NOV

Global oilfield equipment and services provider

Factories & Installation Engineer - Armours

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSão João da Barra - Atafona, São João da Barra - State of Rio de Janeiro, BrazilNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
Proven experience implementing industrial equipment or production lines is required.
Experience in mechanical installation, assembly, and field supervision is required.
Experience commissioning and starting up industrial equipment is required.
Experience managing and coordinating suppliers technically is required.
Experience supporting and overseeing multidisciplinary industrial projects is required.
Experience with capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects is required.
Experience with Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) is required.
Knowledge of project management principles and practices is required.
Experience in manufacturing or continuous-process industries is required.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical documentation is required.
Knowledge of mechanical power transmission systems is required.
Knowledge and experience in machinery alignment and rotating equipment are required.
Knowledge of bearings, bearing housings, and gearboxes is required.
Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems is required.
Experience developing and reviewing technical equipment specifications is required.
Knowledge of technical standards and regulations applicable to industrial equipment installation is required.
Experience in failure analysis and troubleshooting is required.
Experience with two-dimensional computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as AutoCAD or equivalent, is required.
Experience with three-dimensional modeling and detailing software, such as SolidWorks or equivalent, is required.
Advanced English proficiency is required.

Responsibilities

Serve as the mechanical technical lead for projects involving implementation of industrial equipment and production lines.
Represent the company in technical discussions with domestic and international suppliers.
Participate in defining engineering solutions and technically evaluating supplier proposals.
Review and approve engineering drawings, layouts, technical specifications, and project documentation.
Monitor and follow up on equipment manufacturing activities as required.
Plan and supervise mechanical installation of equipment.
Coordinate and oversee on-site mechanical assembly and installation activities.
Lead mechanical commissioning and start-up activities.
Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
Ensure compliance with technical specifications, applicable standards, and safety requirements.
Collaborate with Engineering, Utilities, Production, Maintenance, Automation, Electrical, Procurement, and HSE/Safety teams.
Prepare technical reports and monitor project performance indicators and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Identify improvement opportunities and propose solutions to increase equipment reliability and performance.
Support development of operating procedures and maintenance plans.

Desired Qualifications

German language skills are considered a plus.

NOV Flexibles is seeking an experienced Factories & Installation Engineer - Armours to join the Manufacturing Process Engineering (MPE) team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading large-scale production line assembly, commissioning, and optimization projects, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and operational efficiency across manufacturing processes.

The Mechanical Engineer will serve as the technical mechanical lead for projects involving the acquisition, implementation, installation, and commissioning of industrial equipment and production lines. The role will represent the company in technical interfaces with suppliers, ensuring that projects are executed in accordance with engineering, quality, safety, schedule, and cost requirements.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience leading industrial equipment installation and commissioning projects, serving as the technical interface between the company and equipment suppliers/OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) throughout the project lifecycle—from the engineering and design phase through installation, commissioning, and start-up.

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Proven experience in the implementation of industrial equipment or production lines.
Experience in mechanical installation, assembly, and field supervision.
Experience in the commissioning and start-up of industrial equipment.
Experience in the technical management and coordination of suppliers.
Experience supporting and overseeing multidisciplinary industrial projects.
Experience with CAPEX projects.
Experience with Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
Knowledge of project management principles and practices.
Experience in manufacturing or continuous process industries.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical documentation.
Knowledge of mechanical power transmission systems.
Knowledge and experience in machinery alignment and rotating equipment.
Knowledge of bearings, bearing housings, and gearboxes.
Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Experience in developing and reviewing technical equipment specifications.
Knowledge of technical standards and regulations applicable to industrial equipment installation.
Experience in failure analysis, troubleshooting, and problem-solving.
Experience with 2D CAD software, such as AutoCAD or equivalent.
Experience with 3D modeling and detailing software, such as SolidWorks or equivalent.
Advanced English proficiency is required.
German language skills are considered a plus.

Serve as the mechanical technical lead for projects involving the implementation of industrial equipment and production lines.
Represent the company in technical discussions with domestic and international suppliers.
Participate in the definition of engineering solutions and the technical evaluation of supplier proposals.
Review and approve engineering drawings, layouts, technical specifications, and project documentation.
Monitor and follow up on equipment manufacturing activities, as required.
Plan and supervise the mechanical installation of equipment.
Coordinate and oversee on-site mechanical assembly and installation activities.
Lead mechanical commissioning and start-up activities.
Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
Ensure compliance with technical specifications, applicable standards, and safety requirements.
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Utilities, Production, Maintenance, Automation, Electrical, Procurement, and HSE/Safety teams.
Prepare technical reports and monitor project performance indicators and KPIs.
Identify improvement opportunities and propose solutions to increase equipment reliability and performance.
Support the development of operating procedures and maintenance plans.

About the Company

NOV

Global oilfield equipment and services provider

NOV Inc. provides equipment, technology, and services for the upstream oil and gas industry, designing, manufacturing, and selling drilling and production systems along with oilfield services and supply-chain solutions. Its offerings span complete drilling and production solutions and composite piping through Fiber Glass Systems to support safe, efficient operations and energy-transition projects. With a presence in over 500 locations on six continents, NOV differentiates itself by delivering integrated fabrication, equipment, services, and supply-chain capabilities across regions and markets, including renewables and industrial sectors. Its goal is to help operators run safer, more efficient, and more reliable upstream projects while expanding into energy-transition and other industrial markets.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Houston, TX
Founded: 1841

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