Why This Role Stands Out
This remote Senior Mechanical Engineer role offers the chance to lead innovative mechanical system design within the dynamic oil and gas sector, fostering significant career growth. You'll thrive here if you are a creative problem-solver passionate about optimizing high-performance machinery and possess strong CAD skills. Embrace this opportunity to make a tangible impact and advance your engineering expertise.
Quick Overview
Job Description
📍 Remote – USA Only | Strong Preference for Selected Midwest States🧳 Travel: ~10% annually
Overview
Join a team that’s redefining mechanical innovation in the oil and gas sector. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you’ll lead the design, optimization, and validation of advanced mobile mechanical systems that power drilling, completions, well intervention, and field operations. This role blends hands-on engineering with creative problem-solving—perfect for an engineer who thrives on turning complex challenges into reliable, high-performance solutions.
Location: Remote within the Midwest (MN, WI, IL, IA, MO, KS, TX, OK, AR, LA, ) Travel: ~10% annually to customer sites and fabrication facilities Industry: Industrial, Petrochemical, and Heavy Equipment Systems
Key Responsibilities
- Design and Develop: Engineer mobile mechanical systems for oil and gas applications—hydraulic equipment, mobile lifting systems, and field-service machinery.
- Optimize Performance: Enhance reliability and efficiency for high-pressure, high-load, and high-cycle environments.
- Model and Draw: Create detailed CAD models and drawings using Inventor (preferred), Pro-E, or SolidWorks.
- Prototype and Validate: Test and refine equipment to meet API, ASME, and internal quality standards.
- Troubleshoot and Improve: Diagnose field issues, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement in system performance.
- Collaborate and Lead: Work cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, and field teams to deliver robust, field-ready solutions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical design for oil & gas or heavy industrial equipment.
- Proficiency in CAD software (Inventor, Pro-E, SolidWorks).
- Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, power units, and mechanical assemblies.
- Proven ability to manage projects from concept through deployment.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Why Join Us
- Work remotely while staying connected to Houston’s dynamic energy sector.
- Collaborate with a forward-thinking engineering team driving innovation in field-deployed machinery.
- Competitive compensation, travel flexibility, and opportunities to lead high-impact projects.
- This role is remote within the Houston metropolitan area, with up to 55% travel to customer and client sites.
Work Location
- Remote Midwest (MN, WI, IL, IA, MO, KS, TX, OK, AR, LA ) Travel: ~10% annually to customer sites
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams, fabricators, and field technicians.
Work Environment
- Fully remote (USA only)
- Occasional travel to customers' facilities or field sites
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across fabrication and field operations
We value our team's well-being and offer a robust benefits package to support your professional and personal growth:
- Competitive Compensation: An attractive base salary and Retention and Performance bonuses, commensurate with experience.
- Generous Time Off: Paid holidays, PTO, and flexible time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan to secure your future.
- Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
- Disability Protection: Short-term and long-term disability plans for peace of mind.
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