Senior Project Engineer – Plant Projects

About the Role 

Are you passionate about large, cool, engineeringly challenging Manufacturing equipment? Do you thrive implementing projects where timing is essential? NOV is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer for our Plant Projects department. In the department of Plant Projects, we handle large investments on machinery, and we are dealing with new equipment as well as improvement and refurbishments of existing. Equipment is large and engineeringly challenging, and good engineering design as well as efficient implementation can have a high impact on final product as well as on usability, safety, reliability and eventually turnover. 

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.

What We Offer 

• A Stable Career Path - Secure your future with a permanent employment contract in a company recognized for its long-standing presence and reliability in the offshore energy sector.
• A Global Team of Experts - Join a collaborative, diverse, and highly skilled international team that values knowledge sharing and mutual support.
• Real Ownership, Real Impact - Take the lead on high-impact projects and help shape the technical direction of our work—your ideas and expertise won’t just be heard, they’ll drive change.
• Trust, Freedom & Technical Excellence - Enjoy a high level of independence in your work while surrounded by peers who are as passionate and knowledgeable as you are.

Key Responsibilities 

• Drive plant projects from concept to execution in close collaboration with stakeholders in Denmark and Brazil, ensuring alignment, transparency, and momentum throughout.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure they have the right input, clear deliverables, and a firm commitment to deadlines.
• Define and communicate task scopes and expectations to external vendors to ensure smooth execution and contractual alignment.
• Follow up on the delivery of critical components and services, ensuring implementation is on time, efficient, and aligned with project goals.
• Maintain and update project plans and budgets, keeping all stakeholders informed and prepared for any adjustments.
• Proactively identify and resolve project challenges, ensuring clear communication and issue escalation where needed.
• Oversee the handover process, ensuring that all relevant stakeholders are properly briefed and supported during project transitions.
• Ensure accurate, compliant documentation is in place and aligned with all relevant legal and regulatory standards.

 Qualifications & Skills 

• Engineer or similar strong technical background
• Experience with project management and/or coordination within production 
• Experience within metal or other heavy industry
• Experience with data-based root cause analysis – certification within Six-Sigma will be an advantage
• Experience with implementation in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding and interest of machine operation and process stability
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal)
• Experience in working in project teams and on-time delivery

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency in Danish and/or Portuguese
• Experience in offshore oil & gas equipment engineering
• Accustomed to working within a matrix organization
• Enjoyment of team collaboration and social engagement 

Why Join Us?

We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where growth, innovative thinking and continuous improvement are core to how we operate. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to grow professionally through diverse and challenging assignments, supported by experienced colleagues and a culture that values learning and development. 

Joining NOV means becoming part of a purpose-driven organization that is committed to operational excellence, sustainability, and long-term career progression. 

With us in NOV Subsea Production Systems you’ll have an important role in delivering reliable and efficient subsea solutions, meeting today’s energy demands and shaping a more sustainable future.  

Join us in going beyond to shape the future of energy. Because energy matters. 

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