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.