Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer - Superior Completion Services

Overview

Superior Completion Services, a Superior Energy Services Company, delivers effective well-completion services in any downhole condition. As a global provider of conventional, unconventional, intelligent, and sand control tools, Superior Energy provides field-proven technology that reduces risk, increases completion efficiencies, and maximizes production on land, shelf, Deepwater, and Ultra-Deepwater arenas.

Superior Completion Services is currently seeking a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer - Completion Tools for our office in Houston, TX
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Houston, TX

• Uses learned Design Engineering principles to design and modify downhole completion tools and equipment.
• Develop conceptual designs for new products from design specifications.
• Design, direct, and/or review the construction of layouts of possible designs and make “best choice” recommendations.
• Generate layouts and detailed engineering calculations for new and modified equipment designs.
• Ensure that manufacturing drawings are consistent with the working layouts for product designs.
• Lead the assembly and lab testing of prototypes for product qualification.
• Draft documentation of new products.
• Provide expert-level technical assistance to manufacturing, assembly, clients, and operational personnel.
• Check/Review machine drawings and advise on manufacturability.
• Initiate, check, and approve change notices.
• Initiate test procedures, test requests, and write test reports efficiently.
• Disposition of rejected parts.
• Mentor, guide, and supervise the work of junior designers, engineers, and drafters.
• Manage large research and product development projects from concept to product release.
• Provide leadership and recommendations to the department’s Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, operations, and product development.

Note: The statements above are not intended to be exhaustive; duties may change as required.

• Knowledge, competency, and experience in the practical application of mechanical engineering practices.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Expert-level in performing detailed engineering analysis of new designs and required calculations.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude in assembly and qualification of prototype designs.
• Expert-level knowledge of core products and current practices, technology, and materials used in the oil and gas industry.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Proficient in Solid Modeling and drafting software and drafting principles.
• Familiar with manufacturing techniques.
• Develop and manage engineering development project timelines.

• Ability to lead and mentor others.
• Ability to work hands-on in a test lab facility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Creative problem solving and data analysis capabilities.
• Ability to collect, research, and analyze data.
• Willingness to work long hours when necessary to reach goals.
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit and collaborate in teams and committees.
• Adapt to frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Interpret various instructions furnished in writing, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, employees, and clients.
• Make independent decisions but know when to escalate issues.
• Provide direction and support to other department personnel.
• Understand the business implications of decisions.
• Ability to direct, review, and provide feedback on the work of junior design engineers.
• Ability to manage a project with minimal supervision.

A bachelor’s degree in engineering from a four-year college or university is required, with a minimum of ten years of experience in the design of equipment (preferably in the oil and gas industry) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Superior Energy Services has Excellent Benefits
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Matching 401(k), and Personal Time Off (PTO).

To be considered for this position, please select the link “Apply Now”.

Superior Energy Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veterans.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against any job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics prohibited by law.