Mechanical Engineer

NOV•Cedar Park, TX

32d

About The Position

At NOV Energy Products & Services, we deliver reliable, easy-to-use equipment to the industries that power the world. Mechanical engineers within our global team are key drivers of technical excellence and critical contributors to high-impact projects. Success in this role requires strong problem-solving ability, fast learning, collaboration, and leadership. This position focuses on the development and lifecycle support of M/D Totco Surface Products, including advanced measurement devices and data acquisition and control systems that enhance customer operations. Our team is driven by a passion for innovation, continuous learning, and the application of advanced engineering principles. This is an opportunity to build a rewarding career in an environment that emphasizes professional development, teamwork, and growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Creo (Pro/E)
Ability to read, interpret, and create drawings in accordance with ASME Y14 standards
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Product lifecycle management experience
Experience managing complex assemblies and large bills of materials
Knowledge of GD&T
Experience with manufacturing processes (machining, sheet metal, welding, casting, assembly)
Experience with structural analysis using FEA tools (Creo Simulation, SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS) and hand calculations
Ability to develop load paths and free-body diagrams
Experience with flow or thermal analysis tools (e.g., CFDesign or similar)

Responsibilities

Develop a deep understanding of NOV’s products, customers, and business operations
Contribute to the design and development of new products and enhancements to existing systems
Improve product performance, reliability, and efficiency through innovative engineering solutions
Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing)
Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical decision-making
Take ownership of assigned work and drive execution to completion
Apply sound engineering judgment and take calculated risks while continuously learning and sharing knowledge
Support the full product lifecycle: concept, design, analysis, testing, validation, commercialization, and sustaining engineering
Work on MDT surface product lines including sensors, gas detection systems, data acquisition, and control systems
Participate in supplier selection, prototype development, testing, and manufacturing support
Conduct field testing and validation at customer sites (rigs, offshore platforms, drillships)
Develop and maintain detailed engineering documentation (drawings, assemblies, and systems) using CAD and PLM tools
Collaborate with project managers on planning, scheduling, and risk management
Gain working knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality systems