Mechanical Engineer

Premium Oilfield Technologies • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Mechanical Engineer develops and improves mechanical components, assemblies, and systems for drilling equipment, taking designs from concept through production. The role involves engineering analysis, 3D modeling, documentation, testing, manufacturing collaboration, troubleshooting, and technical support for customer applications. The engineer contributes to new product development and continuous improvement, with a focus on product performance, reliability, safety, and manufacturability in demanding oil and gas environments. The position is located in Houston, Texas, and reports to the Director of Engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Approximately 3–10+ years of mechanical engineering experience; experience in oil and gas, drilling equipment, pressure control equipment, rotating equipment, or industrial manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience with mechanical design, 3D modeling, engineering drawings, and design calculations.
• Familiarity with FEA, GD&T, materials selection, manufacturing processes, and failure analysis.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, Creaform, AutoCAD, or similar engineering tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• A practical, hands-on approach to engineering challenges and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of applicable API standards and ASME codes.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems for drilling equipment from initial concepts through production.
• Perform engineering calculations, stress and fatigue analysis, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to validate designs and improve performance.
• Create and modify 3D models, engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and field service teams to improve manufacturability, resolve production challenges, and optimize costs.
• Support prototype development, factory acceptance testing, qualification testing, and product performance evaluations.
• Investigate equipment failures, conduct root cause analysis, and implement engineering improvements to enhance reliability and safety.
• Support engineering changes, improve existing products, and contribute to new product development initiatives.
• Provide technical support for customer applications, troubleshoot equipment issues, and help ensure reliable field performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level