Design Engineer III – DS / Wireline

Weatherford; Navi Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford is seeking an experienced Design Engineer for end-to-end mechanical design and development in the Oil & Gas sector, with emphasis on Wireline or Drilling Services. You will craft 3D models, create 2D drawings, and support from concept through prototyping to manufacturing.

The role demands strong CAD skills and cross-functional collaboration. The successful candidate will contribute to advanced product development, documentation, BOMs, and engineering standards while working with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Strong hands-on experience with Inventor and other CAD software.
• Prior experience in the Oil & Gas industry, preferably within Wireline Services or Drilling Services.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems from concept through manufacturing support.
• Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using Autodesk Inventor, Creo, DraftSight/AutoCAD, and Windchill PLM.
• Perform engineering calculations, material selection, tolerance analysis, and design verification.
• Execute engineering assignments for new product development and enhancements to existing products.
• Prepare and update engineering documentation, BOMs, and product records.
• Provide manufacturing support during prototyping, testing, and production implementation.
• Maintain compliance with safety policies, standards, and quality requirements.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD modelling

Windchill PLM

Project coordination

Materials selection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Creo

DraftSight/AutoCAD

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Design Engineer with a strong background in the Oil & Gas industry, preferably in Wireline Services or Drilling Services product lines. The role is responsible for the end-to-end design and development of mechanical components and systems, from concept and CAD modeling through prototyping, testing, and manufacturing support. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards and project objectives.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to work on advanced mechanical product development while gaining exposure to new product innovation, engineering documentation, project execution, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems from concept through manufacturing support.
• Create detailed 3D models and 2D engineering drawings using Autodesk Inventor, Creo, DraftSight/AutoCAD, and Windchill PLM.
• Perform engineering calculations, material selection, tolerance analysis, and design verification in accordance with engineering standards.
• Execute engineering assignments for new product development and enhancements to existing products.
• Prepare, maintain, and update engineering documentation, technical drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and product records.
• Support Windchill PLM activities, including data loading, model cleanup, and part file management.
• Identify and resolve routine engineering issues independently while escalating complex technical challenges when required.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, Purchasing, CAD Analysts, Project Leads, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Define project scope, monitor schedules, and ensure timely completion of engineering deliverables.
• Provide manufacturing support during prototyping, testing, and production implementation.
• Maintain compliance with company safety policies, engineering standards, and quality requirements.
• Provide regular project updates and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

• Strong mechanical design and product development expertise.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor, Creo, DraftSight/AutoCAD, and Windchill PLM.
• Experience in 3D CAD modeling, engineering drawings, and product data management.
• Knowledge of material selection, tolerance analysis, and engineering documentation.
• Experience preparing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong project planning, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities.
• Understanding of Oil & Gas engineering standards and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Strong hands-on experience with Inventor and other CAD design software.
• Prior experience in the Oil & Gas industry, preferably within Wireline Services or Drilling Services.
• Experience supporting new product development, engineering documentation, and manufacturing activities.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional engineering environment.