About the role
Job Description
About the Role
We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Manchester based team. This role will support the design and development of engineered products and systems, ensuring solutions are robust, compliant, and fit for purpose.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering design work from concept through to manufacture, working closely with internal teams including Production, Projects, and Procurement to ensure designs meet operational and customer requirements.
This is not a graduate or entry level role, and candidates should have prior experience delivering design work within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
About the Company
NOV is a global leader in providing technology-driven solutions to the energy industry. We deliver innovative equipment and components used in oil and gas drilling and production operations, industrial and renewable sectors. Our commitment to excellence drives us to constantly evolve and enhance our product offerings to better serve our customers worldwide.
What We Offer
Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting engineering projects
Collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment
Professional growth and development opportunities
Access to cutting-edge tools and technologiesKey Responsibilities
Maintain a strong awareness of global market trends and demands
Innovate, design, and develop customer-centric equipment solutions
Simplify new and existing product designs to reduce costs and improve production throughput
Conduct engineering analyses such as FEA and hand calculations to support modifications and upgrades
Produce and review mechanical engineering documentation
Ensure all outputs comply with company policies and regulatory standards
Participate in internal design reviews and understand their commercial implications
Maintain thorough and accurate project documentation
Adhere to internal checking, approval, and Engineering Change Procedures
Prioritize customer care and uphold quality standards
Investigate and resolve engineering queries in a timely and technically sound mannerQualifications & Skills
HND in an Engineering discipline or equivalent (Essential)
Tertiary education in an Engineering discipline (Desirable)
Proficient in 3D CAD software for engineering design and drawings
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and related calculations
Familiarity with Design for Manufacture, Assembly, and Maintenance
Knowledge of industry materials and their applications
Understanding of regulatory standards including Machinery (Safety) Directive, PED, ATEX, and REACH
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and OutlookAdditional Information
This is not a graduate or entry level role
Candidates should have prior experience delivering design work within an engineering or manufacturing environmentWhy Join Us?
Join our Global Family
At NOV, we are committed to supporting your personal, financial, and professional wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellbeing
Private Medical Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)Finance & Protection
Pension Plan
Income Protection
Life Assurance
Personal Accident CoverageFlexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family)
Dental Insurance
Healthcare Cash Plan
Partner Life Assurance
Critical Illness Cover
Retail Vouchers
Gym Membership
Cycle to Work Scheme
Travel InsuranceAbout 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.
About the Team
Corporate
Our family of companies is supported by our global Corporate teams, providing expert knowledge from functions including Human Resources, Information Technology, Compliance, Finance, QHSE, Marketing and Legal centres of expertise. We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations
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