Mechanical engineer Jobs in Lafayette, LA

Job Title : Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be at the forefront of developing, enhancing, and tailoring tools, equipment, and systems. Your focus will be on downhole well intervention, well construction, and related operations. You will design and implement various solutions to meet specific customer and project needs, ensuring that equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably in challenging environments, including deepwater wells.

Responsibilities

• Design innovative oilfield tools and equipment, with a focus on downhole well intervention and well construction technologies, such as packers, flotation subs, and other specialized devices.
• Create comprehensive engineering drawings, models, and specifications utilizing CAD software.
• Conduct engineering calculations and simulations to verify the functionality, safety, and efficiency of designs in extreme conditions, including high-pressure and high-temperature wells.
• Oversee the development of prototypes and ensure they meet design specifications.
• Identify opportunities to improve existing products and processes, working to reduce costs, enhance reliability, and increase operational efficiency.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Work Environment

The candidate will work 50% inside and 50% out in the field / shop, collaborating with experienced designers, the quality manager, and the engineering manager. All necessary PPE, including a hard hat and steel toe boots, will be provided.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $43.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Broussard,LA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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