NOV Inc.

Engineering Manager - Projects

NOV Inc. Arendal, Norway

Oil and Gas · 10,001+ employees

16 h ago
engineering-manager Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time Norway
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About the role

The Engineering Manager will lead multidisciplinary teams to execute project engineering scopes while ensuring all deliverables meet quality and regulatory standards. They are responsible for monitoring progress, managing risks, and facilitating communication across engineering, procurement, and construction stakeholders.

What they look for

Engineering project leadership Multidisciplinary team management Project management Technical documentation review Risk mitigation Stakeholder management Primavera Engineering software HSE best practices Quality management systems Technical drawing interpretation Regulatory compliance Mentorship Continuous improvement

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an engineering field and possess at least 5 years of experience in project leadership within the oil and gas or offshore industry. Proficiency in engineering standards, project management tools like Primavera, and the ability to work in Norway are required.

Benefits

Competitive salary Career development opportunities Collaborative environment

Full description

APL Norway AS is seeking experienced Engineering Manager(s) to drive the technical execution of our projects. The Engineering Manager will own engineering scope, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and guarantee that all engineering deliverables meet the highest standards of quality and are completed on schedule.

Responsibilities

  • Define and manage the engineering scope and schedule for assigned projects.
  • Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, providing technical guidance and mentorship.
  • Ensure all engineering deliverables meet APL's quality standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinate closely with the Project Management Team to align engineering activities with overall project milestones.
  • Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to keep engineering work on track.
  • Facilitate communication between engineering, procurement, construction, and operations stakeholders.
  • Review and approve technical documentation, drawings, and specifications.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and best practices across engineering processes.
  • Represent the engineering function in client and partner meetings as needed.
  • Report engineering performance metrics to senior management.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master's degree in relevant Engineering field.
  • 5+ years of experience in engineering project leadership within the oil & gas or offshore industry.
  • Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
  • Strong knowledge of engineering standards, codes, and quality management systems.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
  • Experience with project management tools (e.g., Primavera) and engineering software.
  • Fluent in English; Norwegian language skills are an advantage.
  • Safety‑focused mindset with a commitment to HSE best practices.
  • Eligibility to work in Norway and willingness to travel to project sites.

What we offer

  • Opportunity to lead the engineering delivery of technically complex offshore projects.
  • Long-term project ownership with exposure to international clients and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • A collaborative environment where knowledge sharing and technical excellence are highly valued.
  • Career development opportunities, including progression to larger projects and future Project Management roles.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package within a global company.

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