Principal Drill String Advisor

As a Principal Drill String Advisor, you will play a key role in NOV Downhole Broadband Solutions' global Wired Drill Pipe strategy, supporting the safe, reliable and efficient deployment of WDP assets.

This is a highly customer-facing technical advisory position, combining extensive drill string knowledge with a practical understanding of drilling operations and customer requirements. You will work directly with drilling operators and contractors to evaluate equipment performance, investigate failures and provide objective technical recommendations that improve operational reliability and asset utilization.

An important part of the role involves navigating technically complex and sometimes sensitive customer discussions, particularly when recommendations require changes to established procedures or ways of working. Your ability to understand operational challenges from the customer's perspective, communicate findings clearly and build confidence in technical recommendations will be essential.

Initially, your focus will be on supporting key customers, including Aker BP and Equinor, while contributing to the longer-term strategy for managing and optimizing NOV's global Wired Drill Pipe fleet. Based in Stavanger, the role involves primarily domestic travel, with occasional international travel to locations such as the US and Middle East.

Required

- Extensive experience in drill pipe operations, drilling, fleet management or asset integrity.
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering or a related discipline.
- Strong knowledge of drill string mechanics, pipe performance, inspection standards and failure mechanisms.
- Ability to investigate equipment failures and provide practical, objective technical recommendations.
- Excellent customer-facing communication skills, including the ability to influence operational decisions and changes to procedures.
- Professional English proficiency and willingness to travel.

Preferred

- Experience with drilling operators, contractors, drill pipe owners or inspection companies.
- Knowledge of Wired Drill Pipe technology and drill pipe manufacturers' products.
- Experience in subsea drilling operations, regardless of geographical region.

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