Drilling Engineer V Salary in Killeen, Texas

Drilling Engineer V Salary in Killeen, TX

How much does a Drilling Engineer V make in Killeen, TX? The average Drilling Engineer V salary in Killeen, TX is $201,966 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $172,877 and $215,087. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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10th Percentile Drilling Engineer V Salary $146,392 Killeen,TX April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Drilling Engineer V Salary $172,877 Killeen,TX April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Drilling Engineer V Salary $201,966 Killeen,TX April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Drilling Engineer V Salary $215,087 Killeen,TX April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Drilling Engineer V Salary $227,033 Killeen,TX April 24, 2024
25% $172,877 10% $146,392 90% $227,033 75% $215,087 $201,966 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Consulting: Providing technical or business expertise and advice to internal or external clients.

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Performance Optimization: Performance optimization is the process of modifying a system to amplify its functionality, thus making it more efficient and effective.

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Sustainability: Sustainability is a societal goal that broadly aims for humans to safely co-exist on planet Earth over a long time. Specific definitions of sustainability are difficult to agree on and therefore vary in the literature and over time.

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Consulting 10.53%
Performance Optimization 5.26%
Sustainability 5.26%
Others 78.95%

Job Description for Drilling Engineer V

Drilling Engineer V provides expert judgment for the design and implementation of oil and gas wells. Resolves highly complex technical issues and conducts advanced research into emerging technology in the field. Being a Drilling Engineer V recommends alterations to development and design to improve safety, costs, and efficiency. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Drilling Engineer V demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. May report to a manager or head of a unit/department. To be a Drilling Engineer V typically requires 10+ years of related experience. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Job Openings for Drilling Engineer V in Killeen, TX
  • AKM ENTERPRISES INC. - Houston, TX
    AKM Enterprises (AKM-AI). We are leader in big data who has been pioneering new frontiers for the Energy sector since 2005. We are now pushing the limit to...
    - 4 Days Ago
  • AES Drilling Fluids - Houston, TX
    The. Technical Drilling Fluids Engineer. reports to the Engineering Manager, and under minimal supervision, works independently to provide sales, business ...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • Nabors Industries - Tyler, TX
    Description. Are you seeking an opportunity to show your exceptional skills and knowledge. Are you looking for a company which provides you with dynamic an...
    - 4 Days Ago
  • Chord Energy - Houston, TX
    Essential Job Functions. Planning Future Development with Drilling Engineer, the Business Unit (BU) and Regulatory. Manage planning and development of well...
    - 1 Day Ago
  • LHR Global - Houston, TX
    Job Description. Job Description. At this time, we are only receiving applications from candidates who are currently situated in the Americas, thank you. W...
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Career Path for Drilling Engineer V

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Drilling Engineer V, the first career path typically progresses to Reservoir Engineering Manager.

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CIVITAS RESOURCES INC
Civitas Resources, Inc., an exploration and production company, focuses on the acquisition, development, and production of oil and natural gas in the Rocky Mountain region, primarily in the Wattenberg Field of the Denver-Julesburg Basin of Colorado. The company was formerly known as Bonanza Creek Energy, Inc. Civitas R... More
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Drilling Engineer V Pay Difference by Location

Drilling Engineer V salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Drilling Engineer V, the highest Drilling Engineer V salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Drilling Engineer V salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Drilling Engineer V salary is in Miami, FL, where the Drilling Engineer V salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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