Engineering Manager - Mechanical & Structural (Drilling)

Precision Drilling Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Drilling Holdings is seeking a Manager of Mechanical Engineering to lead the U.S. mechanical and structural engineering team and provide technical leadership for fleet upgrades and capital projects.

The role requires PE eligibility and 15+ years in drilling/oilfield environments, with strong expertise in API/ASME standards and advanced design tools. Travel to operations in the U.S. and Middle East may be required.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical or Petroleum Engineering with PE eligibility.
• 15+ years of engineering experience in drilling, oilfield, or heavy industrial environments.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing engineering teams.
• Strong expertise in drilling equipment and structural systems, API/ASME.
• Proficiency with Inventor, ANSYS/FEA, MS Office and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead the U.S. mechanical and structural engineering team and develop talent.
• Provide engineering leadership for fleet operations, rig upgrades, and capital projects.
• Oversee analysis, equipment design, vendor partnerships, and new tech adoption.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, certifications, and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support travel as required.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Problem solving

Technology adoption

Travel willingness

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or Petroleum Engineering

PE designation or eligibility

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

ANSYS

FEA

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Precision Drilling Holdings is seeking a Manager of Mechanical Engineering to lead the U.S. mechanical and structural engineering team and provide technical leadership for fleet upgrades and capital projects.

The role requires PE eligibility and 15+ years in drilling/oilfield environments, with strong expertise in API/ASME standards and advanced design tools. Travel to operations in the U.S. and Middle East may be required.