JOB DESCRIPTION

NOV South Africa is seeking a qualified and experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). In this role you will work with our team responsible for mechanical design and technical documentation on various equipment for new and existing markets. We have a culture characterised by a desire to share knowledge, collaborate and create a good working environment. The Mechanical Engineering Team consists of Mechanical designers, Mechanical responsibles and Mechanical senior personnel. The department is a centre of competency for 2D- and 3D mechanical design focusing on delivering at the right time, the right quality and according to budget.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform detail design according to NOV guidelines
• Develop drawings for production
• Collaborate with internal disciplines such as electrical, hydraulic, calculation, controls and technical safety
• Participate in the preparation of general project documentation
• Participate in technical clarifications towards workshop/subcontractor/site
• Keep up to date with regulations and regulatory requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree preferably within Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architect or Mechatronics (Essential)
• 5+ years Experience with mechanical design (machine elements, tolerances, material selection, welding, etc.)(Essential)

SKILLS

• Good understanding of mechanical construction methods
• Experience with CAD systems, 2D and 3D (NX, AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo etc.)
• Good collaboration skills
• Experience from the Oil and Gas industry or structural design space is preferred
• Positive, skilled person with good ability to work both independently and together with others

What we offer:

• Good Work-Life Balance
• Dynamic Team Environment
• Global Expertise at Your Fingertips
• International Collaboration

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Job application
• Detailed resume
• Portfolio of technical projects

ABOUT US

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.