Manufacturing Engineer

NOV Inc.•Ridgefield, WA

3h•$85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Every day, the oil and gas industry’s best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success. We Power the Industry that Powers the World Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success—now and in the future. Global Family We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work. Purposeful Innovation Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better. Service Above All This drives us to anticipate our customers’ needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget. Corporate Our family of companies is supported by our global Corporate teams, providing expert knowledge from functions including Human Resources, Information Technology, Compliance, Finance, QHSE, Marketing and Legal centers of expertise. We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
3–5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing environments.
Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on troubleshooting experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with preventive maintenance planning and implementation preferred.
Project management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage and troubleshoot machine computer control systems (PLCs, VFDs, sensors, FactoryTalk).
Develop and update standard work procedures, manufacturing instructions, and machine settings.
Actively collaborate with Quality and Training teams to ensure SOPs reflect current best practices and that new equipment/processes are adequately documented and trained.
Support development and execution of preventive maintenance programs with Maintenance.
Collaborate with Maintenance and direct task assignments to reduce downtime and extend asset life.
Participate in capital project scoping, equipment upgrades, commissioning, and post-install support.
Interface with equipment vendors and suppliers during selection, specification, and troubleshooting of equipment and materials.
Coordinate contractors and ensure adherence to HSE policies and facility standards.
Ensure all equipment and processes comply with OSHA and other regulatory requirements.
Design tooling, jigs, molds, and fixtures using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
Optimize equipment and processes to improve safety, quality, and throughput.
Conduct time studies and process evaluations to support continuous improvement and waste reduction.
Support ERP updates (BOMs, routings, time standards) and maintain accurate documentation for equipment and processes.
Work with the Product Material & Routing Specialist for these updates within ERP.
Interface with R&D and Quality to support testing, product changes, and production challenges.
Manage or support small-to-medium capital projects for facility and equipment enhancements.
Provide technical guidance to production and maintenance staff on mechanical, pneumatic, and control systems.
Assist with the preparation of technical procedures and training materials.
Lead or participate in Lean, Six Sigma, or other structured continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, optimize cycle times, and improve overall equipment effectiveness.
Provide data and reporting for production KPIs, improvement projects, and downtime analysis.
Work cross-functionally to drive adoption of new processes and equipment by coaching production staff and ensuring robust change control practices.
Contribute to long-term manufacturing strategies through technical insights, cost-benefit analysis, and benchmarking of best practices across facilities.
Travel up to 10% to support capital projects, equipment commissioning, audits, or process improvements at multiple FGS locations.
Perform additional duties as required to meet plant operational goals.