Mechanical Designer

NOV is actively recruiting candidates for a Mechanical Designer role to provide support on new product development, product improvement, and technical/lifecycle support on multiple NOV products. The selected candidate will work on projects as part of a multidisciplinary design and development group, either individually or as part of a design team.

The primary responsibilities will be as follows:

• Produce and check design layouts and detailed fabrication drawings according to ASME, ISO, and internal standards.

• Provide design support on mechanical equipment. Use feedback from field personnel and manufacturing to improve and iterate on existing products.

• Conceptualize and present mechanical design solutions.

• Create tolerance studies, implement proper GD&T, and check design documentation.

• Research and specify purchased component parts.

• Design component and system level test plans and test fixtures.

• Identify product improvements.

• Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.

• Comply with all NOV company policies and procedures.

We invite you to apply if you have the following qualifications and skills:

• Associate of Science or equivalent two-year degree from a technical college required.

• 7-10 years of work experience in mechanical design and drafting.

• Proficient in one or more of the following 3D CAD software packages: SolidWorks, Creo/ProE, Inventor.

• Familiarity with AutoCAD required.

• Previous oilfield experience or familiarity preferred.

• Have knowledge and experience working in or with an ISO and/or API Q1 certified manufacturing facility.

• Working knowledge of industry standards preferred; for example API, ASME, etc.

• Hands-on experience (experience in the machine shop, hands-on with mechanical systems, welding, etc.)

• Position is onsite located at 6390 N. Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77041.