Automation Supporter (m/f/d)

About the Role

As an Electrical Engineer, you will be an integral part of our manufacturing organization, ensuring the reliability, safety, and continuous improvement of our production equipment. This is a practical engineering role where you'll combine electrical expertise with automation knowledge to support day-to-day operations while contributing to larger machine upgrade and modernization projects.

Working alongside experienced electricians, technicians, and external automation specialists, you'll help maintain and develop the electrical and control systems that support our manufacturing processes. Your work will directly contribute to improved equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and workplace safety.

About NOV Subsea Production Systems

At NOV, we deliver safe, high-quality, technology-driven equipment, services, and support that are critical to the global energy industry. Our mission is simple: we power the industry that powers the world.

Within Subsea Production Systems (SPS), we design and manufacture reliable subsea technologies that support offshore energy production worldwide. Building on decades of experience in the offshore oil and gas industry, we are also helping shape the future of energy through technologies supporting water treatment, ammonia storage, CO₂ injection, and offshore wind—contributing to a more sustainable energy future.

SPS is headquartered in Brøndby, Denmark, with manufacturing facilities in Kalundborg (Denmark), Porto do Açu (Brazil), and Glenrothes (United Kingdom), as well as offices in Stavanger and Oslo (Norway), Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), and Houston, USA. Together, approximately 1,500 colleagues are part of NOV's global workforce of around 34,000 employees.

What We Offer

At NOV, you'll join a technically strong manufacturing environment where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are part of everyday work.

We offer:

• An exciting and varied engineering role close to production

• Opportunities for professional and personal development

• Close collaboration with experienced electricians, engineers, and external specialists

• Hands-on work with modern Siemens automation and drive systems

• A collaborative and supportive team environment with a strong safety culture

• Competitive salary and employment terms based on your qualifications

• A permanent position with flexible working hours

At NOV, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact while building a long-term career in a global technology company.

• Support electricians in troubleshooting and resolving electrical and automation issues on production machinery and equipment

• Perform fault finding, diagnostics, and root cause analysis to improve machine reliability

• Develop and modify PLC and HMI programs for production equipment

• Identify suitable replacement components for obsolete electrical and automation equipment

• Participate in machine modification, upgrade, and retrofit projects in collaboration with external automation partners

• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation performance, reliability, and machine safety

• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, electrical drawings, and engineering records

• Ensure electrical systems comply with applicable safety standards and internal engineering practices

• Collaborate with production, maintenance, engineering, and external suppliers to deliver effective technical solutions

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electrical Technology, or another relevant technical discipline

• Experience working with industrial electrical systems and machine automation

• Practical experience supporting production equipment or industrial machinery

• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Fluency in English, Danish is preffered

Technical Skills

• Siemens Step 7 Manager

• Siemens TIA Portal

• WinCC and WinCC Flexible

• Siemens AC and DC drive systems

• Strong understanding of PLC-controlled machinery and industrial automation

• Solid knowledge of electrical systems and automation components

• Knowledge of applicable electrical standards, including DS/EN 60204-1 and DS/HD 60364

Personal Skills

• Practical, hands-on approach to problem solving

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills

• Structured and quality-focused working style

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Practical background as an electrician

• Experience with EPLAN

• Experience using the PM5 maintenance management system

• Experience participating in machine upgrades or automation modernization projects

• Experience working with machine safety improvements

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.