Sr Design Engineer

(WIS) Wellbore Integrity Solutions•Houston, TX

23h•$135,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Wellbore Integrity Solutions (WIS) operates globally in the oilfield services sector, providing customers with a suite of products, applications, and services focused on ensuring well integrity throughout the life of the well. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, WIS employs over 1,300 people across six continents in more than twenty-five countries. WIS offers an entrepreneurial environment where contributions are valued and global impact is possible, fostering a high-performance culture with healthy relationships among a diverse team. This position leads engineering design projects to create innovative and efficient tools and systems for downhole applications in the oil and gas industry, covering product lines such as Wellbore Departure, Well Abandonment, Thru Tubing, and Fishing. The role is responsible for the entire product life cycle from concept to commercialization. The engineer will conceptualize ideas, technically evaluate feasible concepts (including component/feature stress analysis and operating limitations), produce engineering CAD models and drawings, test prototypes, support field operations, troubleshoot, and iterate based on field feedback. The engineer is expected to lead projects throughout their lifecycle, which can range from a few months to a couple of years.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
Oil & Gas experience is essential.
Minimum of 10 years related design and product development experience in downhole tools.
Experience with 3D CAD required, preferably in Pro/ENGINEER Creo or equivalent.
Ability to conduct analyses using FEA (Abaqus or equivalent is a plus).
Strong communication skills within all levels of the organization, which include verbal and written.

Nice To Haves

Experience in drilling, remedial, milling and fishing tools is strongly desirable.
Alternatively, experience in completions tools is acceptable.
Creativity, curiosity, product vision, growth mindset, and problem-solving skills are critical.

Responsibilities

Design, analyze, develop, maintain mechanical downhole tools from concept to product launch.
Perform standard engineering calculations and apply established design standards to complete design activities.
Produce advanced analyses and mathematical models, as required and draw design conclusions.
Use creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in developing new products.
Assist in identifying and organizing requirements with the stakeholders.
Generate engineering product file including CAD models, assembly layouts, and component drawings.
Coordinate with Manufacturing and outside suppliers to build prototypes suitable for testing.
Design testing procedures and coordinate with others to conduct the lab tests.
Document test results, analyze test data, write test reports, and develop internal client presentations.
Use project management skills and established product development process to execute the projects to completion.
Provide timely, corrective actions on all assigned manufacturing defects and field issues.
Conduct and/or participate in technical reviews of requirements, specifications, and designs.
Create and maintain product maintenance and operating documentation.
Provide training and support to clients and field representatives.
May assign, direct and review work of technicians and provide guidance to designers or other engineers. May mentor junior engineers regarding technical matters.
May author/co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents, and presentations.
May contribute to design standards and support design re-use (best practices, etc.).