Manager, Mechanical Engineering

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

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Job Title: Manager, Mechanical Engineering

Company: Precision Drilling Holdings

Work Arrangements: On-Site

At Precision Drilling, our mission is to deliver safe, sustainable, and high-performance drilling solutions that reduce risks and optimize resources for our customers across global markets. Driven by our Core Values, we empower our people, invest in cutting-edge technology, and foster lasting relationships built on integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence.

The US Mechanical Engineering Manager leads the mechanical and structural engineering team, providing technical leadership and engineering support for Precision Drilling’s U.S. and Middle East fleets. This role oversees rig upgrades, technology implementation, certification readiness, and engineering projects while developing talent and delivering safe, reliable, and compliant engineering solutions.

CULTURE:
Precision Drilling fosters a strong safety culture through our Human Organizational Performance (HOP) approach, focusing on learning, communication, and supporting our people. We invest in career growth through continuous training and development, encourage balance with competitive benefits and generous time off, and foster a team-oriented workplace grounded in integrity and trust. When you join Precision, you join a company that puts people first.

DAY IN THE LIFE:

• Lead and develop the U.S. mechanical and structural engineering team, ensuring engineering quality, technical capability development, and succession planning.
• Provide engineering leadership and support for fleet operations, rig upgrades, capital projects, and complex technical challenges across U.S. and Middle East operations.
• Oversee engineering analysis, equipment design, vendor partnerships, and the evaluation and implementation of new technologies.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, certifications, regulatory requirements, and technical documentation, while maintaining Professional Engineer accountability for approvals and recertifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, reliable, and compliant engineering solutions, while supporting continuous improvement initiatives, on-call responsibilities, and travel as required.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• B.S. in Mechanical or Petroleum Engineering (or equivalent) with Professional Engineer (PE) designation or eligibility, plus 15+ years of engineering experience in drilling, oilfield, or heavy industrial environments.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing engineering teams, developing talent, and balancing operational and project priorities.
• Strong expertise in drilling equipment, structural systems, and applicable industry standards, including API and ASME requirements.
• Proficiency in engineering design and analysis tools (Autodesk Inventor, ANSYS, FEA), Microsoft Office, and SharePoint, with experience delivering rig upgrade and capital projects.
• Skilled collaborator, problem solver, and technology adopter with experience working with OEMs, supporting field operations, and leveraging emerging digital and AI-enabled engineering tools.