Mechanical Engineer - Static

Role Overview

Mechanical Engineer - Static at NOV. This role is responsible for ensuring technical integrity and quality of assigned Mechanical Engineering activities in compliance with applicable standards, regulations, specifications, and company procedures.

Role Purpose

Independently manage professional execution of assigned Mechanical Engineering work while delivering quality and cost-effective engineering solutions in accordance with company directives, legal requirements, and industry standards. Support efficient project delivery in line with project schedules and contribute to NOV team strategies and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering Execution

• Perform feasibility studies, engineering analysis, calculations, and detailed engineering activities.
• Review engineering designs, drawings, 3D models, and technical documentation.
• Develop engineering specifications, reports, and related technical documentation.
• Provide input sketches and technical guidance to drafting and 3D modeling teams.
• Evaluate equipment design progress and development.

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure technical integrity and quality of assigned Mechanical Engineering activities.
• Execute engineering tasks in compliance with company procedures, standards, and regulations.
• Report deviations and recommend improvements to the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ requirements and report non-conformities when identified.
• Follow safe working methods and contribute to minimizing workplace, environmental, and quality risks.

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Prepare mechanical datasheets, material requisitions, and technical bid evaluations.
• Coordinate and interface with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Support procurement activities, technical clarifications, reporting, and documentation control.
• Review project design basis and specifications and evaluate vendor offers.
• Raise Technical Queries (TQs) and prepare Technical Bid Evaluations.
• Review post-order vendor documents.
• Participate in supplier tender process including development of scope, input to tender evaluation, and clarification activities.

Project Management & Coordination

• Independently manage and deliver assigned engineering work and project activities.
• Support project management with general technical assignments and engineering coordination.
• Manage budgets, resource planning, deployment, and utilization for assigned activities.
• Prepare deliverable lists, schedules, man-hour estimates, and resource requirements.
• Prepare progress reports as required.
• Monitor closely fast-track projects and meet project deadlines on time.
• Participate in Design Review and Progress Review meetings.
• Report project progress and technical challenges to Lead Engineers, Engineering Managers, and Project Managers.

Development & Continuous Improvement

• Pursue continuous professional development within the discipline and area of expertise.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and lessons learned (LL) activities.
• Standardize Design Procedures and review checklists and Design Guidelines.
• Train, mentor, and support less experienced engineering personnel.
• Allocate tasks to Team Lead and Technical Experts on site for technical support if required.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with peers and stakeholders to achieve shared business objectives and project deadlines.
• Coordinate swiftly with clients, consultants, and contractors to ramp projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 8–10 years relevant experience in Mechanical Engineering from Oil and Gas industry (Upstream & Downstream).
• Bachelor's Degree or Post Graduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent degree from recognized university.
• Proven technical experience in Static Equipment Engineering.
• Exposure in Layout development and Skid-based design.
• Experience with material of construction including CS, LTCS, SS, CS+Clad, LAS, HAS, NACE MR0175, HIC for applications with temperature ranging from hot service to cryogenic.
• Experience with special services including Hydrogen, Lethal, Wet Sour, Cyclic, and Sea Water applications.

Skills & Competencies

• Extensive skills using essential pressure vessel design software such as PV-Elite, Compress, and TANK.
• Equipment design calculation and FEA (Finite Element Analysis).
• Good knowledge of International Mechanical Codes and Standards including ASME SEC.VIII DIV.1, ASME SEC.VIII DIV.2, TEMA, PD5500, API:650, API:660, API:661, and API applicable to Rotary Equipment.
• Good interface knowledge with other disciplines, especially Process, Piping, Electrical, and Instrumentation.
• Knowledge of all discipline documents and drawings.
• Communication, people management, analytical, and coordination skills.
• Review of designs, plans, layouts, and working drawings.
• Resource management to ensure project execution within time and budgeted parameters.