R&D Test Technician - Night Shift

National Oilwell Varco (NOV) is a leading provider of technology, equipment, and services to the global oil and gas industry that supports customers’ full-field drilling, completion, and production needs. Since 1862, NOV has pioneered innovations that improve the cost-effectiveness, efficiency, safety, and environmental impact of oil and gas operations.

NOV Rig Technologies makes and supports the world’s most advanced drilling solutions. With a long history of manufacturing advanced drilling equipment packages—think top drives, iron roughnecks, drawworks, BOPs, and risers—as well as complete land rigs, we're constantly working to solve our customers’ operational challenges. We're designing new technology and robotics that deliver increased automation; expanding our training offerings to help our partners close the industry's generational gap; and developing smarter, more advanced drilling solutions for all types of land and offshore environments.

We're continually pushing our own standards higher to deliver the safest, most efficient, and most reliable drilling solutions in the world. Join us as we continue to power the industry that powers the world.

Research and Development (R&D) lab technicians work within the development and research efforts of their organization. They generally work in a laboratory setting and performs the duties of qualifying and conducts testing/assembly to ensure that products are being tested/assembled correctly and per industry standards. The R&D Lab Technician follows prescribed procedure and conducts product performance testing and characterization. They oversee of gathering data, keeping accurate records, and making sure records are filled correctly. Each R&D Technician share ownership of every test/assembly outcome and oversee safe work practices in the lab. R&D Technicians provide support and is responsible for assisting a researcher or research team with product development projects.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, assembly prints, and schematics.

- Operate machines or use hand tools and power tools to secure parts in place.

- Mount assembly components on panel or printed circuit boards, and connect component lead wires to printed circuits or routes and connect wires between individual component leads and other components using advanced soldering and crimping skills.

- Install finished assemblies or subassemblies in cases and cabinets.

- Assemble and attach functional and cosmetic hardware to assemblies using hand tools and power tools.

- Perform continuity tests on completed assemblies.

- Perform the assembly, start up, and function test of equipment systems.

- Troubleshoot systems, make necessary repairs and any corrections to system.

- Install and verify preferred software.

- Perform other work related tasks as assigned.

- Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

- Operate a variety of manual machines and hand tools.

- Blueprint reading and manufacturing routing.

- Operate equipment (Forklift, crane, etc.) and specialized hand tools/power tools.

- Perform mechanical assembly quality checks and troubleshooting.

- Performs tasks associated with troubleshooting, testing, and assembling mechanical assemblies for drilling control systems for both surface and subsea applications.

- Assists in configuring, preparing, maintaining, utilizing test stations and test equipment for factory and system acceptance testing such as hydrostatic pressure and flushing.

- Setup, operates, test, repair and/or modify a variety of mechanical equipment, systems and devices.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

- High School Diploma

- Assembly experience preferred

- 0-6 months in related field preferred

- Knowledge of oil & gas field components preferred

JOB REQUIREMENTS

- Physical demands described are: Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

- Proper Personnel Protective Equipment will be worn in designated areas at all times

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

- Listening - Practices attentive and active listening and has the patience to hear people out.

- Action Oriented - Not fearful of acting with minimal planning, enjoys working hard, and seizes opportunities to work on challenging jobs.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS: (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)

- 401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.

- Competitive medical plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) as of your first date of hire for as little as $142 per pay period (bi-weekly.)

- FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).

- FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance (for full-time employees).

- All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date).

- All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.