Principal Engineer - Hydraulic Systems

About the role

Canrig Drilling Technology is seeking an experienced engineer to develop hydraulic systems for drilling rig equipment in the oil and gas industry. The role is for an individual contributor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage engineering design for existing products and new product development
• Provide construction and test oversight of products, including hydraulic circuits/systems
• Offer technical support to manufacturing, internal and external customers, and Rig Operations, including on-site troubleshooting and equipment repair activities
• Review research, analyses, internal and supplier specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications
• Evaluate product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, client contract requirements, and related specifications; provide recommendations to engineering leadership
• Maintain current knowledge of new drilling equipment and practices
• Participate as the hydraulic expert in the development and design of rig drilling equipment
• Perform detailed engineering analysis and equipment calculations to ensure compliance with project requirements
• Coverage work scope with sub-contractors and oversee their progress and quality

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in hydraulic circuit/systems engineering design and development, with successful deployment
• 8+ years of experience as an engineer in a drilling equipment OEM
• Professional certification in Fluid Power Engineering by IFPS
• Proficient knowledge of equipment, drilling systems, and components
• Proficient understanding of API, ASME, and other relevant standards related to hydraulic systems
• Proficient experience with drafting software like AutoCAD and Solidworks
• Proficient in hydraulic modeling tools such as Automation Studio
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Engineering, specifically Mechanical/Structural

Skills

• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and organize workload independently
• Reliable and adaptable to change
• Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork ability
• Effective written and oral communication skills

Benefits

Nabors offers competitive compensation and benefits packages tailored to each employee's unique needs and circumstances. Specific details are not provided in the job posting.

Pay

The salary range for this position is not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is not specified in the job posting.

Behavioral Competencies

Strong analytical skills, reliable self-starter, able to establish priorities and organize workload on a daily basis with minimal direction, dependable and adaptable to change, good interpersonal skills, must be a team player with a positive attitude, excellent written and oral communication skills.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Office environment
• Able to travel and work off-site as needed
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• May require occasional exposure to manufacturing areas, repair shops, and drilling rigs as part of duties
• Requires close vision, distance vision, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities

Work Authorization Requirement

Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Nabors does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.