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Principal Engineer - Aftermarket

Job in Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77066, USA
Listing for: Weatherford
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-20
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Mechanical Engineer, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Principal Engineer
- Aftermarket

The Principal Engineer
- Aftermarket provides critical engineering support for our products and systems post-sale. This role focuses on maximizing equipment uptime, performance, and longevity by diagnosing complex field and Repair & Maintenance (R&M) issues, designing retrofit kits, and developing custom engineering solutions for legacy products. Acting as a vital bridge between field service teams, manufacturing, and the customer, you will turn operational challenges into engineering solutions that drive long-term client satisfaction and aftermarket revenue growth.

Responsibilities:
  • Field and R&M Engineering Support:
    Diagnose complex equipment failures, perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA), and provide timely technical solutions to field service teams and customers
  • Retrofit & Upgrade Design:
    Create custom modifications, upgrade packages, and engineered solutions to improve the efficiency, safety, and reliability of installed systems
  • Documentation & CAD Modelling:
    Generate detailed 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, schematics, and accurate bills of materials (BOMs) for replacement and legacy parts
  • Technical Asset Management:
    Develop and update product repair manuals, preventative maintenance guidelines, service bulletins, and testing procedures
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration:

    Partner with the product line, sales, supply chain, and production teams to scope custom repair projects, estimate engineering hours, and build accurate customer quotes
  • Leadership:
    Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across teams.
  • QHSE:
    Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements during all service activities
Required:
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in product design or field engineering, with proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, Autodesk Inventor, or Creo)
  • Proven track record of conducting root cause failure analysis and mechanical or electrical troubleshooting on industrial equipment
  • Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) equipment experience and process
  • Proficient with the offshore drilling process (e.g., drilling engineering) and related equipment (e.g., subsea systems, controls, drilling riser, rig drilling equipment)
  • Exposure to digital/service analytics tools and predictive maintenance solutions
  • Leadership experience or informal team management
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex engineering concepts to non-technical stakeholders and clients
  • Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required
Preferred:
  • Proficient with the offshore drilling process (e.g., drilling engineering) and related equipment (e.g., subsea systems, controls, drilling riser, rig drilling equipment)
  • Exposure to digital/service analytics tools and predictive maintenance solutions
  • Leadership experience or informal team management
Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related technical field

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