• Lead Mechanical Engineer

    Insight Global (Houston, TX)


    Job Description

    Insight Global is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a team in North Houston, Texas in the oil field services industry. This person will own the technical execution of assigned projects, ensuring designs meet functional, performance, and quality standards. They will conduct in-depth analysis, modifications, and validation of product designs while ensuring compliance with engineering best practices. Additionally, they will serve as the primary technical authority, fully understanding design intent, risks, and requirements. Also, they will oversee and approve design calculations, specifications, and engineering documentation to ensure technical accuracy and will develop and execute test procedures, analyze results, and drive corrective actions to improve product performance. They will troubleshoot and resolve field and manufacturing challenges, ensuring product reliability and performance. Also they will integrate Reliability, HSE, and Quality considerations throughout the design and development process. Lastly, but not limited to, they will provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and designers, ensuring engineering rigor and knowledge transfer. They will be using SolidWorks, CWI, and Microsoft Office products. This role will be 100% in office 8am-5pm M-F.

     

    Target Pay Rate Range: $50 - 65/hr

     

    We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

     

    Skills and Requirements

     

    Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline,

     

    5+ years of deep technical expertise in mechanical design

     

    Proficient with SolidWorks and Microsoft Office

     

    Knowledge of BOM's and drawings

     

    Experience/knowledge of drilling or completion tools

     

    Proven ability to assess and validate technical documentation against design requirements and engineering standards.

     

    Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, with a focus on risk assessment and mitigation.

     

    Ability to independently manage tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines while maintaining technical excellence.

     

    Clear and effective communication skills, ensuring transparency in technical discussions and alignment across teams.

     

    Adaptability to changing project needs while maintaining a structured engineering approach. Oil and gas industry experience

     

    Experience in mechanical design specifically with high pressure and high temperature