R&D Engineer Technologist

Summary:
The R&D Engineer / Technologist supports product design research and development. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Engineering this role works with a multidisciplinary team to develop new equipment improve existing products and assist manufacturing. Responsibilities include preparing engineering documentation using manufacturing/business systems and participating in problemâsolving studies for product improvements. The role also performs product testing in lab and field environments with some travel required. Flexibility in work hours is preferred due to fluctuating project demands and assigned projects are expected to be completed effectively

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Design modify and troubleshoot specialized equipment and products using 3D CAD software
• Design manufacturing aids for machining welding and assembly used in the production of various products
• Directing the construction of new products and equipment
• Research local codes guidelines and design criteria for the development of products and equipment
• Produce technical documentation for products including parts drawings assembly drawings exploded views sale drawings etc.
• Evaluating the assembly performance and design of new products or equipment.
• Reporting on project charters testing documentation and design analysis of a product development lifecycle
• Evaluating products and equipment using analytical models and software analysis (ie. FEA Mathcad)
• Advising on the development of work instructions to aid in the manufacturing process
• Directing technical inspections to identify critical components and advising on quality control methods
• Undertake hands-on work in all stages of product development (first article inspection assembly physical testing etc)
• Other duties as required

Skills/Knowledge:

• Strong computer skills including experience with Autodesk Inventor Solidworks Enterprise PDM ANSYS Mathcad Microsoft Office and data acquisition software
• Strong understanding of materials and stress mechanics
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and capabilities
• Knowledge of quality programs such as ISO 9001:2015 and API

Education

• Mechanical Engineering Technologist C.E.T. an asset or a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Automation programming PLC C experience considered valuable

Experience:

• 2-5 years experience in research and development or design engineering
• Oil and Gas experience with knowledge in down hole tool design

About FET
FET (Forum Energy Technologies Inc.) is a global company serving the crude oil natural gas and renewable energy industries. FET is headquartered in Houston TX with quality manufacturing efficient distribution and service facilities conveniently located to support the major energy-producing regions of the world. Forums products and services range from the underwater reservoir to the refinery from the sea floor to the above ground transportation line. We pride ourselves on giving you a comprehensive offering of solutions to maximize your operations and improve your bottom line. Our customers are our partners and we work with them to solve their ever-changing challenges.

FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FET does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal state or local law. All employment decisions and practices at FET are subject to the foregoing non-discrimination provisions and are based solely on merit competence performance and business needs at the time.

Required Experience:

IC

Key Skills
Laboratory Experience,Vendor Management,Design Controls,C/C++,FDA Regulations,Intellectual Property Law,ISO 13485,Research Experience,SolidWorks,Research & Development,Internet Of Things,Product Development
Employment Type : Full-Time
Department / Functional Area: Engineering
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1