Research & Development (Mechanical) Engineer

NOV’s Fluid Motion Solutions (FMS) is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to work in our Research & Development (R&D) laboratory in Houston, Texas. The FMS business segment designs and manufactures industrial mixers and agitators for blending and homogenizing fluids in processes such as chemical production, waste-water treatment, fermentation, food & beverage manufacturing etc. We are dedicated to delivering high-performance, reliable, and efficient fluid handling technologies, and helping our customers optimize their processes to achieve their operational goals.

As a research and development mechanical engineer, you will be responsible for mechanical designs, experimentation, result analysis, technical documentation and running CFD simulations of new product studies, and existing product lines. The R&D team is a center of competency responsible for researching and developing new technologies to reduce cost, complexity, and improve product performance. The candidate will be responsible for creating new products for new markets or modifying existing products to meet customer requirements. The Dayton facility is the flagship factory for NOV’s Mixing Technologies product brands which includes Chemineer rotating mixers, Kenics static mixers and heat exchangers, Greerco high shear mixers and Prochem belt driven mixers. The R&D mechanical engineer’s role is vital for driving innovation and maintaining competitive edge of NOV’s product offerings in the fluid mixing business sector.

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Minimum relevant work experience of 7 – 10 years is required for this role.