Field Specialist III - Managed Pressure Drilling Services

Advanced Search; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford is seeking a Field Specialist III MPD to optimize MPD and drilling processes in Kuwait. You will work with country and regional teams to ensure accurate reporting, safety, and compliance while supporting field operations and maintenance of MPD equipment.

The role requires 3–5 years MPD experience, a Petroleum Engineering background, and proven troubleshooting and reporting skills. Expect to work on site with occasional base duties and safety-focused activities.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years related MPD field experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum/Engineering required.
• Strong MPD knowledge and field operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain MPD equipment at job site and in workshop.
• Prepare and review daily MPD reports and hydraulic calculations.
• Rig up, operate, and troubleshoot MPD equipment on site or in shop.
• Perform green tagging, testing, and equipment handling as directed.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, quality, and regulatory procedures.
• Document all MPD operations and incidents in system records.

Skills

MPD experience

Mechanical aptitude

MS Office (Outlook/Word/Excel)

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering (Petroleum)

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

Field Specialist III - Managed Pressure Drilling Services

Education Bachelor of Technology/Engineering(Petroleum)

Category Oil, Gas & Energy

Job Overview Weatherford is seeking a skilled and results-driven Field Specialist III MPD to join our team. This pivotal role is responsible for optimizing MPD and drilling processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving profitability. The ideal candidate will work closely with country and regional team to ensure accurate reporting and compliance. Additionally, this role plays a key part in conducting Operations safely and with minimal interruption to drilling. The job requires occasional package preparation in the Weatherford base where full compliance to Weatherford performance standards is required.

Responsibilities:

Conducts maintenance of the Managed Pressure Drilling Services equipment at the job site and workshop when required.

Responsible for daily MPD reporting, hydraulic calculations, simulations and supervises shift personnel.

At the discretion of product line management (such as the Engineering Manager, Operations Manager, or their designee) will be responsible for working in the shop. This will include but not limited to green tagging, preparing, and/or assisting with shipping equipment to job site.

Rig up, operate and perform troubleshooting of the Managed Pressure Drilling Services equipment at the job site or workshop, ensure all paperwork and HSE requirements are met and complied with

Perform green tagging, In Casing Test, or other operational activities required on location or in the shop and all documented procedures for the Managed Pressure Drilling Services equipment on location.

Perform all RCD operations and monitoring.

Performs field operations of Managed Pressure Drilling Services equipment including operating the MPD Choke from the Operator s Panel

Troubleshoot all electrical/electronic components and repair/maintain chokes and other mechanical equipment as necessary.

Completes all the necessary reports/paperwork related to Managed Pressure Drilling Services operations.

Keeps updated on all inspection requirements for the Managed Pressure Drilling Services equipment on the job site and in the shop.

Demonstrate and apply knowledge and understanding of all matters related to the Managed Pressure Drilling Services equipment and accessories.

Provides onsite job support to include but not limited to: mechanical, hydraulic functionality, revision changes, compatibility issues, troubleshooting, system versions, of Managed Pressure Drilling Services components.

Keep updated on Managed Pressure Drilling Services equipment, mechanical and hydraulic equipment manufacturing or regulatory standards.

Know and understand Weatherford Quality Policy and comply with all requirements of the Quality Systems Manual, Operating and Technical Procedures and Workplace Instructions

Comply with Weatherford and client Quality, Health, Security and Environment (QHSE) procedures and documentation on site for specific shift.

Document all jobs and incidents in the Weatherford Performance Tracking System (WPTS).

Participate in the Permit to Work process.

Actively participate in ToolBox talks.

Must understand and comply with all safety rules and company policies of Weatherford

Required to complete the competency and training requirements identified by Global and Regional Management.

Complete training in order to meet the minimum HSE certification and technical requirements required perform their jobs

Perform all duties regarding Managed Pressure Drilling Services and Weatherford assigned by management or supervisors within the physical demand of the job description.

Skills

Mechanical ability necessary to perform repairs

Excellent Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel computer skills

Good oral and written communication skills

Must be able to follow instructions

Able to work closely with fellow employees

General understanding of products and their application.

Individual must be adaptive to change, have multi-tasking ability.

Ability to work in a team environment.

Ability to work in high and cold temperature environment

Should be able to work closely with all levels of personnel and outside contractors.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications: 3 - 5 years related to MPD field experience Bachelor's degree Strong MPD knowledge #LI-MD1