Summary:The Lead Sustaining Engineer provides technical expertise to drive continuous improvement, optimization, and long-term support of FET Variperm's downhole tool portfolio. This role acts as the key technical link between engineering and manufacturing and supports throughout the product lifecycle. They are responsible for maintaining engineering drawings and documentation, improving systems and processes, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to safeguard product integrity and manufacturing scalability.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:- Develop, maintain, and improve engineering templates, documentation standards, and drawing practices to ensure consistent technical output.
- Serve as the technical authority for engineering drawings, documentation, and configuration management systems.
- Manage engineering systems and document control through Enterprise PDM.
- Update and maintain commercial datasheets, manufacturing drawings, and engineering documentation.
- Oversee engineering systems, workflows, and data structures to support team efficiency and compliance.
- Support engineering change orders and ensure proper documentation, review, and communication.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to safeguard product integrity, quality, and manufacturing scalability.
- Perform additional engineering and technical duties as required.
Skills/Knowledge- Curious, adaptable, and motivated to develop expertise in downhole tool design and applications.
- Strong computer skills, including experience with SolidWorks, Enterprise PDM, ANSYS, Mathcad, Microsoft Office, and data acquisition software
- Detail-oriented with strong ownership of documentation, configuration management, and data accuracy.
- Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills, with a practical, hands-on approach.
- Knowledge of quality programs such as ISO 9001:2015 and API.
- Advanced knowledge of materials and material selection principles.
- Comprehensive understanding of field operations and equipment.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and capabilities, including machining and welding.
Education- Mechanical Engineering Technologist, C.E.T. an asset, or a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in good standing with APEGA is preferred.
Experience- 10+ years of experience in design and sustaining engineering; previous people management experience is preferred.
- Oil and gas experience with knowledge in downhole tool design.
- Shop environment experience with hands-on support of FAT testing, tooling, and production equipment.
