Description

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will perform design tasks, such as complex conceptual design, modeling, and detailing, and act as a project manager as required. Candidates MUST HAVE at least 5 plus years of experience in design and development of downhole tools from initial layout and solid modeling to prototype production and field tests.

• Create and revise complex mechanical design concepts, layouts, and drawings.
• Perform and present gated design reviews with both internal staff, as well as with customers at specific times in the design lifecycle of components.
• Author technical documents and assembly instructions.
• Perform root-cause analysis of issues detected in development and existing products.
• Assist/work with various support groups (i.e., drafting, repair and maintenance, testing, procurement, sales, and marketing) to complete projects as required.
• Work independently or as part of a team of engineering staff to bring designs through prototyping and into production.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
• Maintain ASTM standards.
• Perform other functions and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• 5 plus years of experience are required in designing and development of downhole tools from initial layout and solid modeling to prototype production and field tests.
• Advanced working knowledge of mechanical design & analysis software applicable to downhole tools. (AutoCAD, ANSYS, SolidWorks, etc.)
• Advanced level of computer literacy with Microsoft Office Suite and Excel is required
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to liaise professionally with team members and system users.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a flexible working schedule to meet customer needs.
• Ability to travel in North America on an as needed basis.
• Operate basic office equipment, such as a keyboard, mouse, and copier/printer/scanning machine.
• Sit for long periods of time, up to 8-10 hours a day.
• Walk/travel to production areas while wearing appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), which at a minimum includes safety glasses but could also include steel-toe footwear and other PPE.
• Ability to lift 50lbs regularly and with assistance, up to 75lbs on occasion.