Mechanical Engineer, Fluid Motors

BlackFox Oil Tools, LLC; Conroe, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Company computer

Credit card for business purchases

Job summary

BlackFox Oil Tools, LLC is seeking an engineer in Conroe, TX for a full-time role focused on motor design and analysis for thru-tubing applications. You will specify PDMs, develop performance curves, and perform stress and thermal analysis to ensure reliable downhole equipment.

Responsibilities include creating SOPs, supporting manufacturing, and contributing to IP development, patents, and technical reports. A strong background in mechanical engineering and applicable experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 3 years experience with positive displacement motor design or sustaining engineering.
• Experience with FEA, material analysis, and project management is expected.
• Elastomers, tribology, or rotating equipment coursework is a plus.
• ISO 9001 experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Specify, select, and qualify PDMs and power sections for thru-tubing completions milling applications.
• Develop motor performance curves and operating envelopes for pre-job modeling.
• Conduct stress, fatigue, and thermal analysis of motor components.
• Evaluate elastomer and stator fit for downhole conditions.
• Create assembly documentation and support machining operations.
• Assist in IP development and patent-related work.

Skills

FEA

Project management

Material analysis

Elastomers

Rotating equipment

MS Suite

SolidWorks

Engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD drawings

MS Office

Job description

Engineering Conroe, TX Full-time $125,000 - $166,000 per year

About This Position

Duties and Responsibilities- Specify, select, and qualify PDMs and power sections for thru-tubing completions milling applications- Develop motor performance curves and operating envelopes for use in pre-job modeling and job planning- Conduct stress, fatigue, and thermal analysis of motor components (transmissions, bearing packs, drive subs, connections)- Evaluate elastomer and stator fit for downhole fluid, temperature, and pressure conditions- Develop and maintain motor redress, inspection, and run-life tracking standards with the technical manager- Conduct teardown and root cause analysis on motor failures and present reports for BFOT and customers- Provide timely corrective actions for manufacturing and field operations with respect to failures, defects, or improper material selections- Work with technical manager to develop SOPs for component implementation- Aid in the implementation of ISO 9001 standards- Do effective cost based analysis for both projects and manufacturing of said projects- Work with the operations team and the technical manager to develop goals for both new intellectual property and sustaining engineering- Work with technical manager to create assembly documentation for BFOT components- Aid in the creation of provisional patents for intellectual property- Produce engineering CAD models and drawings and support machinists and BFOT operations alike- Engage in continuing education to the extent necessary to research, develop, or maintain projects- Author/co-author technical papers, reports, articles, patents, PPVAs, or other such technical documents- Conduct technical reviews for product development

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering required
• Conducting FEA, project management, and material analysis
• Coursework or training in elastomers, tribology, or rotating equipment a plus
• Minimum of 3 years experience with positive displacement motor design, qualification, or sustaining engineering required
• Thru-tubing or workover motor experience strongly preferred; drilling motor experience will be considered
• Minimum of 5 years related experience in oilfield/industrial environment preferred
• Minimum of 5 years experience in thru-tubing service preferred
• Minimum 5 years working in technical innovation roles such as R&D, design engineering,
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 environment is a plus
• Materials and elastomer engineering expertise preferred
• Experience with motor dyno testing and interpreting run data preferred Skills and Abilities
• Proficiency in MS Suite, SolidWorks, Engineering Drawings, Telegram, and other such web based and PWAs
• Strong knowledge of engineering design principles, component failure analyzation, and communication of the aforementioned technical concepts
• Working knowledge of downhole hydraulics and motor performance modeling
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
• Must possess flexibility and the capacity to handle a wide range of situations and personalities
• Must be able to travel as the need arises Physical and Safety Requirements
• Pass the required physical examination and drug screen as well as a Motor Vehicle Record check
• Clean driving record, verified by MVA report
• Occasionally requires long and irregular hours and changes in location of work assignments
• May require work to be performed in wet or humid conditions, near moving mechanical parts, and around vibration, loud noise, potential of fumes or airborne particles, and varying outdoor weather conditions. Benefits:
• Pay Range is set, but malleable to circumstances
• Company vehicle
• Credit card for business related purchases (with prior approval)
• Company computer
• Pay range is negotiable based on experience and specific skills
• Multi-discipline and self driven training/schools