Electrical Design Engineer

About the Role

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work on real engineering projects from concept through manufacture and testing. • Exposure to the complete product development lifecycle with tangible, customer-focused products. • A collaborative environment where electrical, mechanical, software and manufacturing teams work together to solve complex engineering challenges. • Structured onboarding, technical mentoring and ongoing learning opportunities to support your professional development. • Exposure to industry-leading engineering tools and modern product development practices. • The opportunity to contribute ideas that improve product quality, reliability and engineering efficiency. • A supportive team culture that values collaboration, continuous improvement and technical curiosity.
• 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control systems and electromechanical solutions for wireline intervention equipment. • Produce electrical schematics using E-PLAN, engineering documentation and design packages. • Perform electrical calculations and select appropriate components for control and power distribution/generation systems. • Design ATEX & IECEx control panel. • Develop electrical assemblies and panel layouts while collaborating closely with mechanical engineers using 3D CAD tools. • Support projects throughout the complete product lifecycle, including concept design, detailed engineering, manufacturing, testing, validation and product support. • Work closely with manufacturing and workshop teams to ensure designs are practical, manufacturable and fit for purpose. • Participate in prototype development, troubleshooting, design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives. • Prepare engineering documentation, technical reports and engineering change documentation in accordance with company standards. • Support product compliance activities, including CE/UKCA requirements and hazardous-area applications where applicable. • Contribute to improving product safety, reliability, serviceability, manufacturability and overall engineering quality.

Essential Qualifications

• Education • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Control Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience • Professional experience designing electrical or electromechanical systems. • Experience producing electrical schematics using EPLAN or another professional ECAD package. • Experience working with electrical control systems, industrial equipment, machinery or automation systems. • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and engineering documentation. • Ability to apply suitable IEC and BS standards into design work. • Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary engineering teams. • Willingness to spend time in a manufacturing or workshop environment to understand how designs translate into finished products.

Technical Skills

• Strong electrical engineering fundamentals. • Knowledge of electrical components, wiring, instrumentation and control systems. • Structured approach to engineering problem solving and troubleshooting. • Good understanding of engineering documentation and engineering change processes. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Personal Attributes • Strong communication and collaboration skills. • Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail. • Proactive approach to continuous improvement. • Curiosity, adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies. • Ability to manage multiple priorities across concurrent engineering projects. • Hands-on attitude with a genuine interest in seeing designs become real products.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge in one or more of the following would be advantageous: • EPLAN. • Autodesk Inventor or other 3D CAD software. • Electrical control panel design and machine control systems. • PLC-based control systems, HMI systems or industrial automation. • Hazardous-area equipment, including ATEX, IECEx, NORSOK. • CE/UKCA conformity and machinery directives. • PLM/PDM systems and engineering change management. • Prototype development, product testing, validation or commissioning. • Manufacturing or workshop-based engineering environments. • Experience gained within automotive, industrial automation, machinery, aerospace, marine, rail, renewable energy, oil & gas or other complex engineered products.