Responsibilities

- Collect, analyze, and manage technical data related to drilling performance.
- Interpret downhole drilling information, well profiles, lithology, and their implications on directional control, BHA limitations, bit design, and overall drilling efficiency.
- Provide exceptional service to customers by offering drilling optimization strategies and solutions.
- Conduct detailed performance analyses for critical or strategic applications to enhance operational efficiency.

Product Development

- Utilize engineering principles, product knowledge, and deductive reasoning to design and optimize products.
- Continuously evaluate products, components, and materials to ensure superior performance.
- Perform benchmark analysis and measurable performance evaluations.
- Apply critical thinking to develop creative solutions for diverse challenges.
- Communicate new product capabilities and recommendations to the sales team and customers.
- Make application‑specific recommendations for product standardization or obsolescence based on field performance data.

Technical Sales

- Identify new business opportunities by applying in-depth product knowledge.
- Provide technical applications support to the sales team through customer meetings, presentations, and consultations.
- Collaborate with the sales team and customers to enhance performance and address reliability concerns.
- Deliver training sessions for internal teams and external customers to strengthen technical knowledge and skills.

Job Requirements

- In‑depth knowledge of drill bits, downhole tools, application analysis, and the drilling environment.




- Strong communication and negotiating skills; sales experience is an asset.
- Presentation and public speaking skills.
- Non‑standard work hours may be required for rig/operator support when needed.
- Robust knowledge of computer systems and application programs – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Tableau, Spotfire or data analytic systems.
- Ability to solve problems with limited resources, information and time.
- Participate in development programs to learn new skills and stay abreast of new technology and innovations.
- Comply with Ulterra’s health and safety policies.

Minimum Qualifications

- Undergraduate degree in Science, Engineering, or Math, or CET (Certified Engineering Technologist).
- Registered with APEGA or ASET.
- 5+ years of relevant drilling, down‑hole tools, drill bits or rig‑site experience.
- Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

- Strong negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in computer systems and analytical tools, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Tableau, or Spotfire.

Additional Details

- The Applications Engineer must work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties.
- The typical work environment will be in the office or field, which may require exposure to outdoor weather conditions and/or loud noise.

Patterson-UTI is committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of personal characteristics protected by law. Employees are encouraged to report any concerns through multiple channels.

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📌 Engineer ULTCAD (Calgary)
🏢 Patterson-UTI
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