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Mechanical Engineer III

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Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2026
Job Description

Designs and develops new products using sound engineering principles. They propose modifications and solutions to problems with existing products. The mechanical engineer performs various engineering calculations including stress analysis. They create bills of material and assembly instructions.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering 4-7 years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Ability to read, comprehend and write in English.
  • Ability to effectively present technical information, to colleagues, customers and vendors.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instruction furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • AutoCAD, Math Cad, Solid Edge, Solid Works, Inventor, Solid Works Simulation, ANSYS Manufacturing/Inventory software
  • Spreadsheet and word processor software
  • Valid Driver License
  • Valid passport
  • Domestic and international travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Engineering expertise - machine design, strength of materials, metallurgy, thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid power.
  • Knowledge of, AutoCAD, Solid Edge, Solid Works or Inventor.
  • Knowledge of MathCAD and FEA Solid Works simulation or ANSYS.
  • Knowledge of drilling engineering principles, drilling practices and drilling rigs.
  • Knowledge of drafting principles.
  • Design creativity
  • Knowledge of Manufacturing Software
  • Knowledge of oilfield regulatory requirements

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions/ Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit, stand or walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk, hear and smell. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIORNMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to vibration, risk of electrical shock, wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high and precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions and extreme cold and heat.

Responsibilities

  • Model mechanical design concepts using 3D Parametric software
  • Perform engineering calculations as required.
  • Perform Finite Element Analysis as needed.
  • Check drawings produced by designers and drafters
  • Prepare assembly instructions
  • Prepare bills of material
  • Provide technical support to Quality, Manufacturing and Marketing
  • Interface with vendors and provide technical support
  • Participate in company safety meetings and safety awareness
  • Perform tolerance stack-up verification
  • Other duties maybe assigned

About Us

Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Nabors is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. To learn more about our Fair Employment practices, please refer to the Nabors Code of Conduct .

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