Field Engineer III Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD)

Weatherford International Oil Field Services; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford International Oil Field Services in Saudi Arabia seeks a Field Engineer III MPD to plan, execute and optimize Managed Pressure Drilling operations at customer well sites, providing advanced engineering expertise and on-site leadership to ensure safe, efficient drilling.

You will work closely with customers and crews, supervise MPD equipment, monitor hydraulic data, support pre-job planning, and mentor junior engineers while complying with API standards and HSE policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in petroleum or related engineering field.
• Minimum 7 years of oil and gas drilling experience with MPD.
• IWCF/IADC supervisor-level well control certification.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work rotation schedules.
• Experience in onshore and offshore MPD projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead MPD operations per approved engineering programs and HSE standards.
• Provide real-time engineering support during drilling and related activities.
• Monitor hydraulic performance and pressure data to maintain wellbore control.
• Operate automated MPD control systems and adjust as needed.
• Prepare daily reports and end-of-well documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with customers and contractors.

Skills

MPD expertise

Well control

Hydraulic modeling

Real-time data analysis

RCD experience

MPD choke systems

Coriolis flow measurement

Automation MPD control systems

Engineering leadership

HSE compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Rotating Control Devices (RCD)

MPD control systems

Coriolis flow measurement equipment

Job description

The Field Engineer III Managed Pressure Drilling MPD is responsible for planning executing and optimizing Managed Pressure Drilling operations at customer well sites. The role provides advanced engineering expertise, operational leadership and technical support to ensure safe, efficient and reliable drilling performance while meeting customer expectations, company standards and regulatory requirements. Working closely with customers, drilling contractors and internal teams, the Field Engineer III serves as the primary engineering resource for complex onshore and offshore MPD projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of Managed Pressure Drilling MPD operations in accordance with approved engineering programs, operational procedures and HSE standards
• Provide real-time engineering support during drilling, tripping, casing running, cementing and other well construction activities requiring MPD
• Monitor, analyze and optimize drilling parameters, hydraulic performance and pressure data to maintain wellbore pressure control
• Operate and oversee automated MPD control systems to maintain target bottom-hole pressure throughout drilling operations
• Develop engineering recommendations and operational adjustments based on real-time well conditions and technical analysis
• Support pre-job planning, hazard identification, risk assessments and technical reviews with customers and internal stakeholders
• Supervise the rig-up, pressure testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, maintenance and rig-down of MPD equipment
• Coordinate field activities with drilling supervisors, company representatives, rig personnel and service providers to ensure seamless operations
• Investigate operational issues and equipment failures, perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Prepare accurate daily operational reports, engineering analyses, end-of-well reports and lessons learned documentation
• Ensure compliance with company HSE policies, customer requirements, API standards and industry best practices
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior Field Engineers and Field Specialists
• Support equipment commissioning, new technology implementation, inventory management and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain equipment readiness and support mobilization planning for upcoming projects
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships by delivering high-quality technical support and operational excellence

Key Skills & Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) technologies, equipment, and operational applications
• Thorough understanding of well control principles, drilling hydraulics, and surface back-pressure management
• Experience with Rotating Control Devices (RCD), MPD choke systems, Coriolis flow measurement systems, and automated MPD control systems
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling, pressure analysis, and interpretation of real-time drilling data
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, instrumentation, and operational issues under demanding field conditions
• Knowledge of drilling data acquisition systems and digital drilling technologies
• Technical leadership and engineering decision-making
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication, reporting, and customer engagement skills
• Project planning and operational coordination
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Team leadership, mentoring, and coaching
• Strong commitment to HSE, quality, and operational excellence
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure, remote, and rotational field environments

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• Minimum 7 years of oil and gas drilling experience, including at least 5 years in Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) operations
• Demonstrated experience supporting complex onshore and offshore MPD projects
• Willingness to travel internationally and work rotational assignments in remote locations
• IWCF or IADC Well Control Certification (Supervisor Level)
• Experience in HPHT, deepwater, extended-reach, depleted reservoir, and narrow-margin drilling environments
• Knowledge of Constant Bottom Hole Pressure (CBHP), Pressurized Mud Cap Drilling (PMCD), Mud Cap Drilling (MCD), and Managed Pressure Cementing
• H S, First Aid/CPR/ BOSIET, and offshore survival certifications (as applicable)