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63 Nov Mechanical Engineer Jobs Hiring Near You

Senior Robotics Engineer

Houston, TX · Hybrid

$99K - $131K/yr

A highly motivated robotics or mechanical engineer with a proven track record in robotics and ... Participate in NOV specification and standards creation for robotic solutions, and release to ...

At NOV Cedar Park Manufacturing, we are committed to building a workplace where employees can grow ... Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering Technician, etc.) * Technical Competencies

At NOV Cedar Park Manufacturing, we are committed to building a workplace where employees can grow ... Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering Technician, etc.) * Technical Competencies

Senior Robotics Engineer

Houston, TX · Hybrid

$99K - $131K/yr

A highly motivated robotics or mechanical engineer with a proven track record in robotics and ... Participate in NOV specification and standards creation for robotic solutions, and release to ...

Sustaining Product Engineer - Tulsa

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$80K - $98K/yr

... of NOV downhole and above ground horizontal pump systems. This role involves hands-on problem ... Mechanical Engineering * 0 to 5 years of work experience * Excellent written and verbal ...

Mechanical Assembler

Houston, TX

$17.25 - $21.50/hr

Works with other facility teams (Purchasing, Quality, and Engineering) to ensure that assembly/test ... Comply with all NOV company and HSE policies and procedures * Utilize safe work habits at all times

Mechanical Assembler

Houston, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $21.50/hr

Works with other facility teams (Purchasing, Quality, and Engineering) to ensure that assembly/test ... Comply with all NOV company and HSE policies and procedures * Utilize safe work habits at all times

Sustaining Product Engineer - Tulsa

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$80K - $98K/yr

... of NOV downhole and above ground horizontal pump systems. This role involves hands-on problem ... Mechanical Engineering * 0 to 5 years of work experience * Excellent written and verbal ...

Lead mechanical design and development of products/systems from concept through release and production support. * Translate customer and internal requirements into engineering specifications ...

Lead mechanical design and development of products/systems from concept through release and production support. * Translate customer and internal requirements into engineering specifications ...

Mechanical Assembler

Houston, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $21.50/hr

Works with other facility teams (Purchasing, Quality, and Engineering) to ensure that assembly/test ... Comply with all NOV company and HSE policies and procedures * Utilize safe work habits at all times

Mechanical Assembler

Houston, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $21.50/hr

Works with other facility teams (Purchasing, Quality, and Engineering) to ensure that assembly/test ... Comply with all NOV company and HSE policies and procedures * Utilize safe work habits at all times

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university * 0 to 3 years ... NOV offers a competitive benefits package, starting the first date of employment that includes ...

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university * 0 to 3 years ... NOV offers a competitive benefits package, starting the first date of employment that includes ...

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NOV Jobs Information

Do workers at NOV get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
73% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Does NOV pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
81% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Is the health insurance from NOV affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
92% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 83% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 11% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2025.

Do workers at NOV worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
78% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

Do NOV workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
54% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2025.

How easy is it for NOV workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
48% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at NOV?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
92% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do NOV managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
89% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

Do jobs at NOV spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
15% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at NOV?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
88% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Is working at NOV good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
71% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

Do people at NOV feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
82% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at NOV get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
73% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Is it stressful to work at NOV?

Most people feel stressed out here.
69% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at NOV enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
78% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at NOV recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
47% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at NOV?

Most people got enough training when they started.
72% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people get support to advance at NOV?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 42% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people think NOV’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
75% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how NOV is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
36% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.
Infographic showing various Mechanical Engineer job openings at Nov in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.
Mechanical Engineer

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


NOV rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

157th of 417 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

At NOV Energy Products & Services, we deliver reliable, easy-to-use equipment to the industries that power the world. Mechanical engineers within our global team are key drivers of technical excellence and critical contributors to high-impact projects.

Success in this role requires strong problem-solving ability, fast learning, collaboration, and leadership. This position focuses on the development and lifecycle support of M/D Totco Surface Products, including advanced measurement devices and data acquisition and control systems that enhance customer operations.

Our team is driven by a passion for innovation, continuous learning, and the application of advanced engineering principles. This is an opportunity to build a rewarding career in an environment that emphasizes professional development, teamwork, and growth.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Develop a deep understanding of NOV's products, customers, and business operations  
  • Contribute to the design and development of new products and enhancements to existing systems 
  • Improve product performance, reliability, and efficiency through innovative engineering solutions 
  • Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing) 
  • Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical decision-making 
  • Take ownership of assigned work and drive execution to completion 
  • Apply sound engineering judgment and take calculated risks while continuously learning and sharing knowledge 

Work Scope

  • Support the full product lifecycle: concept, design, analysis, testing, validation, commercialization, and sustaining engineering 
  • Work on MDT surface product lines including sensors, gas detection systems, data acquisition, and control systems 
  • Participate in supplier selection, prototype development, testing, and manufacturing support 
  • Conduct field testing and validation at customer sites (rigs, offshore platforms, drillships) 
  • Develop and maintain detailed engineering documentation (drawings, assemblies, and systems) using CAD and PLM tools 
  • Collaborate with project managers on planning, scheduling, and risk management 
  • Gain working knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality systems 

Required Competencies

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering 
  • Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Creo (Pro/E) 
  • Ability to read, interpret, and create drawings in accordance with ASME Y14 standards 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

Preferred / Beneficial Skills

  • Product lifecycle management experience 
  • Experience managing complex assemblies and large bills of materials 
  • Knowledge of GD&T 
  • Experience with manufacturing processes (machining, sheet metal, welding, casting, assembly) 
  • Experience with structural analysis using FEA tools (Creo Simulation, SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS) and hand calculations 
  • Ability to develop load paths and free-body diagrams 
  • Experience with flow or thermal analysis tools (e.g., CFDesign or similar) 

Why This Role

  • Work on real-world engineering challenges that directly impact customer operations 
  • Be part of a collaborative, high-performing engineering team 
  • Opportunity to grow technically and professionally across multiple product lines 
  • Exposure to field environments and full product lifecycle ownership 
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.
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 centers of expertise.  We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations.

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About NOV

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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. We have the people, capabilities and vision to serve the needs of a challenging and evolving industry. One the world can’t live without. We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create lasting impact for ourselves, our customers and the communities where we live and work. We take responsibility for each other and our company’s future, knowing that personal ownership leads to broader success. We believe in purposeful innovation because we see what others do not and we act. Through business innovation, product creation and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.

Industry

Oil and gas extraction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1841