Mechanical Engineering Specialist

Job Title: Mechanical Test Engineer/product Validation Engineer

Location: Spring, TX

Experience Level: 5+

Visa: Any Visa

Rate: $90k-$100k/Annum

Job Description: Mechanical Test Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Test Engineer to support the development, validation, and qualification of innovative downhole tools. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, planning, executing, and documenting mechanical and electromechanical testing activities for downhole completion tools and associated technologies. This role will work closely with Product Development, Manufacturing, Reliability, and Quality teams to ensure products meet stringent performance, reliability, and safety requirements for global oil and gas operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute mechanical test plans, validation protocols, and qualification programs for intelligent completion products.
• Design and implement test fixtures, pressure vessels, loading systems, and specialized equipment used for product verification and reliability testing.
• Conduct functional, environmental, pressure, temperature, vibration, fatigue, and lifecycle testing of downhole completion tools.
• Analyze test data and prepare detailed engineering reports with findings, recommendations, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design engineers to evaluate product performance, identify failure modes, and recommend design improvements.
• Support root cause failure in investigations using engineering methodologies such as FMEA, fault tree analysis, and statistical data analysis.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, internal engineering specifications, and quality requirements.
• Work closely with manufacturing and quality teams to resolve product performance issues and improve reliability.
• Participate in product qualification and certification activities for global deployment.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration records, and safe operating procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on test efficiency, product quality, and operational excellence.
• Adhere to all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical testing, product validation, reliability engineering, or downhole tool development.
• Experience with laboratory testing equipment, data acquisition systems, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, stress analysis, and failure mechanisms.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems and conducting root cause analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering analysis tools.
• Strong technical communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and fast-paced product development environments.
• Occasional travel may be required for field testing, customer support, or collaboration with global engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in oilfield equipment, completions, or downhole tool technologies.
• Knowledge of Intelligent Completion Systems, monitoring systems, control lines, packers, valves, and associated completion equipment.
• Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as ANSYS or Abaqus.
• Experience with LabVIEW, NI data acquisition systems, or similar test automation platforms.
• Understanding of reliability engineering methodologies and qualification standards.
• Experience working in high-pressure/high-temperature (HPHT) testing environments.
• Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or Quality certifications are a plus.
• Relevant Industries
• Oil & Gas
• Oilfield Equipment
• Downhole Tools
• Priority 1
• Mechanical Testing
• Product Validation
• Reliability Engineering
• Pressure, Temperature, Vibration & Fatigue Testing
• Downhole Tool Development
• Priority 2
• Test Fixtures & Pressure Vessels
• Data Acquisition & Instrumentation
• Root Cause Analysis
• FMEA
• Mechanical Design & Stress Analysis
• Nice to Have
• ANSYS / Abaqus
• LabVIEW / NI Systems
• HPHT Testing
• Intelligent Completion Systems
• Six Sigma / Lean Certification
• What to Look for on Resume
• Hands-on mechanical testing experience
• Product testing and qualification
• Laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Failure analysis and troubleshooting
• Engineering drawings and documentation
• Oilfield / downhole tool experience
• Do Not Consider
• Less than 5 years of relevant experience
• No Mechanical Engineering or related degree
• No mechanical testing or product validation experience
• Education & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• 5+ years of relevant experience

Screening Questions

1. Do you have 5+ years of mechanical testing experience?
2. Have you worked on product validation and qualification?
3. Do you have pressure, temperature, vibration, and fatigue testing experience?
4. Have you worked with data acquisition systems and instrumentation?
5. Do you have experience in root cause analysis and FMEA?
6. Have you worked with oilfield or downhole tools?
7. Are you familiar with ANSYS, Abaqus, or LabVIEW?
8. Are you willing to travel occasionally?

Benefits: Eligible employees may have access to benefits offered by Intellectt Inc. in accordance with the applicable benefit plans and eligibility requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Intellectt Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.