Are you our next Senior Structural Engineer?

About the Role 

We are looking for a Structural Engineer to join our team in Arendal, Norway. In this role, you will be responsible for performing advanced structural analyses and contributing to the design of robust offshore structures operating in challenging environments.

The position involves working on a wide range of structures—from small mechanical components to large-scale constructions weighing up to 2,000 tons. You will work independently on your own projects while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, functional, and fabrication-friendly solutions that meet customer and classification society requirements.

This role plays a key part in ensuring the technical integrity, safety, and reliability of NOV APL’s offshore systems and directly contributes to our mission of delivering world-class offshore solutions.

We also encourage students in the final phase of their Bachelor’s or Master’s degree to apply. As our project portfolio continues to grow, there may be opportunities to bring in additional engineers toward the summer or early fall. Applying early gives us the opportunity to connect with talented candidates ahead of time and potentially plan for future hires. 

About the Company 

NOV APL, located on Hisøy outside Arendal, is a part of NOV Marine & Construction and a global leader in advanced offshore loading and mooring technologies. For more than 30 years, we have developed and delivered innovative turret mooring systems, loading/offloading solutions, and marine technology to the international oil & gas and renewable energy sectors. With more than 80 offshore installations worldwide—operating in water depths ranging from shallow coastal sites to deepwater fields—our solutions are recognized for their reliability, engineering excellence, and cost efficiency.

At NOV APL, we value a strong culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our multidisciplinary environment brings together project management and engineering expertise, offering employees the opportunity to work with complex, high-impact projects that shape the future of offshore energy.

What We Offer 

• Challenging and meaningful work on large, complex offshore structures

• Opportunities for professional development and hands-on experience with real equipment

• Site visits and occasional fabrication follow-up with suppliers

• A flexible and informal work environment built on trust and responsibility

• Collaboration with highly skilled colleagues across disciplines and countries

• The chance to work for a world-leading company with a strong global presence

• A supportive, inclusive, and diverse team culture

Key Responsibilities 

• Structural analysis and calculations – Perform strength, fatigue, and buckling analyses in accordance with recognized offshore standards using FEM software and hand calculations.

• Technical documentation – Prepare high-quality analysis reports for approval by customers and classification societies.

• Design development – Actively participate in design discussions and contribute to the development of safe, efficient, and fabrication-friendly solutions.

• Quality assurance – Conduct internal checks and reviews of design and analysis documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Cross-disciplinary collaboration – Work closely with design, marine, mechanical, and piping disciplines to ensure integrated solutions.

• External coordination – Communicate with customers and classification societies to ensure all technical and regulatory requirements are met.

Qualifications & Skills 

Essential Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience) – ensures strong theoretical and technical foundation.

• Relevant experience in structural analysis within offshore, oil & gas, or similar industries – demonstrates capability to perform in complex engineering environments.

• Experience with FEM tools (e.g. Ansys or similar software) – required for advanced structural analysis (training in Ansys will be provided if needed).

• Knowledge of offshore standards and regulations – ensures compliance with industry and classification society requirements.

• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken – required for international collaboration and reporting.

Desired Qualifications 

• Experience from the offshore industry or comparable heavy engineering sectors – beneficial for faster adaptation and project understanding.

• Familiarity with fabrication processes and practical engineering constraints – adds value to design quality and constructability.

• Norwegian language skills – an advantage, but not required (support will be provided to learn Norwegian).

Soft Skills

• Structured and analytical mindset with strong attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks and projects

• Proactive, curious, and solution-oriented approach

• Strong collaboration skills and willingness to contribute to a positive team culture

Why Join Us? 

Join our Global Family
We offer an inspiring place to work with great opportunities to develop your skills and the opportunity to work with the brightest minds in the oil and gas industry. You will become part of a professional culture where we work together in teams with other dedicated professionals to achieve common goals. 
NOV is a leading provider of technology, equipment, and services to the global oil and gas industry that supports customers full-field drilling, completion, and production needs. Since 1862, NOV has pioneered innovations that improve the cost-effectiveness, efficiency, safety, and environmental impact of oil and gas operations. NOV powers the industry that powers the world.