Mechanical Design Engineer II

Oil States International; Arlington, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Oil States International is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer II to support new and existing offshore-focused projects. You will develop elastomeric components and associated metal structures, perform FEA/hand calculations, and produce drawings for manufacturing using 3D/2D CAD tools.

The role requires collaboration with operations, manufacturing engineering, quality and project management, with occasional customer interactions and vendor coordination.

Qualifications

• Master's in Mechanical Engineering or related field with relevant experience.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering with several years of direct experience.
• Experience with CAD and FEA tools as described in the qualifications.
• Familiarity with elastomeric materials and GD&T is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design elastomeric components and supporting metal structures using CAD and industry standards.
• Run and interpret FEA results to validate structural and thermal performance.
• Translate concepts into drawings (3D/2D) and ensure producibility.
• Prepare design bases, test plans, material specs and documentation.
• Lead design/analysis activities on projects and coordinate with teams.

Skills

FEM/FEA

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

GD&T

3D CAD

Elastomeric materials

Project leadership

Education

MS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering

8+ years experience without a degree

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

For over 80 years, Oil States has been a highly respected technology and solutions pioneer manufacturing diverse products for offshore platforms, subsea pipelines, defense, and general industrial applications worldwide.

Oil States Industries, Inc. recognizes that our diverse workforce is our greatest asset. We offer a competitive compensation package, including paid time off as well as health insurance eligibility on the first day of employment. Paid time off includes vacation, holiday and sick time. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, long and short term disability, and flexible spending accounts. When we contribute to the company's success, we all win.

Sounds pretty great, doesn't it? Come join our team!

Oil States is currently looking for qualified candidates for the position of Mechanical Design Engineer II.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under limited supervision, provide engineering support for new and existing projects in terms of component and structure design; structural and thermal analysis either by FEA or hand calculations; and engineering documentation. Products include shock and vibration isolation mounts, laminated elastomer bearing based components for off-shore riser and tendon connections as well as military applications, industrial clutch and brakes and hang-off systems for off-shore riser components. Requires closely partnering with operations, manufacturing engineering, quality and project management. Some interface with Customers and material/outside fabrication vendors as required.

ENGINEERING DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design of elastomeric components and associated metal structures through use of in-house codes, industry standards and fundamental structural design practices
• Run and interpret results from finite element analysis to verify component structural and thermal performance
• Translate designs from concept to drawing with 3D or 2D CAD software
• Generate input and review drawings for format, technical accuracy as well as producibility
• Generate input, help assemble and review design bases and reports, test plans, material specifications and any other essential engineering documentation
• Material Review Board activities
• Capable of taking the lead in the design/analysis process and managing engineering project teams
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Masters in Mechanical Engineering or related degree with at least 2 year of direct experience; BS in Mechanical Engineering or related degree with at least 3 years of direct experience; or at least 8 years of direct experience without a degree.
• Demonstrated proficiency as a detail component/structural design engineer
• Demonstrated proficiency using computer-aided-engineering /design software, including SolidWorks or AutoCAD
• Demonstrated proficiency performing structural analysis with FEA, SIMULIA Abaqus preferred
• Proficient in the usage of GD&T notation and application
• Familiarity of designing and analysis with elastomeric materials a plus
• Demonstrated programming and data analysis skills a plus
• Excellent organizational skills
• Detail-focused and results-oriented attitude with a sense of urgency
• Handle multiple tasks at one time
• Excellent written, oral communication and interpersonal skills
• 5% to 10% travel required, including international travel

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office environment – prolonged sitting, use of a computer, telephone and other office equipment
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing stairs
• Lifting up to 10 pounds occasionally
• Occasional travel, including international travel

CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS –

By contractual requirements this position requires that all persons establish proof of US Citizenship. Dual Citizenship (US citizenship and citizenship of some other country) cannot be accepted. You will be required to provide original or certified copies of documents establishing your citizenship prior to consideration for this position.

Be part of what's next at Oil States!

Over 80 years in business

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