Product Development Engineer I

NOV•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY Planning, initiating and timely completion of assigned projects related to product and process developments. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for prototyping and testing of new products, tooling, and test equipment. Responsible for design of new products based on defined concepts and performance targets. Produce and maintain detailed engineering drawings of tooling and final products. Project management: Planning development activities to optimize efforts and seamlessly transferring of new products and processes to manufacturing. Responsible for assuring the ease of manufacturing and safe performance of all products. Assure dimensional compatibility of all standard products. Initiate engineering changes to products and mechanical equipment as needed. Produce manufacturing specifications which comply to performance requirements. Provide technical support as directed. Supervise/assist technicians in prototyping and qualification testing. Generate and maintain professional test reports. Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Materials, Mechanical or Civil Engineering 0 – 5 years’ experience working in the area of material science/engineering Experience working with polymers and/or composite laminates a plus. JOB REQUIREMENTS Ability to interpret data and provide recommendations based on findings Selecting best combination of materials based on purported use Testing and assessing materials Developing prototypes Troubleshooting Quality Control Testing Advising management on suitability, feasibility, profitability, environmental impact of material Self-starter, willing to accept initiative and able to work independently Some Travel required BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES Dependability/Attendance Excellent Communication, both verbal and written Thoroughness Detail-oriented Adaptability/Decisiveness Initiative/Perseverance Presentation Skills TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office & CAD Ability to apply scientific reasoning to industrial situations Analytical and problem-solving skills Advanced Computer Skills Mechanical Aptitude We offer a competitive benefits package starting first date of employment that includes: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K savings plan, paid time-off, and starting at 3 weeks of vacation! For more specifics, please visit our benefits page https://usbenefits.nov.com NOV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination or Harassment of Any Kind: NOV is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for everyone and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. NOV values inclusion and diversity; we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Materials, Mechanical or Civil Engineering
0 – 5 years’ experience working in the area of material science/engineering
Ability to interpret data and provide recommendations based on findings
Selecting best combination of materials based on purported use
Testing and assessing materials
Developing prototypes
Troubleshooting
Quality Control Testing
Advising management on suitability, feasibility, profitability, environmental impact of material
Self-starter, willing to accept initiative and able to work independently
Some Travel required
Dependability/Attendance
Excellent Communication, both verbal and written
Thoroughness
Detail-oriented
Adaptability/Decisiveness
Initiative/Perseverance
Presentation Skills
Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office & CAD
Ability to apply scientific reasoning to industrial situations
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced Computer Skills
Mechanical Aptitude

Nice To Haves

Experience working with polymers and/or composite laminates a plus.

Responsibilities

Responsible for prototyping and testing of new products, tooling, and test equipment.
Responsible for design of new products based on defined concepts and performance targets.
Produce and maintain detailed engineering drawings of tooling and final products.
Project management: Planning development activities to optimize efforts and seamlessly transferring of new products and processes to manufacturing.
Responsible for assuring the ease of manufacturing and safe performance of all products.
Assure dimensional compatibility of all standard products.
Initiate engineering changes to products and mechanical equipment as needed.
Produce manufacturing specifications which comply to performance requirements.
Provide technical support as directed.
Supervise/assist technicians in prototyping and qualification testing.
Generate and maintain professional test reports.
Other duties as assigned.