Field Specialist II Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD)

About the Role

Weatherford is seeking a Field Specialist II Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) for a full-time position in Saudi Arabia. This role is responsible for the safe and efficient installation, operation, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and rig-up/rig-down of MPD equipment at customer well sites. The Field Specialist II provides hands-on operational support throughout MPD projects, working closely with the MPD Supervisor, Field Engineers, drilling contractor, and customer representatives to ensure MPD systems and equipment are properly prepared, operated, and maintained during well construction activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform safe and efficient MPD equipment rig-up, operation, testing, commissioning, and rig-down according to approved procedures.
• Operate and monitor MPD choke systems, Rotating Control Devices (RCD) systems, flow measurement equipment, valves, pressure-control equipment, and associated systems.
• Support MPD operations during drilling, tripping, casing running, cementing, and other well construction activities.
• Conduct equipment inspections, function checks, preventive maintenance, and pre-job readiness checks.
• Perform equipment pressure testing and document test results in accordance with approved requirements.
• Troubleshoot routine mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and instrumentation issues, escalating complex problems to the MPD Supervisor or Field Engineer.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify abnormal pressures, leaks, equipment malfunctions, or unsafe operating conditions.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, equipment drawings, manuals, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Support Field Engineers and MPD Supervisors with equipment setup, operational checks, data monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate equipment inspection, maintenance, pressure-test, and operational records.
• Prepare and submit required field reports, service tickets, equipment logs, and other job-related documentation.
• Participate in pre-job meetings, JSA/JHA, toolbox talks, risk assessments, and lessons-learned activities.
• Maintain MPD equipment, work areas, facilities, hoses, fittings, and pressure-control connections in safe and serviceable condition.
• Manage and monitor equipment inventory, spare parts, and consumables required at the well site.
• Support equipment failure investigations and Root Cause Analysis activities.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers and provide professional service at the well site.
• Provide guidance and support to junior Field Specialists when required.
• Maintain effective communication with the MPD Supervisor, Field Engineers, drilling contractor, customer representatives, and internal support teams.
• Remain available on a 24-hour call basis to respond to customer and operational requirements.
• Comply with all Weatherford HSE, Quality, Security, Management System, and operational requirements.
• Perform other duties safely as assigned by the supervisor within the physical requirements of the job.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Solid working knowledge of MPD equipment, Rotating Control Devices (RCD), MPD choke systems, pressure-control equipment, flow measurement systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, valves, and associated instrumentation.

Work Environment

This role operates at customer well sites, requiring a strong focus on HSE, equipment reliability, operational readiness, service quality, customer satisfaction, and reduction of equipment-related Non-Productive Time (NPT) in accordance with Weatherford procedures and industry standards. The position performs field activities with increasing independence, identifies and resolves routine technical and equipment issues, and escalates complex issues when required.