Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – R&D (Design)
Job Summary
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our R&D team in a design-focused individual contributor role. This position is responsible for developing mechanical designs, creating engineering drawings and models, and supporting product development activities from concept through detailed design.
The ideal candidate should have strong experience in GD&T, hydraulics and pneumatics, engineering calculations, and engineering design using CREO. Industry background can be flexible, as long as the candidate has solid mechanical design fundamentals and experience working in a structured engineering environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop mechanical designs, components, and assemblies based on project and product requirements.
- Create 3D models, 2D drawings, and design documentation using CREO.
- Apply GD&T accurately in engineering drawings to support fit, function, and manufacturability.
- Perform engineering calculations to support design decisions, performance, and reliability.
- Support design and integration of systems involving hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams such as manufacturing, quality, testing, and project engineering.
- Review and improve designs for functionality, reliability, cost, and ease of manufacture.
- Support prototype build, testing, troubleshooting, and design updates.
- Prepare technical documents including drawings, BOMs, calculations, and design reports.
- Participate in design reviews and problem-solving activities.
Qualifications
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 7–10 years of experience in mechanical design, product design, or R&D engineering.
- Strong knowledge and practical application of GD&T.
Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.
We are focused on technology development, digital solutions, and defining our footprint in the new energy space. Our ability to provide integrated solutions across our segments will be critical to growth in our core operations and the energy transition.
Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, world-class team.
When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.
Join Us:
Weatherford is producing energy for today and tomorrow- with global opportunities as unlimited as your sense of adventure. Join us to make an impact on our customers, the industry, and the world.
Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 7-10 years of experience in mechanical design, product design, or R&D engineering
- Strong knowledge and practical application of GD&T
What We Do
Weatherford International plc (Nasdaq: WFRD) is a leading global energy services company. Operating in approximately 75 countries, the Company answers the challenges of the energy industry with its global talent network of approximately 17,000 team members and approximately 350 operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities
