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Engineering – Jr. MPD Specialist Jobs in Paradise, Canada at Beyond Energy Services & Technology
Title: Engineering – Jr. MPD Specialist
Company: Beyond Energy Services & Technology
Location: Paradise, Canada
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Location: Paradise
Newfoundland Facility USA, 1382 Topsail Rd., Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Posted Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.
The Jr. Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Specialist / Technologist / Engineer is responsible for developing and supporting the execution of MPD programs, interfacing with both present and prospective clients, and contributing to engineering department projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing quick look (QL) assessments (preliminary MPD programs) for operator clients, evaluating the application of MPD equipment and services for specific wells or drilling campaigns.
- Develop detailed MPD programs, including wellbore hydraulics modeling, for applications such as narrow-margin wells, sour wells, sensitive formations, and performance drilling.
- Specify appropriate MPD equipment and operating parameters aligned with client objectives and design constraints.
- Develop rig layouts and P&IDs, including equipment placement, piping tie‑ins, and rig zone classifications.
- Perform pressure drop calculations for interconnecting piping systems.
- Develop MPD well control matrices and kick‑response scenarios in compliance with regulations and company standards.
- Participate in or support HAZID, HAZOP, and MOC processes as required.
- Ensure compliance with client safety, technical, and operational requirements.
- Interface regularly with client engineers, drilling superintendents, field personnel, and third‑party service providers.
- Support development and delivery of MPD training materials for office and field personnel.
- Providing ongoing technical and operations support, monitoring real‑time operations (RTOC) to ensure adherence to the MPD program, maintaining field reporting documentation, and generating technical reports.
- Schedule flexibility is required in this role to support operator client needs with regards to drilling operations.
- Provide real‑time operational support (RTOC), ensuring adherence to MPD programs and assisting with troubleshooting. RTOC and On‑Call shift normally require availability or constant attention to operations outside normal office hours.
- Maintain field documentation and reporting, including generation of technical and end‑of‑well reports.
- Participate in after‑action reviews to capture lessons learned and best practices.
- Travel to client locations to support field operations as required.
- Working with management to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives throughout the engineering department and broader organization.
- Exemplify the corporate B.E.S.T P.R.A.C.T.I.C.E.S in all aspects of their work.
In addition to the above responsibilities, the successful candidate should possess the following qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical diploma from an accredited university (Petroleum Engineering preferred).
- 0-3+ years of direct MPD or engineering experience focusing on drilling.
- Eager to learn and ability to collaborate and work well within a team.
- Highly motivated individual with the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Proficient in Excel with knowledge in Visual Basic and the ability to write macros.
- Well Control, H2S Alive, First Aid, and other industry safety/field tickets.
- Drilling & Completions field experience is considered an asset.
- Eligibility for enrollment in APEGA, ASET, or other professional association.
- Health:
Health, Vision, Dental care
Schedule:
- On call & RTOC
- Weekends and Statutory Holidays as needed
Beyond is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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