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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Manage Pressure Drilling (MPD)
Calgary
Published:
July 6, 2026
Permanent
Office
Engineering
About the Company
Our client, a respected leader in surface pressure control and Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) systems, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Manage Pressure Drilling (MPD) to join their engineering team in Calgary. This is a full-time, permanent role ideal for an experienced mechanical engineer with a background in high-pressure equipment and oilfield technology.
Role Overview
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Manage Pressure Drilling (MPD), you will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and enhancement of Rotating Control Devices (RCDs) and MPD equipment. This includes ownership of full-cycle product design, from concept to production, while ensuring alignment with industry codes and internal quality standards. The role also involves mentoring junior engineers and collaborating closely with manufacturing and field teams.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the mechanical design of high-performance oilfield equipment, including 3D modeling, drawing creation, and detailed design documentation
Develop new products and improve existing ones in alignment with technical/regulatory standards (API, ASME)
Perform engineering calculations, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and select appropriate materials for high-load, high-pressure applications
Support prototype builds, testing, and troubleshooting in collaboration with manufacturing and field operations • Contribute to the creation and enforcement of internal design and safety procedures
Mentor junior personnel and provide guidance to cross-functional teams
Review and approve technical drawings and analysis reports produced by other engineers
Support procurement and scheduling teams with technical input on lead times and component specifications
Participate in safety meetings, HSE training, and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 10 years of mechanical design experience in oilfield equipment
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing with APEGA
Expertise in designing equipment compliant with API and ASME codes (e.g., API 6A, API 6AF, API 6D, API 6X, API 7-1, API 7K, API 8C, API 16A, API 16C, API 16RCD, 17D, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code - Section VIII) • Experience with pressure control devices such as valves, chokes, flanges, and BOPs
Knowledge of material selection, coatings, and NACE-compliant materials (e.g., AISI 4130/4140) • Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor or other 3D CAD software
Strong documentation and report-writing skills
Preferred:
Familiarity with Autodesk Vault or other document management tools
Hands-on experience with Rotating Control Devices or MPD systems
Knowledge of drilling operations and field service environments
Exposure to project management tools or systems
Demonstrated professionalism and ability to work independently or in team settings
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