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NOV · 1 month ago

Manufacturing/R&D Technician - Engineering

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

3+ years exp

NOV is a global leader in the oil and gas industry, committed to providing technical expertise and operational support. The Manufacturing/R&D Technician role involves supporting the manufacturing process by testing product samples while adhering to quality and safety measures.

Manufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean & safe work environment

Test sample preparation, assembly, and testing

Cutting, welding, and assembling test fixtures/production equipment

Inspecting sample failures and determining cause of failure

Using lab equipment for analysis of pipe – microscope and DSC

Wiring and calibrating data logging equipment such as pressure transducers and thermocouples

Assisting with winding prototype fiberglass pipe for testing

Cleaning work area and machines after use, keeping tools and equipment organized and stored when not in use

Wear appropriate PPE in required areas

Comply with all NOV Company policies, guidelines, and procedures

Comply with all HSE policies, guidelines, and procedures

Comply with all Quality policies, guidelines, and procedures

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

WeldingElectrical troubleshootingMechanical aptitudeCalibrating lab equipmentForklift operationReading technical drawingsMicrosoft OfficeTeam playerAttention to detailProblem solving

Required

High School diploma or equivalent

Three years shop/lab related experience

Ability to work Monday thru Fridays, 7am-3:30pm, with overtime per work project requirements

Standing up to 10 hours daily

Walking up to 10 hours daily

Bending/Stooping up to 10 hours daily

Repetitive Movement (shoveling/sweeping/fastening) up to 10 hours daily

Lifting weights up to 50 lbs. regularly

Push/Pull up to 10 hours daily

Dependability/Attendance/Punctuality

Problem Solving/Judgement

Thoroughness/Craftsmanship

Attention to detail

Safe working habits

Work well with others/Team player

Knowledge of shop tools/machinery. Ability to weld, use lathe, mill a plus

Knowledge of electricity/ability to troubleshoot electrical problems and use multimeter

Mechanical aptitude-broad understanding of how parts are assembled and work together

Able to learn to calibrate pressure transducers, thermocouples, and lab equipment per FGS standards

Ability to operate forklift and overhead crane safely and correctly

Ability to understand drawings, instructions or repair and assembly operations

Ability to use and read calipers, micrometers, OD tape (Vernier scale)

Ability to adapt and be cross trained to learn all job duties as required

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office

Company

NOV

Glassdoor3.7

NOV provides Downhole, Drilling, Engineering and Project Management, Industrial, Lifting and Handling, Production, Tubular.

Founded in 1862

Houston, Texas, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.nov.com/

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