Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description Job Description Mechanical Design Engineer – Drill Bit Technology Location: The Woodlands, TX Duration: Long-Term Contract (12+ Month Project) Schedule: Approximately 40 hours/week (30+ hours considered) Work Arrangement: Onsite during onboarding/training, hybrid flexibility available afterward About the Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design, analysis, and development of advanced drill bit technologies for a high-profile engineering project. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a collaborative and experienced team focused on improving product performance, implementing material design changes, and developing next-generation drilling solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical design expertise, hands-on 3D CAD modeling experience, and a background in engineering analysis tools such as FEA and CFD. Candidates with drill bit industry experience, particularly in PDC, Tricone, or Kymera technologies, are highly encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Design, analyze, and develop current and next-generation drill bit technologies Create detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, and manufacturing packages Utilize CAD and product data management systems to support product development Collaborate with Product Line Management, Operations, Manufacturing, and Technology teams Apply engineering principles and analytical tools to solve complex design challenges Conduct design evaluations and provide engineering recommendations Support standardization and continuous improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with HSE, Quality, Legal, and company engineering standards Participate in product development reviews and technical discussions Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field Associate degree considered with significant relevant experience 5+ years of Mechanical Design Engineering experience Strong 3D CAD modeling and design experience Experience with engineering analysis tools, including: Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Knowledge of mechanical component design and engineering methodologies Ability to apply analytical and problem-solving techniques to engineering challenges Preferred Qualifications Experience in the drill bit industry Experience with: PDC Drill Bits Tricone Drill Bits Kymera Drill Bits Siemens NX experience Teamcenter PLM experience Product lifecycle management (PLM) systems experience Oil & Gas product design experience Work Environment Tight-knit, collaborative engineering team Team consists of experienced professionals with diverse engineering backgrounds Family-oriented culture with strong technical mentorship Flexible scheduling options after successful onboarding and training Opportunity to contribute directly to critical product development initiatives Location Requirements Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of The Woodlands, TX Onsite presence required for onboarding and training (approximately 2–3 weeks) Hybrid flexibility available following onboarding Candidates able to work onsite multiple days per week are strongly preferred Interview Process One interview round Interview with the Hiring Manager and a member of the engineering team In-person preferred, virtual option available Why Apply? Long-term engineering project with potential extension opportunities Exposure to industry-leading drill bit technologies Collaborative and experienced engineering team Flexible work environment following onboarding Opportunity to make a direct impact on innovative product development initiatives Interested candidates should apply with an updated resume highlighting Mechanical Design Engineering, 3D CAD modeling, FEA/CFD analysis experience, and any drill bit or downhole tool design experience.