Houston, Texas

Senior Mechanical Engineer - NPD

Posted on Friday, 27th March 2026

Engineering
Houston, Texas
Negotiable
Permanent

Mechanical Engineer – New Product Development

Oil & Gas / Downhole Tools

We are working with a global engineering technology company that develops high-performance downhole tools used in drilling, fishing, wellbore departure, abandonment, and intervention operations.

They are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support new product development, taking tools from concept and design through prototype, testing, field trials, and commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop mechanical downhole tools from concept through product launch

  • Create 3D CAD models, assemblies, and detailed drawings (Creo preferred)

  • Perform engineering calculations and support FEA and design analysis

  • Develop and support prototype and laboratory testing

  • Work with manufacturing teams and suppliers to refine prototypes

  • Support field trials, troubleshooting, and product improvements

  • Participate in design reviews and product development processes

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

  • 3-7 years’ mechanical design or product development experience

  • Oil & Gas industry experience required

  • Experience with downhole tools, drilling, or fishing applications preferred

  • Proficiency with 3D CAD (Creo or similar)

  • Strong understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T

This is a hands-on engineering role offering the opportunity to take ownership of mechanical systems and see designs progress from concept through real-world field deployment.

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