Research engineer Jobs in Tulsa ok

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for supporting all technical support activities necessary for the maintenance and support of existing products, field repair activities, manufacturing operations, product specifications, quality specifications, standards development, and the development of new and improved products.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs the efforts of the research and development staff to perform tests and research for product improvement and new product development to meet current customer needs and to increase opportunities for future sales and growth.
• Selects, develops, and evaluates a R&D staff to meet the needs of the organization.
• Ensures customers problems are resolved with accuracy and efficiency to retain current business and attract new business.
• Supports sales and marketing effort including training and customer support.
• Assists with market and product cost analysis to support pricing decisions and to determine opportunities for new products or changes in existing products.
• Assists in the development of product material and labor standards for new and existing products.
• Supports field repair activities to determine reasons for product performance problems. Provides direction for the resolution of product issues or field modifications.
• Develops the image of FGS as a technical leader in the industry by authoring technical publications, conducting customer technical seminars, making presentations, and participating in industry forums.
• Participates in the maintenance and development of industry standards and recommended practices development (. ASTM, UL, AWWA, ASME, PEI, NFPA, IAPMO,
• Participates in the development of product literature and warranties.
• Authors technical documents, publications, patents, and technical seminars in support of our products and the FRP industry.
• Determines which chemicals / products are suitable for use with our products.
• Develops and maintains manufacturing and quality specifications to define all aspects of raw materials purchased, manufacturing requirements, packaging, and shipping requirements.
• Provides technical guidance, training, and support of manufacturing operations personnel.
• Develops and maintains regular audit testing of produced products to ensure adherence to product specifications and performance requirements.
• Conducts material and product testing including material properties, corrosion resistance, and performance testing to ensure that our existing and new products meet all fitness for use requirements.
• Design and test new and improved products including establishing product fitness for use requirements.
• Wear appropriate PPE when in required areas.
• Comply with all NOV Company policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Comply with all HSE policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Comply with all Quality policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

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National Oilwell Varco (NOV) - We Power the Industry that Powers the World. Our Values - We are a Global Family. We are thousands of individuals, working as one team to create lasting impact for our customers, ourselves, and the communities where we live and work. We take responsibility for each other and our company’s future, knowing that personal ownership leads to broader success. We Believe in Purposeful Innovation. We see where our customers’ needs are not being met and we act. Through business innovation, product creation and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better. We Believe in Service Above All. We are the backbone of the oil and gas industry with a singular focus to deliver the finest products and services, on time and on budget, to push our customers’ business forward. Our Motto : Together, We Are Powerful! NOV remains committed to fostering diversity and innovation in our Team.

We offer a competitive benefits package starting first date of employment that includes : medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K savings plan, paid time-off, and starting at 3 weeks of vacation!

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