Contract - MPD Project Engineer
- Houston, TX, United States
$100 to $120 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $100 to $120 USD / hour
- Experience
- 5+ years of drilling/MPD experience.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
We’re looking for consultant – MPD Project Engineer | Houston, TX
We are seeking an experienced Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Engineer for a project-based subcontractor position located in Houston, Texas.
Key Responsibilities:
Support MPD project engineering, planning, and execution.
- Perform MPD hydraulics, ECD/ESD, SBP, surge/swab, and operational simulations.
- Develop MPD programs, operating matrices, procedures, and technical documentation.
- Review MPD equipment requirements, P&IDs, and system configurations.
- Participate in client meetings, technical reviews, risk assessments, and project planning.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting during project execution.
Requirements:
Engineering degree (Petroleum, Mechanical, or related discipline).
- 5+ years of drilling/MPD experience.
- Strong knowledge of MPD operations, wellbore hydraulics, and well control.
- Experience with MPD hydraulic modeling/simulation software.
- Strong technical, communication, and client-facing skills.
📍 Work Location: Houston, TX – Local Project Position Contract position
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply or reach out for additional details. We reserve the right to contact selected candidates only.