Mechanical Machine Design Engineer II - Military Veterans
at National Oilwell Varco
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work with product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• Prototype new processes and or new equipment for manufacturing of product.
• Write performance requirements for product process, equipment development or engineering projects.
• Study industrial processes to maximize the efficiency of equipment applications, including equipment placement.
• Recommend process and equipment improvements incorporating latest technologies.
• Work with electrical engineer and manage specifications for automation of equipment.
• Support Product development by developing, verification, and implementing product process and manufacturing solutions to satisfy a variety of market requirements.
• Design test equipment and/or develop procedures for testing products.
• Work with vendors to source components of design and fabrication, machining, and assembly of equipment.
• Prepare technical packages for tenders and organize the technical tender documents.
• Estimate costs or submit bids for engineering, construction, or installation projects.
• Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, or repair to ensure that machines or equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications.
• Budget, monitor and report cost and schedule of equipment and projects.
• Participate "hands on" in lab prototyping and manufacturing environments as needed.
• Investigate equipment failures or difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and recommend remedial actions. Recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports.
• Other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Work may require evening and weekend work
• Ability to interpret data and provide recommendations based on findings
• Available for overnight and international Travel required
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or discipline required.
• Position is onsite located in San Antonio, TX
• Master's degree level in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 5 plus years minimum work experience in field of equipment design.
• Experience in field of composite manufacturing is a plus.
• Projects may require evening and weekend work attendance.
• Strong Mechanical Aptitude.
• Ability to interpret data and provide recommendations based on findings.
• Exposure/experience working with shop fabrication and machining.
• Exposure to and familiarity with hydraulic design.
• Exposure to and familiarity with equipment automation.
• Design for manufacturing.
• 2D and 3D CAD Design. Preferably AutoCAD and Solidworks.
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience.
• Plastic or Sheet Metal Design a plus.
• Material selection.
• Structural and thermal calculations.
• Tolerance Analysis.
• Problem Solving Skills.
• Familiarity with nonmetallic/composite product design is preferred.
• Possess technical aptitude and ability to understand engineering, design and product.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
• Dependability/Attendance
• Problem Solving/Judgement
• Active Listening
• Critical Thinking
• Complex Problem Solving
• Self-manage with limited supervision
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports.
• Strong Mechanical Aptitude.
• 2D and 3D CAD Design. Preferably Autocad and Solidworks.
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience.
• Plastic or Sheet Metal Design a plus.
• Material selection.
• Structural and thermal calculations.
• Exposure/experience working with shop fabrication and machining.
• Exposure to and familiarity with hydraulic design.
• Exposure to and familiarity with equipment automation.
• Design for manufacturing.
• Tolerance Analysis.
• Problem Solving Skills.
• Familiarity with nonmetallic/composite product design is preferred.
Possess technical aptitude and ability to understand engineering, design and product performance issues.
FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
• See "Primary Duties & Responsibilities" above
San Antonio, TX
Since 1841, National Oilwell Varco (NOV) has been dedicated to ensuring customers receive the highest quality oilfield products and services.
Leveraging over 800 worldwide manufacturing, sales and service centers, National Oilwell Varco supplies customer-focused solutions that best meet the quality, productivity, and environmental requirements of the energy industry.
National Oilwell Varco is a worldwide leader in providing major mechanical components for land and offshore drilling rigs, complete land drilling and well servicing rigs, tubular inspection and internal tubular coatings, drill string equipment, extensive lifting and handling equipment, and a broad offering of downhole drilling motors, bits and tools. National Oilwell Varco also provides supply chain services through its network of distribution service centers located near major drilling and production activity worldwide.
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