NOV South Africa is seeking a motivated Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). In this role, you will work with our team supporting mechanical design and technical documentation for various equipment across new and existing markets. We have a culture characterised by knowledge sharing, collaboration and a positive working environment. The Mechanical Engineering Team consists of Mechanical Designers, Mechanical Responsibles and senior Mechanical Engineering personnel. The department is a centre of competency for 2D and 3D mechanical design, focused on delivering on time, to the required quality and within budget.
- Support the mechanical design and technical documentation of equipment for new and existing markets.
- Develop practical experience in 2D and 3D mechanical design.
- Contribute to projects that are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
- Participate in a culture of knowledge sharing, teamwork, and continuous learning.
- Assist in maintaining and strengthening the department as a centre of competency for mechanical design.
- Build technical knowledge and engineering capability through exposure to various equipment and engineering projects.
- Contribute positively to a collaborative and professional working environment.
- Perform detail design according to NOV guidelines under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Develop drawings for production under the guidance of Senior Engineers & Designers.
- Collaborate with internal disciplines such as electrical, hydraulic, calculation, controls and technical safety.
- Participate in the preparation of general project documentation under the guidance of Senior Engineers
- Participate in technical clarifications towards workshop/subcontractor/site under the guidance of Senior personnel.
- Keep up to date with regulations and regulatory requirements.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Strong knowledge of Engineering fundamentals
- 0-2 years experience in Mechanical Engineering Design
- Experience in CAD systems (AutoCAD, Prostructures, Inventor, SolidWorks)
- Good collaboration and interpersonal skills
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals
- 0-2 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering Design
- Experience with CAD systems, including AutoCAD, ProStructures, Inventor, or SolidWorks
- Good collaboration and interpersonal skills
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid parental leave and widely cited decent PTO at hire are complemented by options like experience‑based vacation credit and a flexible holiday, creating a rounded time‑off offering in many U.S. roles.
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NOV delivers technology-driven solutions to empower the global energy industry. For more than 150 years, NOV has pioneered innovations that enable its customers to safely produce abundant energy while minimizing environmental impact. The energy industry depends on NOV’s deep expertise and technology to continually improve oilfield operations and assist in efforts to advance the energy transition towards a more sustainable future. NOV powers the industry that powers the world.
