Project Engineer / Leader (Level I–III)

Job Title: Project Engineer / Leader (Level I–III)

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Engineering Manager, Product performance or Research & Development

Key areas of responsibility

• Manage engineering projects for the design and development of downhole tools of varying scope and complexity, with guidance from senior engineers and managers as required. May also assist senior engineers with larger, more complex projects.

• Validate designs using engineering calculations.
• Create CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Adhere to engineering guidelines, standards and design processes.
• Participate in engineering design reviews.
• Participate in the Design for Manufacturing (DFM) process.
• Perform quality control on prototype parts and assemblies.

• Assist with or lead testing of prototype designs, depending on experience and project requirements.

• Prepare test plans and assemble test fixtures.
• Prepare test documentation for sign-off by senior engineers.
• Conduct tests using shop equipment.

• Prepare design and/or testing reports as required.
• Contribute to improvements in engineering documentation, guidelines, standards and processes, as appropriate to experience.
• Align individual goals with corporate goals while adhering to and promoting the company’s established values and commitments.
• Participate in the Company’s Personal Development program.
• Follow all HS&E policies and procedures while promoting safe work practices and higher standards of performance.
• Perform other duties relevant to the position as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited program, or Engineering Technologist with relevant work experience.
• Relevant experience requirements vary by position level:
  • Project Engineer I: Engineering degree or Engineering Technologist with 1–3 years of relevant work experience.
  • Project Engineer II: Engineering degree with 2+ years of relevant work experience or Engineering Technologist with 5+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Project Engineer III: Engineering degree with 5+ years of relevant work experience or Engineering Technologist with 8+ years of relevant work experience.
• Registered with APEGA or ASET, or eligible for registration.

Design & Analytical Skills

• Ability to prepare mechanical designs, perform applicable engineering calculations and create engineering drawings.
• Experience using CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Ability to provide constructive input during design reviews.
• Ability to combine existing solutions into new designs and apply engineering tools to resolve technical design challenges.
• Ability to apply conceptual design skills and engineering analysis to determine design feasibility, depending on experience.

Industry Knowledge

• Understanding of oil and gas completions, with more advanced knowledge of coiled tubing tools, drilling tools or downhole completion systems expected at higher experience levels.

Project Management

• Ability to manage engineering design and testing projects of varying scope and complexity, with the level of independence dependent on experience.
• Ability to prioritize work and plan project execution.

Communication

• English proficiency and ability to communicate technical information effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to lead technical meetings, depending on experience.
• Ability to work independently with other departments and prepare quality documentation for internal clients.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Professional Attributes

• Growth mindset, self-motivated and organized.
• Ability to work as part of a team and willingness to have work reviewed by colleagues and experienced engineers.
• Willingness to mentor less experienced engineers, as appropriate to experience.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in a test facility, assemble and test designs at full scale, use basic hand tools and move or lift 25–50 lbs.

Additional Information

• Status: Overtime Exempt.
• Employment Classification: Full-time, Regular; may vary depending on business needs.
• Work Schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off.
• Travel: less than 5%.
• Criminal background check required for all positions.
• Safety-sensitive positions will require additional pre-employment requirements.

Core Competencies

• Teamwork/Collaboration - Able to work cooperatively with other individuals
• Service Focus - Builds & maintains customer satisfaction and provides excellent service to internal & external customers
• Decision Making - Able to make decisions and solve problems of varied levels of complexity using logical, systematic, and sequential approach
• Ethics & Integrity - Trustworthiness and ethical behavior with consideration for impact & consequence when making decisions/taking action
• Problem Solving - Ability to approach a problem by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach
• Continuous Improvement - Ongoing improvement of products, services or processes through incremental & breakthrough improvements
• Accountability - Obligation or willingness to be answerable for an outcome

Please note: NCS Multistage was acquired by Weatherford on September 1, 2026. As we continue through the integration process, some employment-related details and processes may evolve as we transition to Weatherford.