Field Engineer

IPT Global; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IPT Global is seeking a Field Engineer to support field operations at client work sites, including offshore and international locations. This role focuses on coordinating well control equipment and testing operations, supporting installations, troubleshooting field technology, and ensuring safe, high-quality service delivery.

The Field Engineer will collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to coordinate field activities, resolve issues, document testing processes, and identify

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• Willing to travel offshore, including helicopter travel.
• Ability to obtain TWIC and HUET/BOSIET certifications.
• On-call rotation including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a visible safety leader at client work sites and participate in safety programs.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage well control equipment and well barrier testing operations.
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and other vendors to streamline testing operations.
• Monitor and document testing processes for surface and subsea operations.
• Create BSD files, wellbore schematics, and test plans.
• Plan and manage equipment and network installations in various field environments.
• Troubleshoot basic network/connectivity issues on offshore rigs and escalate when needed.
• Follow processes to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Understand client needs and identify opportunities to enhance support.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication skills

Customer service

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

PDF creation

Job description

Company Description

IPT Global is the pioneer and recognized global leader in digital well assurance, trusted by major operators and drilling contractors worldwide to deliver well schematics, advanced pressure testing technology, and equipment health monitoring with unmatched efficiency, reliability, and safety. For more than 16 years, IPT Global has set the standard for well lifecycle management, helping operators and drilling contractors reduce risk, protect personnel and the environment, and operate with greater confidence — completing more than 300,000 pressure tests across rig operations in over 25 countries. Our SureTec® platform brings well schematics, digital pressure testing, and equipment health monitoring together in a single connected ecosystem, transforming fragmented well data into actionable intelligence. Built collaboratively with the operators and drilling contractors who use it, SureTec delivers the right information to the right people at the right time, enabling faster decisions, stronger assurance, and safer operations across the well lifecycle. IPT Global also provides 24/7 real-time monitoring and expert support, ensuring continuous surveillance and immediate assistance whenever and wherever it's needed.

Company Description

IPT Global is the pioneer and recognized global leader in digital well assurance, trusted by major operators and drilling contractors worldwide to deliver well schematics, advanced pressure testing technology, and equipment health monitoring with unmatched efficiency, reliability, and safety. For more than 16 years, IPT Global has set the standard for well lifecycle management, helping operators and drilling contractors reduce risk, protect personnel and the environment, and operate with greater confidence — completing more than 300,000 pressure tests across rig operations in over 25 countries. Our SureTec® platform brings well schematics, digital pressure testing, and equipment health monitoring together in a single connected ecosystem, transforming fragmented well data into actionable intelligence. Built collaboratively with the operators and drilling contractors who use it, SureTec delivers the right information to the right people at the right time, enabling faster decisions, stronger assurance, and safer operations across the well lifecycle. IPT Global also provides 24/7 real-time monitoring and expert support, ensuring continuous surveillance and immediate assistance whenever and wherever it's needed.

Job Description

Location: Houston, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Exempt

Travel: Up to 75% — Offshore Gulf of Mexico and International

About the Role:

We are seeking a Field Engineer to support field operations at client work sites, including offshore and international locations. This role is responsible for coordinating well control equipment and well barrier testing operations, supporting equipment and network installations, troubleshooting field technology, and ensuring safe, high-quality service delivery.

The Field Engineer will work closely with clients, vendors, and internal teams to coordinate field activities, resolve issues, document testing processes, and identify opportunities to improve customer support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a visible safety leader at client work sites and participate in applicable work site and rig-based safety programs.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage well control equipment and well barrier testing operations.
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and other vendors to streamline testing operations.
• Monitor and thoroughly document testing processes associated with surface and subsea operations.
• Create Base Schematic Design (BSD) files, wellbore schematics, and test plans.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage equipment and network installations in a variety of field environments.
• Troubleshoot basic network and connectivity issues on offshore rigs and elevate issues to the Real-Time Operations Center (RTOC) and Operations Manager when necessary.
• Follow established processes and procedures to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery.
• Develop an understanding of client needs and identify opportunities to enhance customer support.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

The successful candidate will be adaptable, technically capable, customer-focused, and comfortable working in demanding field environments. Strong communication skills and a commitment to continuous learning are important, as the role requires working with clients, vendors, and internal teams across a variety of field situations.

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Adaptability and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• A willingness to learn and continuously develop technical expertise.
• Resourcefulness and the ability to identify practical solutions in the field.
• A strong commitment to safety and service excellence.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• Ability and willingness to receive the yellow fever vaccination.
• Ability to maintain all required safety and training certifications necessary to perform field responsibilities.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation, including nights, weekends, and extended hours.
• Valid driver's license and proof of sufficient vehicle insurance.
• Ability to successfully complete the company's field training program.
• Ability to work offshore and travel by helicopter and boat.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Ability to obtain and maintain HUET/BOSIET certification.
• Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to pass required medical examinations for offshore work.
• Willingness and ability to travel on short notice to locations throughout the world for extended periods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF creation, and other proprietary software.
• Computer troubleshooting, networking/network troubleshooting, and hardware repair skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Knowledge of drilling, completions, intervention, and plug and abandonment (P&A) operations.

Additional Information:

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.