MPD Field Operator

Job Description

The Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Field Engineer will be responsible for setting up and operating the MPD equipment at the rig site and providing engineering support with guidance from the MPD engineer in office. The MPD Engineer will be responsible for the engineering design and modeling support from the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing quick look assessments for potential new clients, analyze the appropriate application of Beyond Energy’s MPD equipment and expertise to each specific well or drilling campaign.
• Assist in creating MPD programs, leverage MPD knowledge, and model wellbore hydraulics to incorporate MPD operations into client drilling programs and well designs for narrow window wells, sour wells, wells with sensitive formations, and performance drilling applications.
• Assist in identifying appropriate MPD equipment and operations that adhere to client design parameters, assisting clients to achieve well objectives.
• Interface regularly with client engineers and company men on location, as well as other third-party services.
• Provide ongoing engineering and operations support, monitor real-time operations to ensure adherence to the MPD program, update modeling as required, maintain field reporting documentation, and generate engineering reports.
• Technically inclined in terms of providing engineering solutions daily, and a high-level attention to detail in the engineering work provided.
• Initial training and guidance will be provided but the engineer is expected to be able to function independently in handling different engineering inquiries in the field.
• Participate in after-action reviews with clients, produce end-of-well/pad reports to capture lessons learned and best practices.
• Schedule flexibility as it is necessary to meet customer drilling schedules and provide after-hours engineering support.
• Travel to customers’ locations and field support of ongoing operations as needed.
• Work with office to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives throughout the engineering department and company.
• Exemplify the corporate B.E.S.T P.R.A.C.T.I.C.E. S in all aspects of their work.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical diploma from an accredited university.
• 0-2 years of direct MPD or engineering experience focusing on drilling.
• Strong Excel and M.S. Office skills.
• Well Control, First Aid, and other applicable safety/field tickets.
• Drilling & Completion field experience.

Who’s B.E.S.T?

Beyond Energy Services and Technology began in Canada in December 2015 and is a Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) leader with a mission to provide sustainable, innovative, and best-in-class MPD solutions to our customers. Our diverse experience and focus on innovative and inventive technologies allow us to remain on top of our game and reduce our customer's non-productive time, save money, and ensure safe operations. Today, with headquarters in Calgary, Alberta, and in The Woodlands, Texas, our team comprises nearly 200 dedicated employees.

Why Beyond?

 Beyond is an exciting place to learn and grow both personally and professionally. We pride ourselves on our values and culture.

 Values

We believe in the importance of keeping people, communities, and the environment safe. We commit and deliver on our promises. We’ve built and continue to build a workplace that empowers equality, diversity, innovation, and belonging.  Together we achieve results that allow us to exceed expectations.

Culture

We foster a positive and inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued, motivated, and engaged. We achieve this with:

• Strong leaders who lead by example and demonstrate integrity.
• Prioritizing employee development and growth with regular feedback and coaching.
• Generous benefits to help our team members manage their personal and professional commitments for themselves and their families.
• Acknowledgment and celebration of your contributions and achievements.
• Working together to support each other’s success, to create camaraderie and strong collaboration between teams.  

Beyond is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply!