Manufacturing Process Engineer - Mechanical (m/f/d)

Manufacturing Process Engineer - Mechanical (m/f/d)


About the Role
As a Manufacturing Process Engineer – Mechanical, you will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and standardizing manufacturing processes and industrial equipment to support operational excellence across NOV's manufacturing operations.

Working closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams, you will identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, increase equipment reliability, enhance product quality, and reduce manufacturing costs through technical solutions and process improvements.

The role focuses on manufacturing process development, equipment engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead technical projects involving machinery, tooling, automation, and process optimization, ensuring robust, efficient, and standardized manufacturing solutions across the organization.

As a technical specialist, you will collaborate with local and global stakeholders to solve manufacturing challenges, implement best practices, support the industrialization of new products, and introduce new manufacturing technologies.

About the Company
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.

Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:

• Improve, optimize, and standardize manufacturing processes across global production sites.

• Analyze complex manufacturing challenges and develop robust engineering solutions to improve process performance and equipment reliability.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.

• Lead and support projects involving manufacturing equipment, tooling, automation, and process development.

• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Planning, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to drive manufacturing excellence.

• Analyze manufacturing and process data to identify improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions.

• Develop, maintain, and standardize manufacturing procedures, technical documentation, and engineering specifications.

• Provide technical guidance and share best practices with engineers and manufacturing teams across global sites.

• Ensure compliance with Quality, HSE, and engineering standards throughout manufacturing projects and process improvements.

• Support the implementation of new manufacturing technologies and the industrialization of new products across NOV manufacturing facilities.

Essential Qualifications & Skills
We're looking for someone who has:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (required).

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Process Engineering, industrial machinery, or equipment development within a manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar).

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, mechanical systems, and industrial equipment.

• Experience with manufacturing process optimization, machine design, and equipment improvements.

• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective engineering solutions.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a multidisciplinary and international environment.

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Danish is an advantage.

What We Offer
At NOV, you will become part of a supportive and collaborative international finance environment where learning and development are encouraged from day one.

We offer:

• Exposure to global finance operations and international collaboration

• Hands-on experience within FP&A, controlling, reporting, and business partnering

• Opportunities to work on business-critical projects and improvement initiatives

• A supportive and trust-based team culture with strong collaboration

• Professional development and internal career opportunities across the organization

• A dynamic role with exposure to both finance and operational stakeholders

• Onboarding support, training programs, and continuous learning opportunities

• Flexible and modern working environment

Why Join NOV
At NOV, you’ll have the opportunity to influence technology strategy on a global scale while working with experienced professionals across business and IT. We offer an environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are encouraged, giving you the opportunity to shape enterprise architecture that delivers long-term business value.

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.

Location
Kalundborg, Sjalland, Denmark