Job DescriptionThis role supports IPT Global's mission by delivering excellence in real-time monitoring, BOP reliability system utilization, prioritizing operational safety, maintaining high service quality, and fostering effective collaboration with stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities BOP Controls- Monitoring real-time data for surface and subsea BOPs; including pressure trends, volume consumption, trend anomalies, and all applicable functions of well control equipment.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of hardware and maintenance actions on well control equipment.
- Communicate clearly with customers about observed anomalies or unexpected trends during BOP monitoring.
- Investigate and respond to alarm system messages specific to the BOP stack.
- Analyze trends to identify potential concerns, predict failures, recommend mitigation strategies, and provide root cause analysis for equipment failures based on data.
- Document trend anomalies, communications, and analysis in comprehensive records.
- Prepare internal and customer-facing reports as needed.
- Strictly adhere to established processes to maintain high standards of service delivery.
Pressure Testing - Ensure satisfaction of both external & internal customers through excellent support and service
- Anticipate customer needs and proactively identify ways to improve their operations
- Review field daily reports and rig forecasts
- Remotely provide real-time assurance to client operations.
- Identify anomalies in the data that may impact the test
- Quickly identify leaking tests and misalignments.
- Communicate and escalate issues as per procedures
- Document the findings, improvements, and corrections as per procedures
- Remotely provide engineering support to end-users:
- Review field rig drawings and ensure compliance to IPT Global drawing standards
- Develop, modify, and correct rig schematics, wellbore schematics, test plans, and other documentation
- Generate and ensure quality test plans that are optimized and compliant
- Support all types of pressure test planning and execution by making recommendations based on IPT Global's best practices
- Review draft test reports to ensure proper component coverage, accurate comments have been made, and that the test has met requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QualificationsRequirements - Minimum of 5 years of experience as a subsea engineer with a major drilling company.
- Hands-on experience with major subsea BOP systems.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot using real-time data trends and strong analytical thinking skills.
- Competent in correlating data to identify root causes through trend interpretation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly in escalating events through proper channels.
- In-depth knowledge of surface and subsea BOP-related regulations (CFRs, Std 53, API standards, RPs, etc.).
- Familiarity with ROV/BOP interface systems.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting electro-hydraulic circuit diagrams.
- Experience with maintenance plans, failure reporting, and component tracking.
- Basic knowledge of technical calculations for subsea operations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Offshore fieldwork may be required occasionally.
- 12-hour shifts on a 14/14 rotation in Houston, TX, including nights and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications - Valid - WellSharp Awareness-Level certification or above
- OEM BOP Equipment Training certification
- Experience with multiple BOP stacks (NOV, GE, Cameron / surface vs subsea).
- 7-10+ years of subsea engineer experience with multiple years as subsea supervisor or Senior subsea.
- Experience in real-time data monitoring, digital pressure testing,remote support/ tech support roles
Additional Information- Location: Houston, Texas
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Compensation: Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, plus comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).
- Work Environment: Collaborative and innovative team culture focused on continuous improvement and professional growth.
