Quality Engineering Specialist - Subsurface - Mekdam Technical Services

Education

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Advanced coursework in metallurgy is a plus.

Experience

• 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Premium Connection Qualification

Ø Evaluate and qualify premium threaded connections in line with ISO 13679, API RP 5C5, and internal performance criteria.

Ø Interpret and validate connection test data to ensure suitability for specific environments and loading conditions.

Ø Provide recommendations for connection selection aligned with wellbore conditions, pressures, and operational parameters.

• Casing & Tubing Design

Ø Perform engineering design of casing and tubing strings, including strength calculations and performance envelopes.

Ø Ensure designs meet well integrity, performance, and operational objectives under all anticipated loading conditions and operating environments.

Ø Collaborate with drilling and completions teams to optimize OCTG selections for well construction efficiency and safety.

• Tubular Inspection & Quality Plans

Ø Define inspection requirements and develop quality plans covering NDT methods, dimensional inspection, hardness testing, hydrotesting, and drift checks.

Ø Verify conformance to API, ISO, and project-specific specifications.

Ø Provide oversight during inspections and disposition of non-conforming materials.

• Mill Assessment & Qualification

Ø Conduct assessments and technical audits of OCTG manufacturing mills.

Ø Evaluate capabilities related to metallurgical processes, threading, heat treatment, dimensional control, and quality management systems.

Ø Lead mill qualification programs, including review of process documentation, sample testing, and compliance verification.

• Support for Well Design & Operations

Ø Provide subject matter expertise to well engineering teams on OCTG selection, string configuration, connection compatibility, and design validation.

Ø Participate in design reviews and risk assessments for planned wells.

Ø Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of any tubular performance issues during operations.

• Standards, Compliance & Manufacturing Knowledge

Ø Maintain current knowledge of applicable industry standards including API 5CT, 5B, 5C1, 5C5, 5C6, ISO 11960, ISO 13679, and relevant client specifications.

Ø Apply sound underst