Join NDT Global as a Senior Mechanical Engineer

The goal of the Senior Mechanical Engineer is to create, calculate and design mechanical components, ensure the consistency creation of them, and contribute to innovative optimization of existing systems regarding cost, handling, reliability, and operational capability. Additionally, the position can have a focus area with technical responsibility as assigned by the Manager. e.g. pressure cables and plugs, suspension systems, drive systems, thermal management, gas bypass etc. 

Responsibilities

• Creates and designs documentation for the construction of parts for the tool fleet including associated  handling equipment (e.g., calculations, agreements, work instructions, product and functional  specifications (FSD), cost estimations, feasibility studies including evaluation and technical  assessments & schedules) according to the process or task.  Takes technical responsibility and coordination of task and sub projects assigned utilizing both internal  and external design resources as required.  Conducts technical assessment of pipeline related data in order to determine the optimized tool  configuration (Norway only). 

• Checks, verifies and approves 3D CAD models, technical drawings and calculations produced in house or via external design subcontractors

• Designs and calculates detailed solutions for assemblies and single parts for inspection tools or associated handling and test equipment and is accountable for quality, safety and fit for purpose

• Implements modifications continuous improvement Engineering Change Orders (ECR/ECO) through collaboration with other departments.

• Participates in root cause analysis (RCA) and failure investigations providing technical support as required and implementation of changes through the TIP/ECR/ECO process

• Organizes and supports mechanical qualification tests within development projects in collaboration with other departments

• Work closely with Project Managers to deliver pig design configurations for commercial and development projects

• Occasionally leads small teams of engineers, subcontractors, designers and technicians to achieve project goals

• Provides technical support for other departments e.g. Procurement, Assembly, Testing and operational support as and when required.

• Supports and contributes to global standardization / process and documentation improvements

• Responsible for ensuring consistency of approach to create mechanical designs

• Checks and approves new designs for pipeline inspection tools of Technology Services

• Ensure ownership of issues and resolution for all work undertaken by self and team using internal and external subcontractor resource

• Contribution to design practices/guidelines and NDT-Global standards

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred)

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in mechanical component design

• Minimum 3 years’ experience with pipeline inspection tools

• Minimum 2 years’ experience with FEM calculations

• Experience designing, developing, validating, and managing small teams in the oil & gas environment

• Broad engineering design, project engineering, and multidisciplinary experience

• Knowledge of pipeline engineering, electro‑mechanical system design, and packaging (preferred)

• Strong experience working in cross‑functional and international environments

• High level of independence and ownership

• Fluent in English and local language

Technical skills

• Advanced: FEM, SolidWorks (CAD), PDM (Pro.File)

• Intermediate: PLM, SAP, Microsoft Office

• Basic: 2D CAD (ME10)

NDT Global is the leading provider of inline diagnostic solutions, advanced data insights, subsea inspection, and integrity management services that safeguard energy-sector infrastructure. The company is recognized for its expertise in both ultrasonic inspection technologies—such as Pulse Echo, Pitch-and-Catch, Phased Array, and Acoustic Resonance (ART Scan)—and ultra-high-resolution Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) inspection services. These differentiated offerings, along with non-ultrasonic technologies like Inertial Measurement Units and others in development, enable NDT Global to deliver comprehensive asset integrity solutions.

Innovation is at the core of NDT Global's mission. We continuously challenge the boundaries of existing technologies to deliver transformational solutions that empower the industry to achieve safer, more cost-effective pipeline management. Our commitment to research and development drives the creation of vital new methods and tools that address the evolving needs of our customers while setting new industry standards.

By strategically applying inspection technologies to detect, diagnose, and model various types of threats, NDT Global provides predictive, decision-ready insights. These insights, driven by the world’s most accurate data, enable asset owners to optimize infrastructure health, drive operational efficiencies, reduce risk, and minimize their carbon footprint