MWD Technology Development Lead

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in R&D, or product development.
• Proven experience in developing or engineering high-temperature MWD or LWD systems, preferably with tools rated above 175°C.
• Solid understanding of MWD components and technologies, including sensors, telemetry systems, and downhole electronics.
• Experience integrating and validating complex downhole tools through structured testing and qualification processes.
• Familiarity with MWD suppliers, component vendors, and manufacturing resources in the oilfield services industry.
• Knowledge of drilling operations and rig-site practices; prior field experience is highly desirable.
• Strong project leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Experience

Work Environment

Physical Demands

Travel

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position carries limited supervisory responsibilities, primarily focused on technical leadership, mentorship, and work coordination. This position is expected to:
• Provide technical direction and guidance to junior and mid-level engineers, particularly in high-temperature MWD/LWD electronics development.
• Review and approve technical designs, test plans, and engineering deliverables.
• Support task planning, work prioritization, and technical resource coordination within assigned projects.
• Contribute to performance feedback, skills development, and technical capability building of team members.
• Perform limited administrative responsibilities related to project execution, documentation, reporting, and compliance with internal engineering and quality processes.
• This role does not require full people-management duties (e.g., hiring, termination, or formal HR administration), but functions as a technical lead and mentor within the engineering organization.
• CNPC USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
• Disclaimer: The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.