Senior Design Engineer - Completions / Wire Retrievables
Join a leading company in Aberdeen designing innovative downhole tools like completion packers and wire retrievables.
Job Title: Senior Design Engineer - Completions / Wire Retrievables
Type of Contract: Permanent
Location: Aberdeen
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Design Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced downhole tools, with a focus on completion packers and wire retrievables. The ideal candidate will bring extensive knowledge of API 19AC and API 11D standards, along with a proven track record in delivering innovative solutions in the completions sector.
As part of an industry-leading team specialising in well completion technology, you will contribute to designing and manufacturing cutting-edge tools used to optimise frac operations. This role requires a local candidate who can commit to 5 days per week in-office at the Aberdeen location.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement engineering standards and processes.
- Design, draft, and review technical drawings, including assembly, disassembly, and redress procedures.
- Plan, oversee, and report on prototype testing of downhole tools.
- Analyse customer design proposals to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Lead design reviews and define Design Acceptance Criteria (DAC) for new products.
- Collaborate with management and cross-functional teams to meet project milestones.
- Maintain accuracy and integrity of design documentation through control systems.
Minimum Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Design, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: 10+ years in downhole tools, specifically completion packers and/or wire retrievables.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, CADWORKS, and other relevant design tools.
- Knowledge: Expertise in API manufacturing principles, particularly API 19AC and API 11D.
- Soft Skills: Fluent in English with strong problem-solving and collaboration abilities.
Preferred Attributes:
- Awareness of QHSE/API Q1 standards and project planning analysis.
- Hands-on experience with equipment qualification and testing.
About the Company:
The company specialises in designing and manufacturing innovative well completion technologies that deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions for optimising frac operations. Their cutting-edge tools and expertise empower operators to achieve superior performance in completions.
Why Join?
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative team designing industry-leading completion solutions. If you are passionate about advancing downhole tool technology and have the experience and drive to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply today.
- Department
- Oil & Gas
- Locations
- Aberdeen
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Senior Design Engineer - Completions / Wire Retrievables
Join a leading company in Aberdeen designing innovative downhole tools like completion packers and wire retrievables.
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