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Technical Advisor - MPD

@ NOV
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Macae, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:monitoring systems, troubleshooting issues, optimizing performance
Requirements Summary:Technical diploma or degree in Engineering; extensive MPD experience; strong diagnostic, analysis, and communication skills.
Technical Tools Mentioned:MPD systems, Real-time monitoring, Control systems, Drilling automation, Pressure control hardware, RCD/ACD
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Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

  • Serve as a technical expert for NOV MPD systems, including monitoring, control, and integrated automation solutions.
  • Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for complex MPD-related issues, acting as an escalation point for Tier 2 personnel and customers.
  • Analyze MPD system performance, pressure data, and operational trends to identify improvement opportunities and reduce non-productive time (NPT).
  • Support planning and execution of MPD operations by reviewing system configurations, operational procedures, and pressure management strategies.
  • Assist in the detection, analysis, and resolution of pressure events, including kicks, losses, and abnormal well behavior, using real-time monitoring tools and system diagnostics.
  • Collaborate with engineering, product management, and operations teams to support MPD product enhancements, system integration, and performance optimization.
  • Contribute to development and improvement of MPD equipment, software, and control systems, including early kick and loss detection (EKLD) capabilities.
  • Support system integration activities involving MPD equipment, rig control systems, and automation platforms.
  • Review field feedback and operational data to support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Provide technical input for documentation, procedures, training materials, and best practices related to MPD operations.
  • Perform competitive and technical analysis of MPD technologies, systems, and industry practices.
  • Comply with all NOV Company policies and HSE requirements.
  • Onshore and offshore support and execution to drilling operations with MPD.
  • Technical support and execution for repair of MPD equipment.

Education & Experience Qualifications

  • Technical diploma, associate degree, or bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Relevant experience in drilling operations, MPD systems including Operating the system, well control, rig automation, or related oilfield technologies.
  • Working knowledge of drilling hydraulics, pressure management concepts, and well control principles.
  • Experience supporting or working with MPD equipment, control systems, or real-time monitoring systems preferred.
  • Strong technical analysis, troubleshooting, and report-writing skills.
  • Ability to interpret mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and instrumentation drawings.
  • Comfortable working across multidisciplinary technical areas, including drilling operations, automation, and control systems.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with multinational teams across multiple time zones.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with customers, operations personnel, and internal technical teams in both portuguese and english.

Preferred Skills & Competencies (optional but recommended)

  • Experience with integrated MPD systems, automated drilling controls, or real-time drilling optimization tools.
  • Familiarity with early kick and loss detection (EKLD) systems.
  • Offshore or rig-site experience supporting drilling or pressure control operations.
  • Understanding of MPD specialty equipment such as rotating control devices (RCD/ACD), choke manifolds, flow measurement systems, and pressure control hardware.