 4%
• Professional Development & Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs

RESPEC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.