Design Engineer I: Mechanical Design & Prototyping

Weatherford; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford in Houston, TX is seeking a Design Engineer I to contribute to the design of new products and improvements to existing ones. You will work under supervision to perform routine design tasks, create layouts, and assist with design validation in a lab.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, and compliance with Weatherford standards, with opportunities to grow in R&D engineering. Applicants should have a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 0–2 years of related experience; travel may be

Qualifications

• 0-2+ years related experience with mechanical design.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Solid understanding of drafting standards (dimensions, tolerances, GD&T).
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering tasks using established procedures, including new product design and sustaining design.
• Create engineering layouts for fit, form, and function checking.
• Coordinate and assist with new design validation testing in a lab environment.
• Prepare documentation for engineering design files.
• Work closely with other engineers and project team members to achieve R&D results.
• Understand and comply with Weatherford Quality Policy and procedures.
• Adhere to safety rules and company policies.

Skills

GD&T basics

Drafting knowledge

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Weatherford in Houston, TX is seeking a Design Engineer I to contribute to the design of new products and improvements to existing ones. You will work under supervision to perform routine design tasks, create layouts, and assist with design validation in a lab.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, and compliance with Weatherford standards, with opportunities to grow in R&D engineering. Applicants should have a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 0–2 years of related experience; travel may be