Company Info
Large organization
200 + Employees
ExxonMobil Corporation is one of the world’s largest publicly traded companies, an industry leader in the petroleum and petrochemical business and operates in virtually every region of the world.
ExxonMobil Corporation is one of the world’s largest publicly traded companies, an industry leader in the petroleum and petrochemical business and operates in virtually every region of the world. Mobil Producing Nigeria and Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria are affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation and have operated in Nigeria for over 60 years and form one of the largest sources of revenue for the Nigerian government and economy.
Job Title: Graduate Wells Engineer
Location: Lagos
Description
What role you will play in our team:
- As a Wells Engineer in the Drilling and Completions department, you will be part of a dynamic, high-performing team responsible for designing, planning, and executing drilling, completion, and well intervention projects.
- You will develop technical expertise, gain hands-on field experience, and build a solid foundation for a successful engineering career within ExxonMobil.
What you will do
- Standard wells engineering role is a office (5 and 2 day) job in Lagos; possibility of working internationally
- Assist in well design, planning, and execution activities for drilling and completions projects.
- Support the development of drilling and completion programs, including wellbore schematics, casing and tubing designs, and equipment specifications.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (geoscience, production, facilities) to optimize construction and performance.
- Monitor drilling and completions operations, ensuring adherence to safety, environmental, and quality standards.
- Analyze drilling and completion performance data to identify lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.
- Participate in risk assessments, peer reviews, and management of change (MOC) processes.
- Contribute to cost estimation, scheduling, and operational planning activities.
- Support the application of new technologies and innovative practices in field operations.
- Commit to a strong safety culture and demonstrate leadership in operational excellence initiatives.
About you
- A Bachelor’s of Science Degree, or greater, in Engineering or Technology with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division (2.1)
- Maximum of 3 years of engineering experience since graduation date.
- The ability to travel and work in an offshore environment to support operations
- Ability / Desire to work internationally (training / rotation / expatriate); rotational schedules could include a 28 / 28 day rotation and / or a 3 week office / 3 week offshore / 3 week off rotational schedule (rotations may be either offshore Nigeria or an international location)
- Read, write, and speak fluent English, especially as it applies to technical and business communications
- NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Internship, industrial training, or project experience related to drilling, completions, or well operations.
- Familiarity with drilling engineering software (e.g., Landmark, WellCat, StressCheck).
- Leadership experience in academic, professional, or extracurricular activities
Application Closing Date
23rd May, 2025.
How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should Click here to apply online
Note
- If your application is not successful at any stage we will let you know as soon as we can.
- If your application meets or exceeds our minimum criteria following the closing date, you will be invited to participate in an assessment.Successful candidates will subsequently be invited to participate in interviews including a technical competency assessment.
- ExxonMobil recognises that recruiting and developing the right people is key to our success and so we look for applicants who demonstrate the right skills, attitudes, capability and potential. Our processes are designed to be robust, engaging and consistent.
