Texas Drilling & MWD Engineering Services
ProDirectional’s in-house engineering team supports complex drilling operations across Texas
- CUSTOM TOOLS DESIGNED IN HOUSE
- RAPID TURNAROUND FROM CONCEPT TO FIELD
- ENGINEERING DRIVEN BY REAL DATA
- PROVEN SOLUTIONS FOR TOUGHEST WELLS
- INTEGRATED DESIGN TESTING AND SUPPORT
- CONTINUOUS INNOVATION IN DRILLING TECH
- PURPOSE BUILT TECHNOLOGY FOR CLIENT NEEDS
- FULL LIFECYCLE CONTROL OF TOOL DEVELOPMENT
ProDirectional’s in-house engineering team supports complex drilling operations across Texas
- CUSTOM TOOLS DESIGNED IN HOUSE
- RAPID TURNAROUND FROM CONCEPT TO FIELD
- ENGINEERING DRIVEN BY REAL DATA
- PROVEN SOLUTIONS FOR TOUGHEST WELLS
- INTEGRATED DESIGN TESTING AND SUPPORT
- CONTINUOUS INNOVATION IN DRILLING TECH
- PURPOSE BUILT TECHNOLOGY FOR CLIENT NEEDS
- FULL LIFECYCLE CONTROL OF TOOL DEVELOPMENT
Our engineers have a hand in everything we do
Unlike many service providers, ProDirectional operates one of the largest in-house drilling and MWD engineering teams in Texas, supporting complex directional drilling programs from design through execution. Our engineers work directly with our motors, MWD systems, and field crews to deliver reliable performance on every well. Drilling better wells is our ultimate goal, and this hands-on engineering approach is how we consistently exceed client expectations.
Instead of purchasing off-the-shelf drilling motors and MWD tools, ProDirectional designs and builds its own technology in house. Our mechanical and electrical engineers work closely with field operations and company leadership to solve real drilling challenges at the engineering level.
From engineering and manufacturing to management oversight, every part of the organization contributes to how our tools are designed, tested, and refined. Our teams analyze failure modes, perform root-cause investigations, and continuously improve drilling motors and MWD systems to create proprietary technology tailored for Texas drilling conditions.
This integrated engineering approach is why ProDirectional delivers reliable, high-performance drilling technology for operators across Texas.
The role of an application engineer is to translate drilling objectives into the right MWD tools, mud motors, and operating parameters for the well. At ProDirectional, our in-house application engineering team works directly with operators to design drilling assemblies that maximize performance while controlling risk.
With a full portfolio of MWD systems and proprietary drilling motors, our engineers analyze formation behavior, pressure windows, and trajectory requirements to recommend the optimal tool configuration and operating strategy for every run. These recommendations are built on real field data and continuous collaboration with our mechanical and electrical engineering teams.
This integrated approach allows ProDirectional to solve complex drilling challenges and deliver reliable, high-performance drilling solutions in demanding environments.
At ProDirectional, we place a strong emphasis on collecting the right data at the right time. Our in-house software engineering team develops proprietary systems that capture performance data across our entire MWD and drilling motor fleet. This allows us to track how every tool is used, what maintenance it has received, and when it should be serviced or retired.
These same systems power our Remote Operations Center (ROC), where real-time downhole and surface data are monitored by engineers to identify trends, detect anomalies, and support field operations. By combining live telemetry with historical tool and run data, our ROC provides an added layer of oversight that helps optimize drilling performance and reduce unplanned downtime.
Through this closed-loop data and monitoring environment, ProDirectional’s software engineers ensure that neither our teams nor our clients are ever operating blind. Every decision is backed by accurate, continuously updated operational intelligence.
Our in-house engineers speak your language
Whether you are working through a complex directional section, pushing ROP in a lateral, or dealing with tight drilling windows, ProDirectional’s in-house engineering team is built to support real-world drilling operations.
Our mechanical, electrical, and application engineers work directly with our MWD systems, drilling motors, and downhole tools to ensure every solution aligns with the realities of the wellbore. From optimizing motor configurations and telemetry performance to solving vibration, temperature, and tool-life challenges, our engineers stay involved from design through execution.
By combining advanced modeling, field testing, and continuous feedback from active wells, we deliver practical engineering solutions that improve reliability, reduce NPT, and help you reach TD with confidence even in the most demanding drilling environments.
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The engineering workflow
Collecting
field data
At every well, our team collects detailed MWD, drilling motor, and downhole performance data from the field. Our mechanical, electrical, and application engineers analyze telemetry, vibration, pressure, and motor performance to understand how the tools behaved in real drilling conditions. We identify what worked, what failed, and what can be optimized for the next run.
Implementing
expertise
Using this field data, our in-house engineering team continuously improves our drilling motors, MWD systems, and downhole assemblies. From power section design to telemetry reliability and shock resistance, our engineers apply real-world drilling feedback to refine equipment and develop fit-for-purpose solutions tailored to each well program.
Exceeding
expectations
The result is higher ROP, longer tool life, fewer failures, and lower NPT. This closed-loop engineering process allows ProDirectional to deliver more consistent drilling performance, tighter wellbore control, and better economic outcomes across every job.
Why is it important to work with a service provider that has a large in-house engineering team?
- Highly reliable equipment
- Improved project timelines
- Fit-for-purpose drilling and MWD technology
- Enhanced repair and maintenance protocols
- Optimized bottom line
- Better overall drilling results
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FAQs
What kinds of engineers does ProDirectional employ in house?
ProDirectional has mechanical, electrical, application, and software engineers on staff. Each plays a key role in tool development, real time optimization, data integration, and lifecycle tracking.
How do your mechanical and electrical engineers improve drilling tools?
These engineers analyze failure patterns in third party tools and apply root cause analysis to design more effective, durable in house solutions.
What is the role of application engineers at ProDirectional?
Application engineers consult with clients to recommend optimal tools and drilling parameters. They help solve complex drilling challenges using in-house technology and expertise.
What do your software engineers build and why?
Software engineers create proprietary systems for data collection, tool usage tracking, repair history, and retirement planning ensuring informed operational decisions.
How does in-house engineering benefit your clients?
In-house engineering delivers fit for purpose technology, improved tool performance, enhanced reliability, and continuous optimization from design through field deployment.