JOB DESCRIPTION

From downtime to go-time: Do you thrive with solving complex technical problems, leading a team, and making a real difference to your customers?

As our Technical Leader, Drilling Automation & Electro, you will play a vital role in keeping rigs operational by leading a skilled team and being the go-to technical expert for customers, colleagues, and NOV as a whole.

About us:

At the heart of NOV's Aftermarket group, the Technical Equipment Support Services (TESS) department is where we deliver real solutions-fast. We're here 24/7, every single day of the year, supporting rigs across the globe.

Using tools like Tracker and eHawk™ Remote Support, we troubleshoot issues remotely, minimizing downtime when it matters most. We are also supporting our Service Engineers when they are on site, providing guidance and insight if they have a technical problem.

Your responsibilities:

This role combines leadership, technical expertise, and collaboration. You will:

• Act as the go-to technical expert NOV's drilling automation products, supporting both customers, service engineers on site and other internal teams with your deep knowledge of NOV equipment and systems.
• Lead and develop a small team of Technical Advisors.
• Support our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in delivering world-class support, 24/7.
• Provide direct technical support for complex issues, offering guidance to your team and collaborating with Product Engineering to find innovative solutions.
• Approve technical reports, damage assessments, and recommendations, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and professionalism.
• Work closely with Engineering, Sales, Rentals, and Workshop teams to streamline customer support and ensure seamless service delivery.
• Represent NOV as a trusted technical authority in customer meetings, offering solutions that minimize downtime and maximize operational success.

We are looking for someone with:

• Strong knowledge of NOV drilling equipment or similar technology. Familiarity with automation products like NOVOS or MMC (Multi-Machine Control) is a big plus.
• Offshore experience is preferred
• An interest in leadership. While formal management experience isn't required, experience as a project or site manager is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills in Norwegian and English to maintain close connections with both customers and your team.

Sounds like an interesting opportunity?

Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis so don't hesitate to apply. We accept applications in English and Norwegian. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact, Johannes Hodne, Technical Manager, Electro, HMI & Control Systems - COE, (+47)90738711