Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer Job Highlights

Company Profile

National Oilwell Varco is a leading worldwide provider of equipment and components used in oil and gas drilling and production operations, oilfield services, and supply chain integration services to the upstream oil and gas industry.

Job Profile

The company is looking for a Mechanical Engineer who will provide support for new product development, product improvement, and technical/lifecycle support on multiple NOV products.

Educational Qualification

• Applicants should have a Bachelor of Science or MS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent degree from a college/university

Work Experience

• Possess a minimum 5 years of design experience
• Hands-on experience (e.g. mechanically inclined hobbies, experience in mechanic shop, hands-on with mechanical systems, welding)
• Have knowledge and experience working in or with an ISO or API Q1 certified manufacturing facility
• Previous oilfield experience or familiarity (preferred)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Comply with all NOV company policies and procedures.
• Conceptualize mechanical design solutions
• Create tolerance studies and check design documentation
• Design component and system level test plans and test fixtures
• Generate engineering reports documenting design/analysis efforts and results
• Identify product improvements
• Perform stress analysis on mechanical components/systems
• Produce or check design layouts and detailed drawings
• Provide engineering support on mechanical equipment
• Research and specify purchased component parts
• Perform other work-related tasks as assigned

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Able to multitask on multiple projects
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate ideas and thoughts clearly
• Knowledge of engineering standards and procedures
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and highly motivated
• Work independently or in a design team setting
• Working knowledge of industry specifications: API 6A, 7K, or 8C
• Proficient in the following engineering software-
  -CAD: Creo, Inventor, or Solidworks
  -FEA: Ansys, Solidworks Simulation, or equivalent

Employer’s Statement

NOV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. The company is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for everyone and provides employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.