MPD Specialist
Core
Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) equipment and systems on offshore drilling rigs.
Role type
Offshore MPD Equipment Specialist (IC)
Builds
MPD systems and components for offshore drilling operations
Domain
Offshore Oil & Gas / Drilling Technology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
MPD equipment maintenance and repair, MPD IRJ operation, subsea department training, regulatory documentation interpretation (API 16RCD, API 92S), equipment inspection supervision, downtime recording, sealing element sizing, MPD control software proficiency, OEM liaison
Preferred skills
Military discharge, Trade School or University graduate, Well Control certification
Technologies
MPD control software, AIM (Asset Information Management), HPU, HCS, reels
Responsibilities
Perform maintenance and repair of MPD equipment including surface manifolds, RCD, and MPD IRJ components; Lead onsite operation of MPD IRJ and associated components; Train and mentor subsea department on MPD IRJ tasks; Supervise MPD equipment inspection requirements; Troubleshoot MPD equipment and implement corrective actions; Complete sealing element evaluation reports and field documentation; Record equipment downtime in AIM; Liaise with equipment OEMs to ensure policy adherence.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC