Test Engineer NEW

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Test Engineer to join our Testing team within the Product Engineering & Methodology (PEM) department in Kalundborg. This role is pivotal in ensuring the long-term integrity and reliability of our flexible pipe systems used in offshore oil and gas environments. You will be responsible for executing in-depth technical tasks, coordinating test execution, and producing high-quality documentation. As part of a cross-functional team, you will contribute directly to NOV’s commitment to safety, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

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 dynamic and innovative workplace where your ideas matter
• Opportunities to develop expertise through cutting-edge projects and testing environments
• Collaboration with experienced engineers across disciplines and global locations
• Professional growth in a role that influences product development, safety, and compliance
• Access to unique, world-class test facilities in Denmark

Key Responsibilities

• Lead risk assessments and implement safety measures for all testing activities
• Ensure test quality through compliance with international standards, customer requirements, and NOV procedures
• Define and follow Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and testing protocols
• Calibrate and maintain test instrumentation and equipment
• Execute test plans including preparation, monitoring, data analysis, and reporting
• Coordinate test activities with internal and external stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement by developing and enhancing test methodologies

Qualifications & Skills

Essential Qualifications:

• Degree in mechanical, marine, or general engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Strong background in instrumentation, calibration, and data evaluation
• Working knowledge of high-pressure fluid/gas systems
• Solid foundation in strength theory and structural mechanics
• Experience with engineering documentation and technical reporting
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
• Strong coordination and problem-solving skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in subsea or offshore testing environments
• Familiarity with flexible pipe structures or similar mechanical systems
• Knowledge of international testing standards and certifications