Mechanical Engineer

Position Title: Mechanical Engineer – Oil & Gas Pipe Thread Specialization (Sustaining Engineering Path)
Company: GB Connections (STEEL Enterprise affiliate)
Location: Houston, TX (Onsite)  |  950 Threadneedle St., Houston, TX 77079

About GB Connections
Since 1980, GB Connections has been a trusted leader in oil & gas tubular connection technology, delivering high-performance threaded connections for some of the industry’s most challenging environments. We combine innovative engineering, proprietary gauging, and hands-on field support to ensure our products meet the highest performance standards.

Position Overview
GB Connections is seeking a Mechanical Engineer interested in specializing in oil & gas pipe thread design and sustaining engineering. We are open to training the right candidate—this is a great opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer to develop highly specialized expertise. You will work on continuous improvement initiatives for existing products, as well as contribute to new product development projects.

This is a full-time, in-office position at our Houston headquarters. Travel requirements are minimal (less than 10%).

Key Responsibilities

• Support sustaining engineering activities to maintain and improve current product lines through design engineering.
• Assist with the design and development of new threaded connections and related components.
• Conduct and/or coordinate Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate performance and optimize designs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and field service teams to address technical issues.
• Maintain meticulous documentation of designs, testing, and analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline (required).
• Interest in learning oil & gas pipe thread technology and sustaining engineering practices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Hands-on approach to problem solving.
• Interest or experience in FEA preferred (training will be provided if needed).

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to gain expertise in a highly specialized engineering field.
• Collaborative, small-team environment with direct impact on product performance.
• Exposure to both design and manufacturing operations.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

How to Apply
Please submit your resume and, Highly Preferred, a brief cover letter or other introduction via the Handshake platform.