Data Performance Engineer

At NOV, we’re transforming drilling operations by combining engineering expertise, automation, and data analytics. As a Data Performance Engineer, you will help customers maximize the performance of advanced drilling automation systems through meaningful data insights and operational recommendations.

Primary Location: Stavanger, Norway
Additional Location: Kristiansand, Norway
Occasional travel within Norway and internationally may be required.

What We Offer

• A meaningful role where your analysis directly influences customer performance
• The opportunity to work with industry-leading drilling automation technologies
• A collaborative international team with colleagues across Norway, the UK, Brazil, and the US
• Individual onboarding and training tailored to your experience and development needs
• Clear opportunities for professional growth, including progression into technical leadership or management roles
• Exposure to global customers and occasional international travel
• A workplace that values collaboration, innovation, continuous improvement, and integrity

What You’ll Be Doing

• Analyze drilling and automation data to identify performance trends and optimization opportunities
• Review and validate data from customer drilling automation systems to ensure accuracy and reliability
• Develop clear, insightful performance reports and dashboards using modern data visualization tools
• Work closely with customers to establish KPIs and support operational planning sessions
• Translate complex data into practical recommendations that improve drilling efficiency and equipment performance
• Investigate data anomalies and continuously improve analytical methods
• Support troubleshooting activities by providing data-driven insights to internal teams
• Identify opportunities to improve Performance Center processes, technologies, and customer experience
• Collaborate with engineering, service, and customer teams to drive continuous improvement

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a related field
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Powerpoint, Excel, Visio)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate complex datasets
• Experience creating reports and presenting insights clearly to stakeholders
• Some knowledge of drilling fundamentals and drilling equipment
• Willingness to travel occasionally when required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Norwegian language skills
• Proficiency with Business Intelligence tools (Power BI, Tableau, Grafana, etc.)
• Knowledge of SQL or other programming languages used for data analysisThorough knowledge of Drilling Fundamentals and Equipment
• Experience with Drilling Controls (Amphion, Cyberbase)
• Proficiency in Automation Systems (NOVOS, MMC, etc.)

Who You Are

• Enjoys solving problems through data and analytical thinking
• Takes initiative and works independently while collaborating effectively with others
• Can prioritize multiple activities in a dynamic environment
• Communicates confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Builds trust through professionalism, integrity, and a customer-focused mindset
• Is motivated by continuous improvement and learning

We are committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunities. We therefore encourage all qualified candidates to apply – regardless of gender, age, cultural background, disability, or belief.