Mechanical Engineer - Product Development

NOV Inc.•Conroe, TX

22h

About The Position

This position supports Product Development, Sustaining Engineering, and Operations teams by contributing engineering solutions that enhance product performance, reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction. The successful candidate applies mechanical engineering fundamentals, analytical expertise, and a collaborative mindset to support quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The role performs engineering analysis, including computational simulation (FEA/CFD), modelling, and validation testing. The engineer contributes to the development and improvement of Solids Control and Waste Management equipment and systems; supports new product development and existing product lines; conducts design verification and validation; and assists with material selection, modelling, structured testing, and analysis of test data. The role also provides sustaining and operational support, collaborates across functions, and contributes to technical knowledge-sharing and professional development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
At least 8 years of experience in mechanical design, engineering analysis, and product development.
Proficiency with engineering simulation tools such as ANSYS, ABAQUS, SolidWorks Simulation, or similar.
Experience supporting testing, validation, and performance evaluation activities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
Technical accuracy and attention to detail.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Customer-focused mindset.
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Solids Control and Waste Management equipment and associated processes.
Familiarity with traditional drilling operations, drilling fluids systems, geothermal applications, thermal treatment technologies, and solids handling systems.
Experience supporting New Product Development (NPD) projects and product lifecycle management.
Knowledge of relevant industry standards and certification requirements.
Professional Engineer (PE), Fundamentals of Engineering (FE), or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

Contribute to concept development, design, and improvement of Solids Control and Waste Management equipment and systems.
Apply mechanical engineering principles to support new product development and enhancement of existing product lines.
Perform engineering analysis, including computational simulation (FEA/CFD), modelling, and validation testing.
Support design verification and validation activities to ensure product performance, durability, and reliability.
Assist with material selection, material modelling, and structured testing programs.
Analyze test data and apply statistical methods to support engineering decisions.
Identify technical issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Ensure engineering deliverables comply with applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.
Provide engineering support for field issues, product improvements, and reliability initiatives.
Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Sales, and Global Engineering teams to support business objectives.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts aligned with NOV’s operational excellence strategy.
Execute work in accordance with NOV’s safety standards, ethics, and core values.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers as appropriate.
Support internal and external technical knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Stay current with emerging technologies, industry advancements, and best practices relevant to solids control, waste management, and drilling operations.
Prepare and deliver technical presentations or papers to support industry engagement and technical leadership.
Pursue continuous professional development in alignment with personal and business goals.