About the Role

As a Design Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering safe, reliable, and innovative engineering solutions for customer projects. You will work across the full project lifecycle, applying engineering principles to develop designs, perform technical evaluations, and support successful project execution.

This is a collaborative role where you will partner with specialists across multiple functions and gain exposure to both engineering and manufacturing environments. You’ll have the opportunity to solve complex technical challenges while contributing to products that are delivered to customers around the world.

About the Company 

At NOV, we deliver safe, high-quality, technology-driven equipment, services, and support that are essential to the global energy industry. Our mission is simple: we power the industry that powers the world. 

At NOV’s business unit Subsea Production Systems (SPS) we empower the energy sector with passion, expertise, and forward-thinking solutions. We develop reliable and efficient subsea energy production products that enhance our customers’ energy portfolios. With strong roots in the offshore oil and gas industry, we are also at the forefront of future technologies such as water treatment, ammonia storage, carbon injection, and wind energy—helping to reduce CO₂ emissions and drive the energy transition. 

SPS is headquartered in Brøndby, Denmark, with production sites in Kalundborg (DK), Porto do Acu (Br), Glenrothes (UK) and offices in Stavanger and Oslo (No), Rio de Janeiro ( Br), and Houston (US).  Globally, our team includes around 1,500 dedicated professionals, contributing to NOV’s workforce of approximately 34,000 employees. 

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary engineering contact for assigned projects.

• Develop and verify engineering designs, calculations, and technical documentation.

• Prepare and review design reports, design premises, material selections, and technical drawings.

• Work closely with designers to ensure accurate and manufacturable solutions.

• Support procurement activities, including technical evaluation of suppliers and long lead items.

• Collaborate with production teams and provide technical support during manufacturing and assembly.

• Participate in supplier qualification, technical audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of engineering standards, guides, and templates.

• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and NOV procedures.

Qualifications

Required

• BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

• Experience with structural design, mechanical engineering, product development, or industrial equipment design.

• Knowledge of strength calculations, materials, and engineering verification methods.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, suppliers, and stakeholders.

• Experience working in project environments and multidisciplinary teams.

• Good English communication skills, both written and spoken.

Preferred

• Experience within offshore, subsea, oil & gas, marine, energy, aerospace, or other highly engineered industries.

• Experience supporting manufacturing, procurement, or supplier management activities.

Why Join NOV

At NOV, you will become part of a highly skilled engineering environment where collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning are valued.

You will work alongside experienced colleagues on technically challenging projects that support the global energy industry while gaining exposure to the full engineering and manufacturing lifecycle.

We offer

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Collaboration with experienced engineers and technical specialists.

• International teamwork across a global organization.

• Exposure to complex engineering projects with real-world impact.

• A supportive culture that values knowledge sharing, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Diversity & Inclusion

At NOV, we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and drive innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply—we’d still like to hear from you.