Manufacturing Engineer

Weatherford; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford in Houston, TX is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design and optimize processes, improve quality and efficiency, and lead new product launches.

You will prepare BOMs and routings, design tooling, solve bottlenecks, and collaborate with Purchasing and global teams to implement best practices. Requires 5–7+ years of manufacturing experience, a Bachelor's degree in engineering, and proficiency with AutoCAD and Windchill. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical engineering.
• 5-7+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with workshop tools and testing equipment.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Windchill BOM workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design manufacturing processes and systems to improve quality and efficiency.
• Launch new or updated products.
• Create and update BOMs and production routings.
• Design, test, and source tools and machinery for manufacturing.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement workflow improvements.
• Prepare facility layouts using CAD software.
• Write technical procedures and reports.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Manufacturing on COGS; work with global teams.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical)

Tools

AutoCAD

Windchill

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

As a Manufacturing Engineer in Houston, you'll design and improve manufacturing processes to optimize production efficiency while keeping costs down and maintaining high product quality. You'll solve technical problems in manufacturing and help implement new processes using Lean Manufacturing principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Design manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems to improve quality and efficiency
• Manage the launch of new or updated products
• Create and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production routings
• Design, test, and source tools and machinery for manufacturing
• Identify and solve production bottlenecks and workflow issues
• Prepare facility and equipment layouts using CAD software
• Write technical procedures and reports

• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders
• Work with Engineering to ensure BOM accuracy in Windchill system
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Manufacturing teams on cost of goods sold
• Work with global teams to implement manufacturing best practices

• Prepare feasibility studies and cost justifications for projects
• Monitor production and implement improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs
• Manage expenses within approved budgets

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical preferred)
• 5-7+ years of manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles in manufacturing
• Experience with workshop tools (test ovens, soldering equipment, ESD workstations)
• Knowledge of machine design and special manufacturing processes
• AutoCAD and Microsoft Office skills
• Self-motivated with strong leadership skills
• Disposition of NCI – non conformance
• Hands on problem solving
• Experience with disassembly, reassembly and testing of pressure-controlled or pressure-contained mechanical equipment

Preferred

• Lean Manufacturing experience or Green Belt/Black Belt certification
• Oil & Gas manufacturing experience
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Travel Requirement: Ability to travel up to 10% annually