What are the responsibilities and job description for the Offshore MPD Director – Americas position at Weatherford?
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Offshore MPD Director – Americas
Location: Houston, TX
Reports To: SVP Operations – Americas
Job Purpose
The Offshore MPD Director – Americas is responsible for driving growth and operational excellence in offshore Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) across the Americas geozone. This role serves as the top regional leader for MPD business development, technical support, and customer engagement, with a strong focus on deepwater and rig-based offshore operations. The Director will lead strategy execution, support sales teams through technical expertise and asset access, and maintain a customer-first mindset to expand market share and deliver top-line growth.
Roles & Responsibilities
Safety, Security & Compliance
Experience & Education
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Position Title: Offshore MPD Director – Americas
Location: Houston, TX
Reports To: SVP Operations – Americas
Job Purpose
The Offshore MPD Director – Americas is responsible for driving growth and operational excellence in offshore Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) across the Americas geozone. This role serves as the top regional leader for MPD business development, technical support, and customer engagement, with a strong focus on deepwater and rig-based offshore operations. The Director will lead strategy execution, support sales teams through technical expertise and asset access, and maintain a customer-first mindset to expand market share and deliver top-line growth.
Roles & Responsibilities
Safety, Security & Compliance
- Uphold the highest standards of corporate governance and compliance with Weatherford’s HSE policies and industry regulations.
- Promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.
- Exercise ‘Stop Work Authority’ when safety or integrity concerns arise.
- Ensure adherence to Weatherford’s Quality Management System (QMS).
- Drive continuous improvement in service quality across all operations.
- Define and execute the offshore MPD strategy in alignment with global and regional goals.
- Identify and implement new technologies and commercial models specific to offshore MPD.
- Collaborate with manufacturing and operations to optimize asset utilization and inventory.
- Lead the PRA (Project Readiness Assessment) process for offshore MPD projects.
- Support solutions selling and bundling opportunities across product lines.
- Maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders and external customers.
- Be recognized as a credible industry expert in offshore MPD technologies and solutions.
- Monitor and enhance financial performance of the offshore MPD business.
- Contribute to revenue forecasting, cost control, and margin improvement.
- Lead competency development for offshore MPD personnel.
- Sponsor talent development programs including NextGen Field Engineers.
- Support succession planning for key roles in the offshore MPD domain.
- Champion innovation and operational efficiency across offshore MPD operations.
- Evaluate and plan for future market conditions and align the strategy to take advantage of any changes or opportunities
- Demonstrate leadership, ethical behavior and adherence to Weatherford standards at all times.
Experience & Education
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 12 years of experience in Managed Pressure Drilling, with a strong focus on offshore and deepwater operations.
- Proven subject matter expertise in MPD technologies and applications.
- 5 years in a leadership role with cross-functional influence.
- Experience with Weatherford systems (WPTS, OEPS).
- Background in oil and gas surface systems, down-hole tools, and offshore rig operations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Deep understanding of offshore MPD technologies and commercial strategies.
- Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management. Skilled in examining tenders, market conditions and operational requirements.
- Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Ability to develop financial plans and manage resources. Ability to analyze and interpret financial data. Ability to prepare financial reports, statements, and projections
- Knowledge of communications and public relation techniques. Ability to develop and deliver professional presentations
- Work effectively across a diverse multicultural multilingual community
- Proven technical problem-solving ability
- Strong understanding of global oil industry & awareness of the key operators/technology users
- Must be self-motivated & an effective team manager
- Excellent influence and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Must have good organizational skills & an ability to work to tight & sometimes challenging deadlines.
- Must be able to make decisions and be able to identify & implement appropriate improvements.
- Possess an enthusiasm for challenging established practices.
- Ability to lead global and virtual teams across geographies.
- Experience in project delivery and implementation.
- Familiarity with Weatherford’s quality systems and operational platforms.
- Domestic and international travel up to 25–50% may be required.