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Patterson-UTI Drilling Interview Questions
& Process

Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 30 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

2.1 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
70% Positive experience

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11 roles · 30 reports

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Patterson-UTI Drilling.

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Frac Engineer

Engineering · nearly a year ago

Mid Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical

The interview included a lot of personal and theoretical questions, like 'what would you do in this situation?'. There were two interviewers, and it was a great interview overall. I discussed my experience and how it would be relevant to the job.

Confirmed questions2 questions
  • Tell me about a time you had a conflict with a coworker and how you handled it.
  • Describe how you would respond in a particular scenario.
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Data Governance Manager

Other · a year ago

Manager Average Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral

Hi there, I hope you're doing well! Thanks for interviewing with us for the Data Governance Manager position. We really enjoyed learning about you. Unfortunately, the team decided to cancel this role opening because business priorities have shifted. However, we were very impressed with your qualifications and would like to keep your info for future roles that fit your skills. Please keep in touch and reach out if you see any other roles you're interested in. Thanks again for your time and interest in Patterson. Best wishes with your job search.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Can you describe how you handle interactions with strong personalities?
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HSE Advisor

Operations · more than a year ago

Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Panel Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation

The interview process started with an in-person meeting at a hiring event. On the same day, I had a second phone interview focusing on safety aspects. Less than a week later, HR arranged a third and final virtual meeting, which included me, several safety department members, and HR. The communication throughout was clear. Although I'd worked for Patterson previously, hired the old-fashioned way on a rig, this experience felt distinctly professional and aligned with expectations.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Have you previously worked with Patterson UTI?
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Business Development Manager

Sales

Mid Difficult Neutral experience Decline offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Panel Presentation Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation

First, I submitted an application online. Then, I had a phone call with HR about my background. After that, I went for an in-person interview with the hiring manager where we talked about my industry experience and business development strategies. Next, a panel interview with senior team members happened, and we went deeper into strategic and relationship-building skills. Then, I presented a market entry strategy to executives, showing my strategic planning and communication skills. The last step was a cultural fit interview with a top executive.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Can you describe your approach to dealing with rejection from a potential client?

Patterson-UTI Drilling Interview Questions

Quoted word for word from Patterson-UTI Drilling interview reports.

In your opinion, why is the floorhand role the most crucial in this company?

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What is your general knowledge regarding electrical equipment?

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What is your general knowledge regarding mechanical equipment?

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 30 Patterson-UTI Drilling interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 50.9%
Technical 33.3%
Presentation 7%
Other 3.5%
Group 3.5%

Interview difficulty

Easy 20%
Average 63.3%
Difficult 16.7%

Candidate experience

Neutral 16.7%
Positive 70%
Negative 13.3%

Reports by job function

Operations 16
Engineering 9
Other 3
Sales 1
HR 1