About this opportunity
National Oilwell Varco lists this Manager, Metallurgical Engineering opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a team of metallurgical engineers
Oversee metallurgical R&D initiatives including new steel chemistries and product improvements
Direct failure analysis activities and ensure timely root cause identification
Review and approve technical reports and test results
Ensure lab equipment is maintained, calibrated, and operated safely
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve technical challenges
Support heat treatment processes and material property optimization, when required
Ensure compliance with HSE and QA systems
Communicate project updates and milestones to leadership
Education & Experience Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering or material science (required)
Advanced degree preferred.
Professional Engineer in Material Science a plus.
7–10+ years of relevant experience with prior leadership or supervisory experience.
Job Requirements
Strong knowledge of metallurgical testing, failure analysis, and material properties.
Strong understanding of welding technologies, procedures, including ASM Section IX.
Experience with lab equipment such as SEM, microscopy, hardness, and impact testing.
Understanding of heat treatment processes and steel chemistry development.
Familiarity of non‑destructive testing including wet magnetic inspection, ultrasound, x‑ray, etc.
Behavioral Competencies
Leadership
Accountability
Resilience
Technical Competencies
Metallurgical analysis
Materials development and testing
Data analysis and technical reporting
Strong technical writing and verbal skills
Knowledge of industry standards (API, NACE, ASTM, ASM).
Knowledge of metallurgical flaw inspection processes.
Ability to quickly master new softwares associated with metallurgical instruments and analysis.
Facility/Group Specific Responsibilities
Support Grant Prideco R&D strategy through innovation in materials and product performance
Partner with operations to transition R&D developments into production
Drive alignment between R&D, quality, and manufacturing to improve overall product reliability and performance.
Job Info
Job Identification 42099
Job Category Engineering
Posting Date 07/02/2026, 08:15 PM
Job Schedule Full time
Job Shift Day
Locations 10100 Houston Oaks Drive, Houston, TX, 77064, US (Hybrid)
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
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