Sr. Design Engineer

Summary:

FET Variperm is a class leading service and supply company specializing in sand control engineering completion and work-over tools and cased hole fishing services. Our very name derives from the concept of Variable Permeability the ability to change permeability to control results. And thats what we do: our customized sand control solutions allow us to respond quickly to the ever-changing variability of our customers vertical and horizontal well operations.

The Sr. Design Engineer is a key member of the engineering team responsible for the design development and continuous improvement of specialized products and equipment that meet customer requirements and evolving market demands. The role creates and maintains engineering documentation identifies product improvement opportunities and implements effective engineering solutions. This position also involves hands-on participation in product testing in lab and field environments to ensure product performance reliability and quality standards are achieved.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Design modify and troubleshoot specialized equipment and products using 3D CAD software
• 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 part drawings assembly drawings sale drawings etc.
• Evaluating the assembly performance and design of new products or equipment.
• Manage project charters and design file systems.
• 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

• Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to manage priorities and drive results.
• Strong computer skills including experience with SolidWorks Enterprise PDM ANSYS Mathcad Microsoft Office and data acquisition software.
• Detail-oriented with strong ownership of documentation configuration management and data accuracy.
• Strong understanding of materials and stress mechanics
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Knowledge of quality programs such as ISO 9001:2015 and API
• Knowledge in oilfield well construction/completion an asset
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and capabilities

Education

• Mechanical Engineering Technologist C.E.T. an asset or a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Eng. designation with APEGA or eligibility and active pursuit of registration is preferred.

Experience

• 10 years experience in research and development or design engineering.
• Oil and Gas experience with knowledge in downhole tool design.
• Experience with automation programming PLCs and C is considered an asset.

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.

As part of our hiring process we may use technology including AI-enabled tools to help review and assess applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Department / Functional Area: Engineering
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1