VAM USA currently has an opening in the Research & Development Department for an entry level R&D Project Engineer

at their Houston, Texas location. VAM USA is the world leader for premium connection solutions for the oil and gas industry with numerous production facilities, three leading edge technology Research & Development centers and a network of over 160 licensees worldwide.

Key Responsibilities Include

- Assist in design of testing as necessary to insure integrity of new designs and existing designs.

- Coordinate testing procedures and criteria with Customer to meet expectations.

- Assist in performing qualification tests on existing products.

- Generate test data, results and analysis for products and send to appropriate parties.

- Provide manufacturing and sales with engineering and technical support.

- Coordinate directly with Customer on existing product use feasibility, or to understand criteria to be met with new design of product.

- Assist in designing and providing test parameters.

- Assist in coordination of testing parameter preparation and activities.

- Expedite test reports to appropriate parties.

- Assist with disposition of rejected material and product.

- Assist in provision of, or revision of, specifications and manufacturing instructions for existing and new products.

- Consult with Customers to coordinate testing needs and requirements.

- Follow all applicable Company procedures, work instructions, and specifications.

- Follow all Company Rules, Procedures and Policies.

- Follow all Company Safety Rules.

- Any other duties as assigned by the R&D General Manager.

Requirements

- Bachelor Degree in an Engineering discipline.

- Knowledgeable in the design or manufacturing with mechanical products.

- Strong computer and data acquisition skills.

- Strong verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to organize and prioritize work load and to meet deadlines.

- Ability to read, write and speak well in English.

- Ability to understand and execute instructions well.

- Must be able to pass applicable testing as require.

- Knowledgeable in Drilling and Completion operations and applications a plus.