E.H. Technical Applications Manager - Midstream

National Oilwell Varco; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

National Oilwell Varco seeks an E.H. Technical Applications Manager - Midstream to serve as the main technical interface with customers during quotation, contract review, and order entry.

You will ensure technical compliance with NOV engineering standards while coordinating with EPCs, Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain. You will review specifications, clarify expectations, and develop commercially viable, technically complete solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience supporting engineered-to-order products within the oil and gas industry.
• Extensive knowledge of Midstream product applications, customer specifications, manufacturing processes, and field operations.
• Experience working directly with customers, EPC contractors, Sales, and Engineering to resolve technical issues and develop practical solutions.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, contracts, and customer requirements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical interface between customers and NOV throughout quotation, contract review, and order entry.
• Review customer specifications, contractual documentation, and technical requirements to identify risks, clarify expectations, and ensure technical compliance.
• Collaborate with customers, EPC contractors, Sales, and Engineering to resolve technical queries and develop practical, commercially viable solutions.
• Negotiate technically acceptable alternatives that align customer requirements with NOV engineering standards, manufacturing capabilities, and project schedules.
• Deliver technically complete and commercially aligned 'clean orders' that enable efficient engineering execution with minimal clarification after order entry.
• Coordinate cross-functional technical reviews involving Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Sales.
• Support Sales during customer meetings, technical bid clarifications, and pre-award discussions as the regional technical authority.
• Develop and maintain regional application guidelines, standard technical responses, and customer-specific documentation to improve consistency, quality, and execution efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and product training to Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams while supporting strategic customers during project execution, FATs, and other business development activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, company engineering practices, QMS requirements, and HSE policies.
• Travel across the Eastern Hemisphere to support customers, regional offices, and manufacturing facilities as required.

Skills

Client interaction

Negotiation

Technical liaison

Documentation review

Cross-functional teamwork

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Vendor coordination

Education

Associate's degree or technical diploma in a related engineering field

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the role

As the E.H. Technical Applications Manager - Midstream, you will serve as the primary technical interface between customers and NOV throughout the quotation, contract review, and order entry process. Your focus will be on ensuring customer requirements are fully understood, technically compliant, and aligned with NOV's engineering standards, manufacturing capabilities, and commercial objectives before projects enter execution.Working closely with customers, EPC contractors, Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain, you will help reduce project risk, improve execution efficiency, and strengthen customer relationships by delivering technically complete and commercially aligned solutions.

Why join NOV?

At NOV, you'll work alongside experienced engineering and commercial professionals on technically complex international projects. You'll have the opportunity to influence customer solutions, collaborate across global teams, and contribute to continuous
improvement while supporting some of the world's leading energy operators and EPC contractors.

Diversity & Inclusion

At NOV, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity in all its forms and believe that different perspectives drive innovation and success. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Associate's degree, technical diploma, or equivalent technical education in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent industry experience will be considered. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.Minimum 10 years of progressive experience supporting engineered-to-order products within the oil and gas industry.Demonstrated experience with pressure-containing equipment,
pipeline products, or quick opening closures throughout the quotation, manufacturing, testing, installation, or service lifecycle.Extensive knowledge of Midstream product applications, customer specifications, manufacturing processes, and field operations.Experience working directly with customers, EPC contractors, Sales, and Engineering to resolve technical issues and develop practical solutions.Strong understanding of manufacturing methods including machining, welding, assembly, hydrostatic testing, and inspection.Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, contracts, and customer requirements.Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills with both internal and external stakeholders.Act as the primary technical interface between customers and NOV throughout the quotation, contract review, and order entry process.Review customer specifications, contractual documentation, and technical requirements to identify risks, clarify
expectations, and ensure technical compliance.Collaborate with customers, EPC contractors, Sales, and Engineering to resolve technical queries and develop practical, commercially viable solutions.Negotiate technically acceptable alternatives that align customer requirements with NOV engineering standards, manufacturing capabilities, and project schedules.Deliver technically complete and commercially aligned "clean orders" that enable efficient engineering execution with minimal clarification after order entry.Coordinate cross-functional technical reviews involving Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Sales to ensure proposed solutions are practical, executable, and profitable.Evaluate technical and commercial risks throughout the quotation and contract review process, recommending effective mitigation strategies.Support Sales during customer meetings, technical bid clarifications, and pre-award discussions as the regional technical authority.Develop and
maintain regional application guidelines, standard technical responses, and customer-specific documentation to improve consistency, quality, and execution efficiency.Provide technical guidance and product training to Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams while supporting strategic customers during project execution, customer visits, factory acceptance tests (FATs), and other business development activities.Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, company engineering practices, Quality Management System requirements, and HSE policies.Travel across the Eastern Hemisphere to support customers, regional offices, and manufacturing facilities as required.Full timePosting Date: 2026-08-27