Hardware Engineer – Mechanical, Digital Completion Solutions

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Hardware Engineer responsible for designing and delivering components for oilfield data acquisition systems. Collaborating on integration and testing in challenging environments.

Posted 6/15/2026full-timeEdmonton • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

hardware designmechanical engineeringsystems engineeringdata acquisitionsensor integrationwiring schematicsBOM developmenttroubleshootingmanufacturing processesdesign optimization

Soft Skills

collaborationproblem-solvingcommunicationattention to detailadaptabilitycontinuous improvementknowledge transfertraining developmentcustomer engagementfield testing

Tools & Technologies

SolidWorksAutoCADTeamcenterSolidWorks PDMFEA toolsCAN BusModbusOPC-UATCP/IPindustrial PLC systems

Certifications & Qualifications

APEGA member in trainingDNV certificationASME certificationATEX certificationIECEx certification

Industry Keywords

oilfieldpetroleum industryhealth and safetyenvironmental requirementsfield installationsremote environmentshardware componentstechnical documentationlaboratory testingproduct certification

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

TCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, prototype, test, and deliver hardware components for oilfield data acquisition systems and sensor applications
Develop and maintain hardware drawings, certification packages, and technical documentation
Select, evaluate, and qualify commercial off-the-shelf hardware or develop proprietary solutions to meet product and project requirements
Conduct rigorous laboratory testing to validate system and component performance and reliability under oilfield operating conditions
Travel to customer locations to perform field testing and first-article installations, including work in remote and challenging field environments
Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware issues
Create and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including diagrams, schematics, simulation results, test procedures, and acceptance criteria
Optimize designs for simplicity, serviceability, manufacturability, and long-term reliability in demanding oilfield environments
Contribute to technical documentation, knowledge transfer, training materials, and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support system design, integration, troubleshooting, certification, and deployment activities
Assist implementing sensor solutions that reduce power consumption and improve system efficiency
Assist with electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Assist networking sensor communications utilizing CAN Bus, Modbus, OPC-UA, TCP/IP, Serial, and related industrial communication protocols
Responsible to follow all applicable company and corporate policies, guiding principles, procedures and programs; including but not limited to the process map, support processes, health, safety and environmental requirements
Other duties as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5 years of combined experience in mechanical or systems engineering
Engineering diploma or degree applying to mechanical design and/or the petroleum industry
For Engineer- Eligible for registration as a member in training or a member of APEGA
An asset would be for 2 years of relevant industry experience
An asset would be exposure to the oil and gas industry
Comprehensive technical and practical knowledge of operations, products, company policies, and government regulations
Understanding of basic machining and manufacturing processes and procedures
Ability to develop detailed designs based on interpretation of project requirements
Experience developing hardware packages including BOMs, procedures, and documentation packages for both new designs and field-installed equipment
Experience integrating sensors for data acquisition and safety-control applications
Experience creating and validating complete system wiring schematics
Strong experience with CAD and PLM software: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Teamcenter, SolidWorks PDM, and FEA tools
Experience designing products to meet DNV and ASME lifting-device certification requirements
Experience designing products to meet ATEX and IECEx certification requirements
Functional knowledge of networking protocols including CAN Bus, Modbus, OPC-UA, TCP/IP, and Serial communications
Functional knowledge with industrial PLC systems, including configuration, troubleshooting, and integration.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employer retirement plan contributions
Health Spending account
Employer paid premiums
On the job training
Potential for advancement within the organization
Educational Assistance Program