Advisor, Electro & Instrumentation

NOV; Stavanger; On-site; NOK 750,000 - 1,050,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV is seeking a technically skilled Technical Advisor – Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) to join our Aftermarket Field Engineering team in Stavanger. In this role, you will provide technical support and field expertise for NOV equipment and systems throughout their operational life.

You will work closely with customers, field engineers, project teams, service personnel, and product specialists to troubleshoot issues, recommend improvements, and ensure safe, reliable, and efficient equipment

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, loop and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with industry standards and safety requirements.
• Good command of English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and support for electrical, instrumentation, automation, and control systems.
• Troubleshoot, fault find, and support commissioning and maintenance of NOV equipment.
• Review technical documentation, drawings, schematics, instrument data, and system specs.
• Assist field engineers and customers with complex technical issues.
• Participate in root-cause analyses and corrective actions.
• Prepare technical recommendations and work scopes.
• Collaborate with engineering, service, manufacturing, procurement, and product teams.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Support safe execution of field activities per NOV requirements.

Skills

Electrical systems

Instrumentation systems

Troubleshooting

Field support

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Instrumentation/Automation background

Job description

Job Description

NOV is seeking a technically skilled and service-oriented Technical Advisor – Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) to join our Aftermarket Field Engineering team in Stavanger. In this role, you will provide technical support and field expertise for NOV equipment and systems throughout their operational life. You will work closely with customers, field engineers, project teams, service personnel, and product specialists to troubleshoot issues, recommend improvements, and ensure safe, reliable, and efficient equipment performance. The position offers a varied working environment combining technical analysis, customer interaction, field support, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and support related to electrical, instrumentation, automation, and control systems.
• Support troubleshooting, fault finding, commissioning, maintenance, upgrades, and modifications of NOV equipment.
• Review technical documentation, drawings, electrical schematics, instrument data, and system specifications.
• Assist field engineers and customers with resolving complex technical issues.
• Participate in root-cause analyses and develop practical corrective actions.
• Prepare technical recommendations, procedures, and work scopes.
• Collaborate with engineering, service, manufacturing, procurement, and product teams.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing, standardization, and continuous improvement.
• Support safe execution of field activities in accordance with NOV and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Technical education in electrical engineering, instrumentation, automation, or related discipline.
• Relevant experience with industrial electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Practical experience with troubleshooting and maintenance of control systems and electrical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

Personal qualities

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is

• Technically curious and solution-oriented.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Clear and professional in communication with customers and colleagues.
• Structured, reliable, and safety-conscious.
• Able to remain calm and focused when resolving time-critical field issues.
• Motivated by continuous learning and practical problem-solving.

What NOV Offers

• A technically challenging role in a global organization.
• The opportunity to work with advanced equipment and systems.
• A dynamic position combining office-based engineering support and field activities.
• Professional development and opportunities to expand your technical expertise.
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• Competitive terms and conditions.