National Oilwell Varco

Looking to make a bigger impact with your automation and analysis skills?

We are looking for a Drilling Data Performance Engineer to join our Aftermarket group in Norway. This key role involves analyzing and interpreting drilling data to ensure optimal run performance during automated drilling operations, a crucial aspect of our contractual agreements with customers, and an area of increasing importance in our aftermarket organisation. You will support the delivery of customer programs designed to enhance our automation solutions by improving drilling and pipe handling performance.

About us:

Out Automation Lifecycle Management Group deliver customer programs that enhance automation solutions. This group focuses on optimizing drilling and pipe handling performance through advanced technologies. Our team of highly skilled technical experts are working at the forefront of automation innovation, helping bring efficiency and precision to our customers' operations.

We offer:

• An opportunity to work with cutting-edge drilling and automation technology.
• A collaborative environment with access to expert teams across Sales, Engineering, Workshop, and Rentals.
• Career development through continuous learning and innovative projects.
• A global network and a workplace focused on performance and safety.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical guidance and support to Service group field personnel and customers.
• Analyze drilling data to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in operational planning sessions and assist in setting KPI targets.
• Create and present detailed performance reports with actionable insights.
• Maintain accurate records in tracking systems and ensure quality documentation.
• Troubleshoot automated systems and provide optimization recommendations.
• Drive innovation by proposing enhancements based on data insights and customer feedback.
• Support improvements in data infrastructure and visualization capabilities.

Qualifications & Skills:

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Strong understanding of drilling operations and related equipment.
• Experience with drilling control systems (e.g., Amphion, Cyberbase).
• Familiarity with automation systems (e.g., NOVOS, MMC).

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience as a Driller, Assistant Driller, Drilling Engineer or MWD Engineer.
• Experience with business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Grafana.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with SQL or basic programming.
• Demonstrated ability to convert raw data into performance dashboards and KPIs.

Is this you?

You have excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets To succeed in this role, you should bring strong communication skills that enable effective collaboration across departments and with external clients. Attention to detail is essential, as is a commitment to continuous improvement. A proactive, problem-solving mindset will help you navigate complex challenges and contribute meaningfully to our performance goals.

Why Join Us?

We offer an inspiring place to work with great opportunities to develop your skills and the opportunity to work with the brightest minds in the oil and gas industry. You will become part of a professional culture where we work together in teams with other dedicated professionals to achieve common goals.

Ready to take the next step?

Apply today! We are reviewing applications on a continuous basis and we look forward to getting to know you. Please submit your CV in English.

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