Especialista Técnico - MPD
NOV · Macaé, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
**Primary Responsibilities** **JOB DESCRIPTION** * 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.