Technical Manager

About the Role We are now looking for an experienced Technical Manager to strengthen our engineering team in Oslo, Norway and take a leading role in delivering complex subsea projects . In this position, you will hold overall technical authority for assigned projects, ensuring that all engineering deliverables are integrated into a cohesive and fully functional subsea system. You will play a key role in managing technical interfaces across disciplines, with particular focus on system integration and control systems. As the primary technical point of contact for clients , you will lead technical alignment both internally and externally. This is a high-impact role suited for a senior engineer with strong leadership capabilities, broad subsea knowledge, and a solid understanding of control system integration. About the Company NOV Subsea Production Systems (NOV SPS) is a leading engineering and manufacturing company specializing in flexible pipe systems and innovative subsea solutions for the offshore oil & gas industry and emerging energy sectors. Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, we operate globally with teams in Denmark, Brazil, Norway, Scotland, and the United States. We are committed to delivering high-quality solutions through strong engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing, and a culture where safety comes first, ensuring everyone goes home safely every day. What We Offer

• A key technical leadership role in complex and high-impact subsea projects
• The opportunity to work on technically challenging and innovative solutions
• A global, multidisciplinary environment that supports your professional development and offers long-term career growth across NOV’s global network
• A collaborative, inclusive and knowledge-driven engineering culture
• A workplace that prioritizes work-life balance, trust, and a sense of belonging

Key Responsibilities

• Hold overall technical authority for the project, ensuring full system integration across all deliverables
• Manage technical interfaces between key components (e.g., Pipeline end manifolds with subcomponents and tie-in systems) and ensure alignment with control systems
• Define and oversee system control philosophy and integration logic
• Own and manage the Master Document Register (MDR), ensuring effective planning and timely delivery of engineering documentation
• Act as the main technical interface with clients, leading technical discussions, clarifications, and approvals
• Ensure Technical Leads effectively coordinate design and analysis within their scope, while maintaining alignment with overall system requirements
• Identify and manage technical risks across disciplines and support change and deviation handling
• Ensure effective integration of key technologies in collaboration with Technical Advisors
• Drive technical consistency, quality, and continuous improvement across the project

Qualifications & Skills Essential Qualifications:

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Subsea, Control Systems, or related discipline)
• 10–15 years of relevant experience, including leadership roles in large EPC subsea projects
• Strong understanding of subsea systems, with solid experience in control systems and system integration
• Proven experience in managing multidisciplinary engineering teams and complex technical scopes
• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver large volumes of engineering documentation (MDR) on schedule
• Fluent in English

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience handling technical interfaces across major deliverables and disciplines
• Norwegian language skills are considered an advantage

Soft Skills

• Confident in leading technical discussions with demanding clients and aligning stakeholders
• Structured, analytical, and able to manage complexity and competing priorities
• Strong communication and collaboration skills