MPD Technician

Overview

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in managed pressure drilling operations.
• 1+ years of related experience and education/training in hydraulics and fluid system maintenance and repair; knowledge of BOPs and control systems and associated procedures; of riser tensioners and CMC functions; and of all wellhead equipment and running tools.
• Familiar with current managed pressure drilling technology.
• Hydraulic, electronics and mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Understanding of mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Familiar with at-sea operations.
• Experience at decision making and problem solving.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and within groups.
• Possess skills in time management and establishing priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Travel is an essential job function (approximately 100%, this is an offshore rotational position).

Essential Functions

• Assist in the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) and or Subsea systems and equipment for onsite.
• Assist operational groups with ensuring the internal and external preservation, including lubrication of all well control and MPD equipment in storage and/or not in use.
• Demonstrate system knowledge in order to perform all aspects of maintenance, repair on well control and MPD support systems, preventative maintenance, and conduct equipment overhaul.
• Domestic and international travel; employee to coordinate with Subsea Systems Manager and Subsea Engineering Manager on location of deployment based off the company’s requirements.
• Review all Original Equipment Manufacturer (“OEM”) bulletins and Company well control equipment-related alerts for relevance and ensure that an effective action plan is in place.
• Learn Noble’s Subsea Standards, Subsea Operations Manual, MPD Operations Manual, Well Control Manual, and MPD Well Control Manual. Understand deviation process requires an approved Management of Change (“MOC”).
• Adhere to and participate in Noble’s Health, Safety, and Environmental (“HSE”) policies and procedures.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.
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