Senior Design Engineer - 3D Modeling for Oil & Gas

ECS-Engineered Custom Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

ECS-Engineered Custom Solutions in Houston, TX seeks a Lead Designer to oversee design and drafting operations with SolidWorks and PDM. The role requires creating, reviewing, and managing machine and fabrication drawings, and ensuring standards compliance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing design, knowledge of API/ASTM standards, and experience with oil and gas drilling equipment such as risers and BOPs. College degree preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of design experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks and PDM.
• Strong knowledge of relevant industry standards (API, ASTM, etc.).
• Expertise in creating and reviewing machine and fabrication drawings.
• Experience with oil & gas drilling equipment, including drilling riser systems and BOPs.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design team in developing high-quality 3D models and technical drawings using SolidWorks and PDM.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior designers and drafters.
• Ensure designs comply with API, ASTM and other standards.
• Review and approve machine and fabrication drawings for accuracy and clarity.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to address design issues.
• Develop 3D models and assemblies to meet project requirements.
• Improve design workflows and maintain the design database in PDM.
• Work with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and objectives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM

Job description

ECS-Engineered Custom Solutions in Houston, TX seeks a Lead Designer to oversee design and drafting operations with SolidWorks and PDM. The role requires creating, reviewing, and managing machine and fabrication drawings, and ensuring standards compliance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing design, knowledge of API/ASTM standards, and experience with oil and gas drilling equipment such as risers and BOPs. College degree preferred but not required.