Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Lufkin is seeking a Rods Engineering Manager who will oversee the engineering and technical needs of the sucker-rod segment of Lufkin Industries and will directly report to the product line manager. The Rods Engineering Manager will be responsible for leading and expanding an engineering team to support new and existing product needs, as well as facilitate and work with the quality and manufacturing engineering functions within the manufacturing organization. The Rods Engineering Manager will interface regularly with Technical Services, Manufacturing, Production Control, and adjacent functions to synergize total business efforts.

Responsibilities

• Manage, develop, and expand the rod engineering group to meet business objectives. Hire, coach, mentor, motivate and supervise team members to promote their development and proficiency
• Lead, own, organize, and execute on the engineering strategic inputs, managing budget and resource requirements
• Manage, improve, and expand the company PDM system
• Responsible for data analytics for strategic integration in different areas of the business, including but not limited to manufacturing, ERP systems, inventory planning etc.
• Develop technical requirements, designs, and validation of new products and accessories to meet customer needs.
• Attend trade shows with the objective of delivering technical papers and presentations to maintain thought leadership position in the industry.
• Provide care and handling schools, detailed product training with oil companies engineering and operations teams.
• Reviewing product designs for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related industry specifications
• Providing technical support to Manufacturing, Sales, and Technical Services teams
• Managing and executing engineering change orders through the company PDM
• Developing prototypes and test plans to validate new product offerings
• Validating design changes or new suppliers through analysis and testing
• Participating/conducting design reviews; providing technical feedback using appropriate tools, i.e. FMEA, field and lab testing
• Supporting failure analysis investigations and the implementation of the corresponding corrective actions
• Support the continuous improvement process by conducting effective root cause investigation and analysis, implementing corrective / preventative actions, and maintaining quality metrics for monitoring and measuring
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Characteristics

• Results and success-oriented mentality, conveying a sense of urgency and driving initiatives to close
• Creative, strategic thinker with excellent organizational abilities
• Detail oriented
• Personable with the ability to initiate and build relationships with people in an open, friendly, and accepting manner
• Passionate about the maintaining employee health and safety
• Commitment to developing a strong relationship with all company personnel
• API or SPE membership and participation

Requirements

• Education and Training: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Experience in design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of technical drawings including GD&T & 3D CAD
• Technical Requirements: Excellent analytical and mathematical skills. Experience with rod failure analysis and providing technical training to customers upon request.
• Project management experience with aptitude for being a self-starter and balancing/prioritizing multiple projects at once
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Experience: At least 10 years’ experience, or as deemed sufficient by management

Disclaimer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

LUFKIN US Acquisitions Company LLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere for all employees.

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