Mechanical Engineer - Temporary Assignment

oilandgasjobsearch.com; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Project Lead for a 6-month temporary role. This position involves leading the design and engineering of mechanical systems while coordinating with various internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in hydraulic systems and oilfield service equipment, along with strong organizational and leadership skills. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance with safety and technical standards while enhancing product designs. Join a team that values diversity and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Health spending accounts

Employer-paid premiums

Training and advancement opportunities

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in engineering design and structural analysis.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design process including calculations, analysis, modeling, and drafting.
• Coordinate engineering involvement with customers, suppliers, and management.

Skills

Hydraulic Systems Design

Engineering Design

Structural Analysis

Project Management

SolidWorks CAD

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

As part of a cross-functional, multi-discipline team, the 6-month, full-time, temporary position for a Mechanical Engineer Project Lead will be responsible for the engineering and design of mechanical systems and equipment. This role includes coordination with internal departments, NOV organizations, and external customers or consultants. The position also involves leading design certification, regulatory reviews and approvals, code compliance, and documentation preparation and review with the customer.

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer for a temporary role, with expertise in designing hydraulic systems, oilfield service equipment, engineering design, and structural analysis.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Perform and supervise the design process, including calculations, analysis, modeling, and drafting to meet technical and customer requirements.
2. Ensure design control and verification are applied.
3. Provide technical support for the production of well servicing equipment.
4. Develop methods to improve existing and new products, including testing methods for validation.
5. Review and incorporate feedback from production or field to enhance designs.
6. Coordinate, review, and approve work of Mechanical Designers/Drafters for detailed drawings.
7. Support internal departments such as Sales, Part Sales, and Service.
8. Coordinate engineering involvement with customers, suppliers, consultants, and management.
9. Follow all relevant policies, procedures, and safety/environmental requirements.
10. Participate in weekly production and project meetings.
11. Review contracts and technical documents; assist in clarifications and interpretations.
12. Generate technical documentation, including test procedures, manuals, and publications.
13. Perform other tasks to meet customer expectations and company goals.

Education and Training:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years of experience in engineering design and structural analysis.
• Experience in designing hydraulic systems is preferred.
• Project management experience.
• Experience with oilfield service equipment is an asset.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software is required.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD is an asset.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

HSE Requirements:

• Work indoors.
• Occasional work around functioning equipment.
• HSE Orientation required.

This position is safety-sensitive and contingent upon successful pre-employment testing.

Preferred method of application and all opportunities: https://www.nov.com/Careers

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NOV is committed to an inclusive, discrimination-free workplace, valuing diversity. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

With over 40 locations in Canada and 35,000 employees worldwide, NOV offers competitive pay, benefits, retirement contributions, health spending accounts, employer-paid premiums, training, advancement opportunities, and educational assistance.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.