JOB DESCRIPTION

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Detect customer problems and propose solutions based on interactions within company and with customers.
• Develop new product specifications to compliment existing product lines for assigned projects and engineer to the same.
• Develop schedules and budgets on projects and comply with the same.
• Ensure that all work performed is engineered in accordance with Hydra Rig's standard engineering practices.
• Perform engineering design assignments under general direction with discretion to work detail for mechanical systems and devices including:
  • Machine components and mechanisms
  • Structures
  • Hydraulic systems and controls
  • Electrical systems and controls
  • Fixtures and tooling
  • Packaging of third party supplied components
• Create and organize drawing packages for new products, and product line extensions, including accessories and alternate configurations.
• Engineer to third party certification standards and prepare design calculations and packages as required.
• Work with Purchasing to establish vendors for components and processes outside of current areas of expertise.
• Act as liaison between other departments when necessary to ensure the success of the project.
• Work with Manufacturing personnel, third party vendors and Quality Assurance to ensure components meet designs/drawings.
• Verify that new products have been tested properly and meets or exceeds the expectations of the product specifications, design goals and Hydra Rig product standards.
• Document and train product specific product design methodology and general Hydra Rig design practices.
• Develop all information necessary for the operation manuals of equipment designs performed.
• Provide elevated engineering support for legacy designs, previous projects and warranty support.
• Consult with Technical Support, Field Service, Repair to solve customer issues and provide technical and troubleshooting advice.
• Develop and maintain intellectual property including trade secrets and patents.
• Refer all problems beyond scope of responsibilities to direct supervisor.
• Follow the engineering department standards, rules and procedures.
• Responsible to follow all applicable company and corporate policies, procedures and programs, including but not limited to the process map, support processes, safety and environmental requirements.
• Other work-related duties as assigned.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering.
• 5 plus years' experience in the design of mechanical systems.
• 3D Structural design and analysis experience is required.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic design is required.
• Strong communication skills are required.
• Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD is desirable but not mandatory.
• Some knowledge of standard manufacturing processes and practices.
• Previous product development, Oil and Gas and/or mobile equipment experience preferred.

Competitive Benefits (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)