1. MPD Engineering and Well Planning

- Review drilling programs, well trajectories, casing designs, pore pressure and fracture gradient data, mud programs, rig specifications, offset-well information, and other relevant technical inputs.
- Perform MPD feasibility studies and determine suitable MPD applications and operating strategies.
- Develop MPD drilling philosophies and operating plans for Constant Bottomhole Pressure, Pressurized Mud Cap Drilling, influx management, dynamic FIT/LOT, tripping, loss management, and other applicable MPD operations.
- Establish MPD operating windows based on pore pressure, fracture gradient, mud weight, ECD, annular friction pressure, surface backpressure, and equipment limitations.
- Determine required mud weight, circulation rates, surface backpressure, pressure margins, and operational limits.
- Perform sensitivity analyses to evaluate the impact of changes in mud weight, rheology, temperature, flow rate, well geometry, and operating conditions.
- Update engineering models based on actual field conditions and operational data.

2. Hydraulic Modelling and Engineering Software

- Perform steady state and transient hydraulic modelling using approved engineering software such as Victus, Drillbench, and WellFlo.
- Build and validate hydraulic models using actual well geometry, BHA configuration, fluid properties, rheology, temperature, flow rates, and equipment configuration.
- Compare modelling results between software platforms where required and investigate material differences in assumptions or results.
- Translate simulation outputs into practical operating limits, procedures, and field recommendations.

3. Project Planning and Coordination

- Act as the technical and project focal point for assigned MPD projects.
- Coordinate project activities between the client, operations team, field personnel, workshop, logistics, supply chain, and other service providers.
- Develop and maintain project engineering schedules, deliverables,



readiness requirements, and key milestones.
- Track project actions and ensure technical and operational deliverables are completed within the required timeframe.
- Coordinate technical inputs required for equipment preparation, mobilization, commissioning, and operational readiness.
- Participate in project kick-off meetings, planning meetings, internal reviews, and client meetings.
- Identify technical, operational, equipment, schedule, and logistics risks early and coordinate appropriate mitigation actions.

4. Equipment, Inventory and Logistics Coordination

- Define MPD equipment requirements for assigned projects based on the approved scope of work, well program, rig interface, and operational strategy.
- Prepare and maintain project equipment lists, system configurations, critical spares requirements, and consumable inventories.
- Coordinate with Operations, Base/Workshop, Supply Chain, and Logistics teams to ensure all required MPD equipment, tools, spare parts, and consumables are available and delivered to the required location on time.
- Track equipment readiness, inspection, maintenance, certification, testing, and mobilization status against the project schedule.
- Verify that equipment selected for the project meets required technical specifications, pressure ratings, certification requirements, and approved system configuration.
- Identify long-lead items, equipment shortages, certification gaps, and inventory risks early and ensure mitigation plans are implemented.
- Coordinate load-out, shipment, customs requirements, transport,



and delivery of equipment to the operational location.
- Monitor critical spares and consumables during project execution and coordinate timely replenishment where required.
- Support efficient allocation and utilization of shared MPD equipment across multiple projects.
- Coordinate backload, equipment return, inspection, maintenance, and inventory reconciliation following completion of operations.
- Ensure any changes to the approved equipment configuration are technically reviewed, communicated, and documented.

5. Engineering Drawings and AutoCAD

- Use AutoCAD to prepare, review, and update MPD equipment layouts, rig-up drawings, P&IDs;, flow schematics, interface drawings, and other project-specific technical drawings.
- Review rig drawings, deck layouts, equipment footprints, piping routes, tie-in points, access requirements, and interface constraints.
- Ensure drawings accurately reflect approved equipment configurations and operational requirements.
- Coordinate drawing updates following rig surveys, engineering reviews, equipment changes, or field modifications.
- Maintain revision control and ensure the latest approved drawings are available to the client, field team, workshop, and operations personnel.

6. MPD Procedures and Technical Documentation

- Prepare and maintain MPD programs, operating procedures, operating matrices, decision trees, and work instructions.
- Develop procedures for drilling, connections, energetic flow checks, dynamic FIT/LOT, tripping, influx management, well control, PMCD, loss management, start-up, shutdown, and contingency operations.
- Ensure procedures clearly define operating limits, responsibilities, decision points, and escalation criteria.
- Maintain accurate and controlled engineering documentation and project records.
- Ensure field procedures are practical, clear, and suitable for execution by offshore and onshore personnel.

📌 PROJECT ENGINEER (Kakinada)
🏢 Weatherford
📍 Kakinada