Manager, Capital Equipment - Tubulars

hpinc; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Helmerich and Payne (H&P) in Tulsa, OK seeks a Manager of Capital Equipment - Tubulars to lead strategic asset management, lifecycle planning, and reliability initiatives across the western hemisphere’s rig fleet. The role partners with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and HSE to optimize asset performance and drive cost-effective, safe drilling operations.

The position requires advanced knowledge of drilling equipment, strong leadership, and proven project execution to ensure

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of land drilling rig equipment and FlexRig operations.
• Strong understanding of well control equipment, drilling fluids systems, and mechanical equipment utilized in drilling operations.
• Knowledge of asset management principles, lifecycle planning, reliability engineering, and maintenance best practices.
• Understanding of relevant industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze operational and financial data to support strategic decision-making.
• Strong project management and program execution capabilities.
• Effective leadership and team-building skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple functional areas.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the H&P Core Values: Actively C.A.R.E., Customer First, Relentless Innovation, One Team, and Do the Right Thing.
• Lead asset management strategies for specialized drilling equipment across the H&P rig fleet.
• Develop lifecycle management plans, replacement strategies, maintenance requirements, and equipment standards for assigned asset categories.
• Manage capital equipment utilized in drilling operations and support functions. Facilitate transfers of assets according to business needs.
• Monitor asset reliability, utilization, maintenance costs, and operational performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement standardization initiatives to improve fleet consistency, equipment performance, and operational efficiency.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and HSE teams to resolve equipment issues and support field operations.
• Provide technical expertise and recommendations regarding equipment selection, deployment, modifications, upgrades, and replacement.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective action development for significant equipment failures.
• Lead or support capital projects involving specialized drilling equipment and related infrastructure.
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets associated with assigned asset categories.
• Evaluate new technologies, products, and vendors to improve safety, reliability, and operational performance.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, customer requirements, OEM recommendations, and applicable industry standards.
• Support internal audits, equipment inspections, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, asset utilization, cost optimization, and operational performance.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to employees and stakeholders supporting specialized equipment programs.

Skills

Asset management

Lifecycle planning

Reliability engineering

Budgeting & cost control

Leadership

Project management

Data analysis

Strategic decision-making

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Job description

At H&P, our people are our strength.

Since 1920, Helmerich and Payne has been the industry's most trusted partner in drilling productivity and reliability. As the world changes, so does our approach. We are changing the landscape of drilling by using cutting-edge rig technologies and drilling solutions to build upon a century of success, all while continuing to deliver better outcomes for our customers. At H&P, our people are our strength. We strive to continually lead with our Core Values that enable employees to develop on their H&P Journey. We believe that doing the right thing means creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that empowers our people to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Some companies offer career paths. We offer a Journey of a Lifetime. Let's go far, together. Hear directly from our employees, and leaders about their unique journeys at Helmerich and Payne .

Location: Tulsa, OK

Work Type: Onsite

At a Glance:

The Manager of Capital Equipment - Tubulars is responsible for the strategic management, reliability, lifecycle planning, standardization, compliance, and operational readiness of specialized drilling equipment across the H&P rig fleet, primarily in the Western Hemisphere. This position provides leadership and oversight for asset categories including well control equipment, drilling fluids systems, mechanical support equipment, and other specialized rig systems critical to safe and efficient contract drilling operations. The role partners with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Supply Chain, HSE, and field leadership to optimize equipment performance, maximize asset utilization, control lifecycle costs, and support operational excellence throughout the fleet.

What you will do:

The following items represent the essential functions and accountabilities for this position. This description is not meant to be all inclusive nor to prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Regular and reliable attendance is essential and required in performance of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Demonstrate the H&P Core Values: Actively C.A.R.E., Customer First, Relentless Innovation, One Team, and Do the Right Thing.
• Lead asset management strategies for specialized drilling equipment across the H&P rig fleet.
• Develop lifecycle management plans, replacement strategies, maintenance requirements, and equipment standards for assigned asset categories.
• Manage capital equipment utilized in drilling operations and support functions. Facilitate transfers of assets according to business needs.
• Monitor asset reliability, utilization, maintenance costs, and operational performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement standardization initiatives to improve fleet consistency, equipment performance, and operational efficiency.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and HSE teams to resolve equipment issues and support field operations.
• Provide technical expertise and recommendations regarding equipment selection, deployment, modifications, upgrades, and replacement.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective action development for significant equipment failures.
• Lead or support capital projects involving specialized drilling equipment and related infrastructure.
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets associated with assigned asset categories.
• Evaluate new technologies, products, and vendors to improve safety, reliability, and operational performance.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, customer requirements, OEM recommendations, and applicable industry standards.
• Support internal audits, equipment inspections, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, asset utilization, cost optimization, and operational performance.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to employees and stakeholders supporting specialized equipment programs.

What you need:

• Advanced knowledge of land drilling rig equipment and FlexRig operations.
• Strong understanding of well control equipment, drilling fluids systems, and mechanical equipment utilized in drilling operations.
• Knowledge of asset management principles, lifecycle planning, reliability engineering, and maintenance best practices.
• Understanding of relevant industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze operational and financial data to support strategic decision-making.
• Strong project management and program execution capabilities.
• Effective leadership and team-building skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple functional