Drilling Rig Mechanical Engineer: Field & Design

Insight Global; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global seeks a Mechanical Engineer to support a leading drilling organization in Houston, TX. This role covers design, analysis, execution, and field support for rig capital projects and fleet upgrades, including mast upgrades, draw works modifications, and high-pressure piping installations.

You will interact with operations, fabrication shops, vendors, and field personnel to implement practical solutions.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of drilling or mining experience.
• Mechanical or structural engineering degree.
• 3+ years of 3D design experience using Autodesk Inventor (preferred) or SolidWorks.
• P.E, Professional Engineering designation or EIT, Engineer in Training; API standards knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and support field deployment of drilling rig projects.
• Create and review drawings; support fabrication and construction activities.
• Verify field installations and maintain as-built documentation.
• Collaborate with operations teams, vendors, OEMs, and field personnel to resolve equipment challenges.

Skills

Drilling/mining experience

Mechanical engineering

3D design

Communication

Engineering calculations

P.E./EIT knowledge

Education

Mechanical or structural engineering degree

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Insight Global seeks a Mechanical Engineer to support a leading drilling organization in Houston, TX. This role covers design, analysis, execution, and field support for rig capital projects and fleet upgrades, including mast upgrades, draw works modifications, and high-pressure piping installations.

You will interact with operations, fabrication shops, vendors, and field personnel to implement practical solutions.