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About the Role

NOV is seeking a Site Mechanical Engineer to support onshore pre-commissioning activities in Stord, Norway, followed by offshore commissioning work on the same process units. This role is designed to ensure technical continuity, knowledge retention, and safe, efficient execution across both project phases.

The successful candidate will be part of a dedicated NOV site team, working on rotation with full back-office engineering and project support. Continuity across the onshore and offshore phases is essential to maintain technical ownership and deliver consistent, high-quality commissioning outcomes.

Location:
Onshore: Stord, Norway (Pre-Commissioning)
Offshore: Norway (Commissioning on the same units)

Rotation:
Onshore (Stord): 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off
Offshore (Norway): 2 weeks on / 4 weeks off

About the Company

NOV delivers technology-driven solutions to empower the global energy industry. We design, manufacture, and service equipment and solutions that support safe, efficient, and sustainable energy production. Our teams combine engineering expertise with operational excellence to support complex onshore and offshore projects worldwide.

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to follow a project from onshore pre-commissioning through offshore commissioning

• Structured rotational work patterns

• Dedicated NOV site team environment

• Full back-office engineering and project support

• Exposure to complex process systems including seawater treatment and gas dehydration units

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain technical ownership and continuity across both project phases

• Perform mechanical inspections, checks, and system verification

• Support mechanical completion and system handover to commissioning

• Commission and start up:

  • Seawater treatment units

  • Gas dehydration units

  • Associated rotating equipment (pumps, compressors, motors, etc.)

• Monitor, test, and troubleshoot rotating and static mechanical equipment

• Interface with vendors, offshore operations, and NOV back-office engineering support

• Ensure compliance with NOV standards, NORSOK requirements, project specifications, and HSE regulations

• Provide accurate technical reporting and structured handover documentation

• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary NOV team

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree or technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

• 2–3 years’ experience in mechanical engineering roles within oil & gas or energy projects

• Proven hands-on experience with:

  • Seawater treatment units

  • Gas dehydration units

  • Rotating equipment (mandatory)

• Experience with pre-commissioning and/or commissioning activities

• Offshore Norway experience is advantageous but not mandatory

• Strong practical understanding of rotating and static mechanical equipment

• High level of HSE awareness and commitment to safety standards

• Fluent in English; Norwegian language skills are beneficial but not required

• Seaman’s Book preferred (assistance available if required)

Interpersonal Skills (optional)

• Strong team player, comfortable working in rotational onshore and offshore environments

• Effective communication and coordination skills

• Ability to maintain focus and continuity across extended project durations

• Proactive, solution-oriented approach

• Ability to collaborate effectively with vendors and remote engineering support teams

Why Join Us?

By joining NOV as a Site Mechanical Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring seamless transition from onshore pre-commissioning to offshore commissioning. This is a unique opportunity to maintain full technical ownership of process units across both phases, contributing directly to safe, reliable start-up and operational readiness.

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. Visit www.nov.com for more information. Powers the industry that powers the world. Visit www.nov.com for more information.