R&D Mechanical Engineer (Senior - Principal - Advisor) Wireline and Perforating

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About Wireline and Perforating

Wireline & Perforating offers formation evaluation, cased-hole logging, and precision perforating services that support production and reservoir management. Our technologies deliver accurate subsurface data and efficient well access to help customers make confident decisions throughout the well lifecycle.

About the Role

Under broad direction, the Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer leads the design, development, and validation of advanced mechanical systems and components for Halliburton’s perforating technologies. This role functions as both a technical leader and project mentor, guiding design teams, conducting detailed performance analyses, and ensuring adherence to Halliburton’s reliability, quality, and HSE standards.

The Senior Engineer collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams — including materials science, ballistics, electronics, and manufacturing — to deliver innovative, reliable, and commercially viable solutions that reinforce Halliburton’s technical leadership in the wireline and perforating domain.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and development projects for perforating system hardware from concept through qualification and commercialization.
• Apply advanced engineering analysis, modeling, and simulation to ensure mechanical integrity under extreme downhole conditions.
• Conduct and oversee design reviews, tolerance analysis, testing protocols, and failure investigations to improve product reliability.
• Define and document engineering requirements, test plans, and validation reports using statistical and reliability-based methods.
• Develop and execute complex test plans, performing pre-test reviews, tool layouts, and safety assessments in collaboration with the testing team.
• Safely conduct ballistic, functional, mechanical, pressure, and temperature testing of perforating tools in controlled environments.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and operations to optimize designs for manufacturability, cost efficiency, and field performance.
• Provide technical mentorship to engineers on design methodologies, reliability testing, and safe testing practices.
• Review and apply relevant standards, regulations, and specifications for design validation and reliability analysis.
• Contribute to Halliburton’s Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio through innovative designs and patentable solutions.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to align design intent with operational needs and performance goals.
• Represent Halliburton in technical conferences and industry forums, promoting innovation and knowledge sharing.
• Foster a collaborative and safety-focused team environment, maintaining open communication across engineering and operational groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline required.
• Minimum four (4) years of related R&D or product design experience; candidates with a Master’s or Doctorate and two (2) or more years of relevant experience will also be considered.
• Proven expertise in mechanical system design, analysis, and validation, preferably within downhole, high-pressure, or high-temperature environments.
• Proficiency with CAD and simulation software (e.g., SolidWorks, ANSYS, or equivalent) and experience with mechanical testing instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of reliability engineering, materials performance, and integrated system design.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary projects, prioritize effectively, and deliver high-quality results on schedule.
• Excellent technical communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility is advantageous.
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