SENIOR ENGINEER, ELECTRICAL SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS

1. JOB PURPOSEEnsure effective and safe execution of all field-based Electric Submersible Pump (ESP) operations by supervising installation and retrieval activities on rig and rigless jobs. The role oversees ESP deployment end-to-end in the field, enforcing standard procedures and quality checks to prevent failures or equipment damage. Acts as the focal point at well sites for artificial lift, providing expert technical guidance and coordination to sustain reliable oil production.2. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES2.1 JOB SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIESOversee and coordinate all ESP installation (Run-In-Hole) and removal (Pull-Out-of-Hole) operations at well sites, both rig-based and rigless, to ensure they are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved designs and procedures.Enforce the use of standard checklists, QA/QC tests, and best practices during ESP jobs to ensure proper assembly and prevent operational mistakes (e.g., cable damage or misassembly of equipment).Provide on-site technical supervision and guidance to drilling/workover crews and ESP service contractors during each job, addressing any issues in real time and troubleshooting equipment or installation problems as they arise.Verify that all downhole and surface ESP equipment (pump, motor, cables, sensors, surface power unit) is correctly installed and tested at the field site before handing the well over to production operations.Act as the primary field liaison between the Drilling – Artificial Lift engineering team and site operations, communicating any deviations, challenges, or lessons learned from the field to inform continuous improvement of ESP designs and practices.Participate in Dismantle, Inspection & Failure Analysis (DIFA) processes for pulled ESP equipment by providing on-site information and ensuring failed components are preserved and analyzed, so that root causes can be identified and mitigated in future installations.Coordinate logistics and preparedness of all materials, spares, and tools required for ESP field jobs, working closely with supply chain and ADNOC Onshore teams to ensure timely availability and optimal inventory levels for field operations.Lead by example in promoting safety during ESP operations – conduct pre-job safety meetings, ensure all personnel follow ADNOC safety standards, and immediately address any unsafe conditions or practices in the field.Mentor and train junior field engineers and operations technicians on proper ESP handling and operation procedures, building in-house field competency and ensuring that knowledge of artificial lift best practices is shared across the team.2.2 GENERIC ACCOUNTABILITIESSupervisionPlan, supervise and coordinate all activities in the assigned field area to meet functional objectives. Provide guidance and on-the-job training to assigned staff (e.g., field engineers or technicians) to develop their skills and ensure they can safely and effectively carry out artificial lift operations.BudgetsProvide input for preparation of the artificial lift section’s field operation budget and assist in monitoring expenditures related to ESP jobs. Highlight any significant variances or resource needs in the field to support effective cost control and justify additional resources when required.Policies, Systems, Processes & ProceduresImplement and adhere to the company’s approved policies, processes, standards, and procedures during all field operations. Ensure that ESP field activities comply with ADNOC and Al Dhafra Petroleum guidelines and international best practices, and propose improvements or updates to procedures when gaps are observed.Performance ManagementContribute to the achievement of the Drilling – Artificial Lift team’s performance objectives by effectively executing field operations and minimizing ESP early failure and downtime. Monitor key field performance indicators (e.g., run-life, mean time between failures) and provide input to the Drilling Manager on progress and areas for improvement, in line with the company performance framework.Innovation and Continuous ImprovementIdentify opportunities for improvements in ESP field operations, such as new tools or methods to enhance installation quality or reduce rig time. Support trials of new Artificial Lift technologies (e.g., rigless deployment systems or advanced monitoring tools) by ensuring field readiness and providing feedback on their performance. Continuously seek to streamline on-site processes and adopt industry best practices for artificial lift. Design and implement new tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of operational processes.Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and SustainabilityComply with all relevant HSE policies and procedures. Ensure that safety is prioritized during field operations by enforcing the use of proper PPE, conducting safety audits, and adhering to permit-to-work and well control guidelines. Promote a culture of safety and sustainability, aiming for zero incidents and