Patterson UTI Energy Inc Hiring for Asset Manager: Mud Pumps and Engines at Houston, Texas Full Time

Patterson-UTI Drilling

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Patterson-UTI Drilling (Company) has one of the largest and most technologically advanced fleets of drilling rigs in the United States and is actively interviewing in the Technical Services Department. The Asset Manager: Mud Pumps and Engines and will be responsible for developing and overseeing execution of the life cycle management of mud pump equipment and engines. This person will work directly with a number of functional areas including Technical Services, Operations, and Maintenance in an office setting and in the field.

Detailed Description

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Company
• Act as the Company Representative on industry committees established to further develop and revise mud pump equipment and operational standards or specifications in an effort to inform, educate, and influence on best practices related to mud pump equipment and engine operations
• Develop detailed design and procurement specifications for all mud pump equipment and engines
• Assess equipment inventory levels and forecast future needs in order to initiate the process of procuring new mud pump equipment and engines in a timely manner, including:
• Develop project budgets, initiate purchasing processes, forecast, track and report on costs
• Monitor the fabrication, assembly, and delivery of equipment and materials to ensure timelines are met
• Prepare and execute mitigation plans in the event suppliers do not meet timing, quality or specification requirements
• Ensure adequate levels of critical spares are stocked in each operating region to react to planned and unplanned events to supply mud pump equipment and engines to operating rigs
• Develop and maintain detailed maintenance work scopes and procedures for all mud pump equipment and engines, including operational, technical, and depot level maintenance
• Audit adherence to preventive maintenance work scopes and schedules; provide feedback and corrective action as gaps may be identified
• Ensure all operating equipment is compliant with Company depot level maintenance schedules
• Develop and manage the depot level remanufacture work scopes for mud pump equipment and engines including:
• Evaluate and select third-party facilities to complete remanufacture scopes of work; complete regular visits to facilities to ensure compliance with Company Standards and established Quality Programs
• Organize project documentation and ensure it is properly maintained for record retention purposes, take action to update Company systems as necessary
• Coordinate the transport of equipment to/from job sites and third-party facilities
• Provide feedback to suppliers on changes or variations to ensure accurate implementation on future orders or remanufacture work scopes, ensure internal and supplier documentation is updated to capture changes
• Lead risk assessments, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and root cause analysis relevant to mud pump equipment and engines and use findings to develop or refine planned maintenance and remanufacture/repair standards, specifications, and methods
• Initiate the retirement and disposal of mud pump equipment and engine assets that are obsolete or beyond economical repair
• Support operational and logistical efforts to efficiently and safely install complex and highly technical equipment in a time-sensitive, 24/7 operation
• Dynamically troubleshoot and resolve problems by assessing severity and impact of issues that arise and take action to effectively communicate potential business and project impact when necessary
• Schedule and monitor field installation and execution to adhere to Company’s safety policies and procedures without fail
• Coordinate training for rig crews to effectively understand how to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot newly installed equipment
• Coordinate with Regional Operations, Technical Services field support, and the Rig-Up Yard teams to achieve company objectives
• Serve as the primary point of contact for equipment manufacturers to adequately track project status; distribute product line bulletins; collect and disseminate lessons learned; and confirm implementation across the Company
• Coordinate and maintain Company warranty processes and guidelines
• Develop and maintain quality product review processes, utilizing cross-functional teams (internal and external) to analyze equipment data
• Define, produce, and communicate KPI results across the Company at set intervals for required equipment
• Track real-time status of project deployment and providing regular reports to internal and external Company stakeholders
• Develop processes that work within the Management of Change (MOC) policy to ensure the standardization of equipment
• Lead the responsibility for identifying and managing quantity and quality of project deliverables within established project deadlines

Job Requirements

• Ability to draft work instruction documents for field upgrades
• Proven ability to initialize, plan, execute, control, and monitor a project
• Project management skills to coordinate over $1M+ in orders and be able to develop the required life cycle processes to support the efficient operation of cross-functional teams
• Ability to analyze failure and reliability rates
• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills including ability to interact productively with coworkers and third-parties
• Ability to understand cost-to completion projections and make decisions accordingly
• Ability to develop forecasts and manage budgets
• Ability to use a variety of techniques and tools to manage the project scope, cost, schedule, contractual deliverables, and devise contingency plans
• Negotiate pricing with vendors, using supply chain and procurement departments
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously to meet challenging deadlines
• Ability to demonstrate clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to promptly give, and follow directions when working with others
• Ability to develop business processes when necessary for improved organization or efficiency
• Possess knowledge of project management methodologies and tools, including cost estimating and scheduling
• Ability to regularly travel with very short notice, as needed, to visit work sites and support business units; may occasionally require extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) outside normal office area
• Ability to work on weekends and be on call after hours as needed
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulics, and electrical control system
• Ability to proficiently use Oracle EBS and MS Office Suite to develop presentations, correspondences, reports, and schedules (Word, Excel, Power Point, Project etc.) to drive efficiency in productivity
• Ability to drive performance through effective leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and have the ability to engage with all levels of management, colleagues, and with individuals inside and outside of the Company
• Deep knowledge and experience with mechanical, hydraulic, and/or electric systems
• Strong business and data analytical skills

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5 years of experience in oil field services or a related industry
• Knowledge and experience in inventory management
• Eligible to drive a Company vehicle and meet the requirements of the Company vehicle use agreement and driving policy

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+Previous experience in diesel engines, natural gas engines, and mud pumps
• 4+ years of experience in a project management role
• Previous experience in inventory management

Additional Details

This position requires the person to be able to work in a time sensitive, high visible role and regularly travel as needed to support business units and visit work sites. It may also require extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) during variable hours. Variable work hours include hours worked on the weekend, on holiday(s), and hours to travel within and outside of the assigned region. The Asset Manager must work with an emphasis on planning, multitasking and prioritization to maximize efficiency of the team. Must be able to work closely with others and manage customer interaction in a professional manner. Ability to safely navigate work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc., during normal operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather) and while utilizing designated personal protective equipment (PPE). The person must be able to work closely with others assigned to the rig construction process.