Project Engineer, Senior

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Location: Tulsa OK

Work Type: Onsite (with rig visits)

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At a Glance:

As a member of the FlexRig Engineering team you will work on drilling rig design projects site layouts and advise on structural and mechanical repairs.

Youll be expected to work closely with regional and operational managers to ensure H&Ps engineering needs are met for all international operations. Work seamlessly with other engineers drafting and field inspectors to accomplish the task at hand. Create and supply drawings advisory and answer any engineering related requests from the district and field personnel. This position also encompasses working large-scale project management in concert with our assembly and fabrication facilities. As a Senior Engineer youll be expected to mentor within our other engineering groups.

What you will do:

• Provide mechanical solutions for various projects on all rig components.
• Value engineer existing build programs as well as in-field upgrades.
• construction projects with local fabricators and H&P Houston assembly facility.
• Design new mechanical equipment hydraulic arrangements and analyze current builds for modification projects.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with H&Ps primary fabrication facilities.
• Create and distribute necessary Certificate of Compliance documents for various H&P designs.
• Work with International Marketing groups in preparing proposals budget estimates and schedules.
• Formalize technical reports from design analysis.
• Author standardized technical letters specific to rig functions and equipment design for customer feedback.
• Provide technical support for operations on structural repairs in field upgrades as well as CAT III & IV inspections.
• Mentor junior engineers and be available to advise cross functionally throughout the company.

What you need:

• Minimum Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical/structural/Civil design experience strong ability to perform and organize hand calculations and computer aided design analysis.
• Experience with drilling rig design is beneficial.
• Is a licensed PE or is working towards attaining it
• Familiar with AISC design practices
• Familiarity with API specification and recommended practices is beneficial
• Knowledgeable on general structural steel fabrication practices welding and improving fabrication drawings
• Knowledgeable with hydraulic systems
• Strong ability to lead projects and be a self-starter.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and CAD software is beneficial.
• Team player with a service attitude
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work and communicate with office shop and oil field personnel
• Occasional international and in-country travel required to fabrication facilities assembly facilities and rig locations
• Occasional Rig site visits and overnight stays on location.

Not a must but a plus

• The preferred candidate will have a strong mechanical inclination with a background in machine design and project management.

What we offer:

At H&P our commitment to our people is at the forefront and that includes benefits that provide employees a sense of health and financial security. We know that life continues outside of employment and actively caring of our people is our priority.

• Comprehensive medical dental vision and life insurance
• Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts
• 401k match
• Paid Leave Plans
• Parental & Adoption Benefits
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Flex-scheduling available for qualifying positions to achieve work-life integration

The job level and associated compensation for this position will be determined based on the candidates experience qualifications and alignment with the roles requirements. Final compensation for this role may vary depending on individual factors.

H&P is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity gender expression veteran status or disability.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!