Senior R&D Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities

Job Summary:  The Senior/Lead Engineer in Research and Development (R&D) for Oil and Gas Surface Wellhead / Large Size Connectors Products will be responsible for leading the development of innovative wellhead solutions, managing a team of engineers, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the oil and gas industry, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record of designing and working on complex projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage R&D projects focused on the development of Surface Wellhead Products, Mudline Systems and/or Large Size Connectors.
• Oversee the design, development, and testing of new product technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in R&D activities.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Manage project budgets and timelines.
• Conduct research to identify new technologies and materials for Wellhead and/or Connector products.
• Develop and implement innovative solutions to improve current products performance and reliability.
• Review and approve design packages including layouts, hand stress calculations, tolerance studies, and design documentation.
• Provide technical advice to all company location operations and sales.
• Continuously improve department work processes and create product design standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 8/12 years of experience in engineering, with a focus on oil and gas wellhead products.
• Proven experience in leading R&D teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Expectations:

• Technical Expertise:  Demonstrates advanced technical skills and knowledge in wellhead product development.
• Leadership Skills:  Effectively leads and manages a team of R&D engineers.
• Communication:  Communicates clearly and effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Problem Solving:  Identifies and resolves complex engineering problems related to wellhead products.
• Innovation:  Continuously seeks innovative solutions and improvements in wellhead technology.
• Team Collaboration:  Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in leading R&D / Sales order projects in the oil and gas industry for Surface Wellhead Products and/ or Large Size Connectors.
• Strong understanding of industry standards and regulations related to wellhead products.
• Ability to manage project budgets and timelines.
• Experience in mentoring and guiding junior engineers.