Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Identify and assess customer issues through internal and external interactions, and propose effective engineering solutions.
• Develop new product specifications to complement existing product lines for assigned projects, and engineer designs accordingly.
• Create and manage project schedules and budgets, ensuring adherence to established timelines and cost parameters.
• Ensure all engineering work complies with Hydra Rig’s standard practices and procedures.
• Execute mechanical design assignments with general direction, demonstrating discretion and technical judgment in the following areas:
  • Mechanical components and mechanisms
  • Structural systems
  • Hydraulic systems and controls
  • Electrical systems and controls
  • Tooling and fixtures
  • Integration of third-party components
• Generate and maintain complete drawing packages for new products and product line extensions, including optional configurations and accessories.
• Design products in compliance with third-party certification standards, preparing design calculations and supporting documentation as needed.
• Collaborate with Purchasing to identify qualified vendors for components and processes beyond current internal capabilities.
• Act as a liaison across departments to facilitate successful project execution.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and external vendors to ensure components meet design specifications and quality standards.
• Validate that new products are thoroughly tested and meet or exceed defined performance specifications and design criteria.
• Document and disseminate both product-specific and general Hydra Rig design methodologies.
• Develop content for equipment operation manuals based on engineered designs.
• Provide advanced engineering support for legacy products, previous projects, and warranty cases.
• Work with Technical Support, Field Service, and Repair teams to resolve customer issues and provide technical guidance.
• Contribute to the development and protection of intellectual property, including trade secrets and patents.
• Escalate complex or out-of-scope issues to the appropriate supervisor.
• Adhere to all engineering department policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Comply with all applicable company policies, procedures, and safety/environmental standards.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience Required

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical system design.
• Proven experience in 3D structural design and analysis.
• Strong working knowledge of hydraulic systems and controls.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is preferred but not mandatory.
• Familiarity with standard manufacturing processes and practices.
• Experience in product development, especially in the Oil & Gas or mobile equipment industry, is highly desirable.
   

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS: (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
• Competitive medical plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) as of your first date of hire for as little as $142 per pay period (bi-weekly.)
• FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
• FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance (for full-time employees).
• All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date).
• All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.