Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Senior Drilling & Field Data Collection Project Engineer to support drilling & field operations near Las Vegas, NV.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

As the Senior Drilling & Field Data Project Engineer for our environmental contract at the Nevada National Security Site, the position supports drilling & field operations related to groundwater monitoring and extraction wells. Wells are planned to be drilled or sampled at depths from 1,000-5,000 ft with single or multiple completions. The wells are located in southern Nevada, northwest of Las Vegas. Wells will mostly range from 2 7/8” to 5.5” in diameter and in some locations have dedicated submersible pumping equipment.

Drilling Project Management

Reporting to the UGTA Drilling Manager, manage the scope, schedule, materials, subcontractors and budget for the drilling and sampling of three wells on the Nevada National Security Site in 2025. The project will include on-site Navarro staff, multiple subcontractors, NNSS M&O support, and DOE client interactions. Following drilling, the selected individual will support long-term field data collection including water level measurement, transducer installation, maintenance, and replacement, sampling of other wells on the NNSS using bailers and electric submersible pumps, and submersible pump replacement as necessary. The position will also support data collection and analysis in support of regulatory closure.

Status, track, and report on the progress of the drilling preparation, subcontracting, drilling execution, and reporting as defined in Navarro approved work scope. Knowledge of Earned Value Management, P6 schedule evaluation, and MS Project. Knowledge of subcontracting and contract mechanisms

Technical Expertise

Expert knowledge rotary drilling techniques using top drive drill equipment to optimize well drilling and construction processes. Experience with managing the completion of well drilling and completion. Troubleshoot and address drilling issues effectively. Management of drilling, pump, pump hoist, materials, and other subcontractors / providers.

Well Design and Planning

Anticipate and address potential drilling challenges by providing solutions prior to and during drilling operations. Recommend modifications to drilling plans as necessary to optimize performance and mitigate risks.

Duration

The drilling activity, including planning, preparation, operations, and reporting is expected to last through the end of Calendar Year 2025. Field operations for the drilling is expected to start in May or June of 2025 Additional data collection work activities include significant well development, testing, and reporting and is planned for Calendar Years beyond 2025.