Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Engineer / MPD Supervisor
Middle East - Onshore & Offshore Drilling Operations
Long-Term Contract Opportunity | Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) & UBD
Performance Energy are supporting a leading international oilfield services provider in securing experienced Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Engineers and MPD Supervisors for long-term rotational assignments across the Middle East.
This is a technically demanding contract role supporting high-profile drilling campaigns where advanced pressure control and hydraulic modelling expertise are critical to operational success.
About Performance Energy
Performance Energy is a specialist technical recruitment partner to the global oil & gas and energy sector. We connect high-calibre drilling and well engineering professionals with world-class operators and service companies across international markets.
Our focus is precision delivery, commercial protection, and long-term workforce partnerships across complex energy projects.
The Opportunity
We are recruiting experienced:
Supporting Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) and Underbalanced Drilling (UBD) operations on active drilling programmes.
These roles are rotational, long-term contract positions with immediate mobilisation.
Key Responsibilities
MPD Supervisor
Lead all day-to-day MPD operational activities on location
Act as focal point for rig-site MPD operations and mobilisation of equipment and personnel
Oversee pressure control strategy and operational execution
Ensure compliance with company HSE and operational policies
Maintain daily communication with rig representatives, client drilling teams and third-party service providers
Provide technical oversight during critical well control and pressure events
MPD Engineer (Field Engineer)
Execute and supervise MPD field engineering operations
Operate and troubleshoot industry-standard MPD control systems
Install and operate Rotating Control Devices (RCD)
Connect and configure sensors to data acquisition systems
Perform real-time data monitoring, interpretation and system optimisation
Conduct hydraulic modelling including:
Single-phase modelling
Multiphase modelling
Steady-state analysis
Transient simulations
Support kick detection, pressure management and well control response
Technical Requirements
Minimum 5+ years' Managed Pressure Drilling experience
Strong rig-site operational background
Proven experience in hydraulic modelling (single-phase & multiphase; steady-state & transient)
Experience operating MPD control systems and RCD equipment
Confident in pressure control philosophy and kick detection procedures
Client-facing communication capability
Adaptable and operationally focused mindset
Mandatory Certification
(Level 4 certification is essential for both Engineer and Supervisor positions.)
Preferred Experience
Rotation & Contract Details
Rotational pattern: 35/35 or 6/3
Contract duration: 12+ months
Start date: Immediate mobilisation
Contract type: Long-term contract
(All commercial terms discussed confidentially during application process.)
Ideal Candidate Profile
You are technically strong in MPD operations, confident in real-time pressure management, and comfortable working within high-performance drilling teams. You understand hydraulic modelling beyond theory and can apply it in live operational environments.
You are proactive, solutions-driven, and capable of operating in complex, high-pressure drilling environments.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced MPD Engineer, MPD Field Engineer, MPD Supervisor, UBD Engineer or Pressure Control Specialist, we want to hear from you.
Submit your CV via the Performance Energy form to be considered for immediate shortlisting.
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