Product Development Engineer

NOV
San Antonio, TX
JOB DESCRIPTION

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

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.

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.
Posted 2026-04-19

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