Weatherford International Ltd

Manufacturing Electrical Engineer / Drilling Services

Weatherford International Ltd • $90K — $120K *
Houston, TX 77084In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or industrial/manufacturing engineering
  • 5-7+ years in a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of manufacturing electrical engineering processes
  • Expertise in electrical system design and PCB assembly
  • Proficiency with inspection equipment and PCB assembly tools
  • Strong programming skills for AOI and Flying Probe
  • Lean Manufacturing experience or certification

Responsibilities

  • Identify root causes of PCBA failures
  • Design and develop manufacturing processes and equipment
  • Coordinate manufacturing launches for new products
  • Create and maintain BOMs and routing updates
  • Test, source, and cost-justify electrical tools and machinery
  • Resolve production workflow issues
  • Lead projects that drive manufacturing excellence

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career development through training
  • Visibility into performance objectives and growth opportunities
  • Engagement in projects that drive ethical practices
  • Commitment to Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental protection
  • Support for continual improvement in HSSE practices
Full Job Description
Job Description

We're seeking a talented Manufacturing Engineer to provide electrical engineering support for our Wireline and Drilling Services product lines. In this role, you'll be programming Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) and Flying Probe equipment, troubleshooting PCBA's and implementing process improvements to optimize PCBA production efficiency while maintaining cost-effective solutions and high-quality results. You'll be instrumental in solving complex technical challenges and leading the transition of new processes using Lean Manufacturing principles.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Identify root cause of PCBA failures by troubleshooting PCBA failures
  • Design and develop manufacturing processes, equipment, and electrical systems to improve process capability, quality, and manufacturing readiness
  • Coordinate manufacturing launches for new or revised products, ensuring seamless integration
  • Create and maintain BOMs and routings for newly released part numbers, updating them as processes evolve through Lean Manufacturing initiatives
  • Design, develop, test, source, and cost-justify electrical tools, machinery, and equipment for enhanced manufacturing methods
  • Identify and resolve production workflow issues including level loading, bottlenecks, machine reliability, and waste reduction
  • Lead key decisions and oversee projects that drive manufacturing excellence
  • Provide technical guidance for manufacturing activities and recommend process improvements
  • Support quoting and order management processes with technical expertise
  • Develop procedures and technical reports
  • Work with Purchasing, Category Management, and Manufacturing teams to simulate and assign manufacturing COGS
  • Collaborate with global cross-functional teams to innovate and implement manufacturing technology best practices
  • Maintain effective communication with all internal and external stakeholders
  • Uphold the highest standards of corporate governance, ensuring ethical conduct and compliance with Security, HSE policies, and Management Systems
  • Prioritize Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and Environmental protection in all activities
  • Drive continual improvement in HSSE practices, incorporating best business practices and technology
  • Maintain familiarity with Quality policies and actively support the Management System
  • Take ownership of career development through training and skill enhancement
  • Engage regularly with management on performance objectives and growth opportunities
  • Demonstrate leadership, ethical behavior, and adherence to company standards


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or industrial/manufacturing engineering from an accredited university
  • 5-7+ years in a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of electrical engineering processes and principles within manufacturing settings
  • Expertise in electrical system design, circuit design, PCB assembly processes, and special manufacturing processes (conformal coating, soldering, ESD protection, testing, etc.)
  • Proficiency with facility workshop tools including test ovens, soldering equipment, ESD workstations, and electrical testing equipment
  • Strong programming skills for AOI and Flying Probe inspection equipment
  • Ability to troubleshoot PCBA's to determine Root Cause of failures
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite
  • Strong team leadership skills, self-motivated, innovative, and able to work independently
  • Lean Manufacturing experience or Lean Green Belt/Black Belt certification
  • Familiar with IPC-A-610 and IPC-J-STD-001 specifications
  • Understanding electrical schematics and PCBA drawings


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About Weatherford International Ltd

Weatherford International Ltd is a multinational oilfield service company that provides innovative solutions, technology and services to the oil and gas industry. The company operates in more than 80 countries and has a network of approximately 620 locations, including manufacturing, service, research and development, and training facilities. Weatherford's product and service portfolio includes drilling services, well construction, completion, stimulation, production, and intervention services. The company was founded in 1941 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Learn more about Weatherford International Ltd
Size
17,200 employees
Market Cap
$3.4 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
5 Year Trend
-8.7%
NASDAQ
WFTLF
* Ladders Estimates

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