Design Engineer

NOV; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV is seeking a Design Engineer to join their Process and Flow Technologies team in Greater Manchester. The role entails designing progressive cavity pumps and collaborating with global teams to drive product innovation, while ensuring designs meet industry standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with significant experience in pump design and related technical skills.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Pension Plan

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Flexible Benefits

Dental Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym Membership

Qualifications

• 5–12 years' experience in pump or rotating equipment design.
• Experience with API 674, 676, and 610 standards.
• Understanding of ASME, ASTM, and international codes.

Responsibilities

• Create engineering documents: drawings, BOMs, reports, and manuals.
• Perform design calculations, stress analysis, and tolerance studies.
• Support sustaining engineering for existing products and lead design improvements.

Skills

Proficiency in SolidWorks

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Knowledge of hydraulic systems

Mechanical elements

Material selection

Leadership mindset

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FEA tools

Job description

NOV Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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Job Description

About the Role

As a Product Design Engineer at NOV, you will be a vital part of the Process and Flow Technologies (PFT) Engineering Team. Based in Greengate, Manchester, you will support the design and development of progressive cavity pumps and other specialty oil and gas equipment. Your work will involve creating detailed models and drawings, responding to technical queries, collaborating across global teams, and driving continuous product improvement initiatives.

This role offers a unique opportunity to develop innovative solutions in mechanical engineering while contributing to a dynamic and collaborative global environment. You’ll also interface directly with manufacturing and operations teams to deliver customer-centric engineering designs in line with NOV’s standards.

About The Company

NOV Inc. (National Oilwell Varco) is a leading provider of technology, equipment, and services to the global oil and gas industry. Our Production and Midstream business segment is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and industry-best products to markets worldwide. We’re committed to quality, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction—values reflected in our engineering excellence and manufacturing capabilities.

What We Offer

• A dynamic work environment with opportunities for technical and professional growth
• Collaboration with international engineering teams
• Involvement in high-impact projects with global reach
• Access to the latest tools and technologies in design engineering
• Comprehensive training and development programs
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Create engineering documents: drawings, BOMs, reports, and manuals using CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
• Perform design calculations, stress analysis, and tolerance studies
• Support sustaining engineering for existing products and lead design improvements
• Develop testing procedures and prototype designs for new equipment
• Provide technical responses to internal and external product queries
• Ensure all designs meet industry standards, client requirements, and internal protocols
• Liaise with global teams including the Middle East and US regions
• Provide cross-departmental support (QA, manufacturing, customer service, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with all HSE and quality standards
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• 5–12 years' experience in pump or rotating equipment design
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and FEA tools
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems, mechanical elements, and material selection
• Experience with API 674, 676, and 610 standards
• Understanding of ASME, ASTM, and international codes
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JDE, CRM)
  
  

Soft Skills (Optional)

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership mindset and decision-making capabilities
• Team-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Commitment to self-development and continuous learning
  
  

Why Join Us

Join our team and help shape the future of energy with cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering solutions. At NOV, your expertise will drive the creation of world-class products that make a global impact.

Join our Global Family

At NOV, we are a global family. We are thousands of individuals, working as one team to make a lasting impact on the world. We welcome diverse perspectives, encourage innovation and value integrity in everything we do. Together, we are powered by purpose.

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 Coverage
  
  

Flexible 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 Insurance
  
  

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.

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 centers of expertise. We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Oil and Gas

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