What are you going to do

  • Evaluate and qualify premium threaded connections in line with ISO 13679, API RP 5C5, and internal performance criteria.
  • Interpret and validate connection test data to ensure suitability for specific environments and loading conditions.
  • Provide recommendations for connection selection aligned with wellbore conditions, pressures, and operational parameters.
  • Perform engineering design of casing and tubing strings, including strength calculations and performance envelopes.
  • Ensure designs meet well integrity, performance, and operational objectives under all anticipated loading conditions and operating environments.
  • Collaborate with drilling and completions teams to optimize OCTG selections for well construction efficiency and safety.
  • Define inspection requirements and develop quality plans covering NDT methods, dimensional inspection, hardness testing, hydrotesting, and drift checks.
  • Verify conformance to API, ISO, and project-specific specifications.
  • Provide oversight during inspections and disposition of non-conforming materials.
  • Conduct assessments and technical audits of OCTG manufacturing mills.
  • Evaluate capabilities related to metallurgical processes, threading, heat treatment, dimensional control, and quality management systems.
  • Lead mill qualification programs, including review of process documentation, sample testing, and compliance verification.
  • Provide subject matter expertise to well engineering teams on OCTG selection, string configuration, connection compatibility, and design validation.
  • Participate in design reviews and risk assessments for planned wells.
  • Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of any tubular performance issues during operations.
  • Maintain current knowledge of applicable industry standards including API 5CT, 5B, 5C1, 5C5, 5C6, ISO 11960, ISO 13679, and relevant client specifications.
  • Apply sound understanding of OCTG manufacturing processes, including threading, heat treatment, inspection, and finishing.
  • Capable of assessing chemical composition against grade requirements, and understanding metallurgical principles, mechanical properties, and microstructure analysis relevant to OCTG applications.
  • Able to interpret and critically review Material Test Certificate (MTC), mill reports, heat treatment records, ...etc. for compliance with Company requirements and applicable industry standards.
  • Evaluate and provide disposition on product deviation requests, ensuring compliance with technical and safety requirements.
  • Review and verify product marking, traceability, and preservation methods in line with company and industry guidelines.
  • Strong command of OCTG design principles, stress analysis, and string load-case evaluation.
  • Familiar with casing/tubing design tools and inspection protocols.
  • Deep understanding of steel grades, heat treatment processes, and tubular QA/QC practices.
  • Experience with product deviation reviews, manufacturing documentation, and preservation and marking compliance.
  • Experience working with E&P operators, OCTG manufacturers, or tubular service companies.
  • Exposure to offshore, sour service, or high-pressure / high temperature (HPHT) well environments.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline.
  • Advanced coursework in metallurgy is a plus.
  • Minimum of 15 years of specialized experience in OCTG design, manufacturing, inspection, and field application.
  • Proven expertise in casing/tubing string design, premium connection performance, and mill/manufacturer technical interface.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of API and ISO standards, tubular engineering practices, and quality assurance programs.

What we offer

  • Salary:
    • Day Rate in USD Plus Allowance
  • Work Schedule:
    • 10 Hours / 6 Days
  • Duration:
    • 24 months
  • Location:
    • Qatar

Closing: April 07, 2026

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Vacancy reference: CR-280939

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