Electrical Design Technician

Job Description
 
About the Role

As an Electrical Design Technician, you will support the design and development of specialist electrical and electronic systems used in energy industry equipment. This role combines structured design work with practical problem-solving, offering the opportunity to see your designs come to life in real-world applications. You will collaborate with engineering teams, internal stakeholders, and external partners to ensure technical excellence, compliance, and delivery to customer expectations.

About the Company

NOV is a leading provider of technology, equipment, and services to the global energy industry. With a long-standing history of innovation, NOV supports customers in improving efficiency, safety, and environmental performance across operations worldwide.

What We Offer
Structured onboarding with dedicated buddy support   
Hands-on role with visible, real-world impact of your work   
Stable, collaborative team environment with experienced engineers   
Opportunities to deepen technical expertise within a specialized field   
Exposure to international standards and engineering practices   
Ongoing learning through practical experience and project involvement  

Key Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities:

Support the end-to-end electrical design process, including schematics, system architecture, and documentation   
Produce and maintain detailed electrical drawings using design tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical)   
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards (e.g., ATEX, EMC, LVD)   
Assist in product verification, testing, and validation activities   
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Sales, Service) to support system delivery   
Review technical documentation, specifications, and contracts to ensure alignment with requirements   
Contribute to continuous improvement by incorporating production and field feedback  Additional Responsibilities:
Support development of technical documentation (manuals, procedures, bulletins)   
Participate in engineering and project meetings   
Assist in troubleshooting and technical problem-solving   
Contribute to training and knowledge sharing within the team  

Qualifications & Skills

Essential

Qualifications:

Background in electrical or electronic engineering (degree or equivalent hands-on experience)   
Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles and system design   
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation   
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools   
Strong attention to detail and structured approach to tasks  Desired

Qualifications:

Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or similar design tools   
Familiarity with PLCs (selection/configuration)   
Exposure to hazardous area equipment or relevant standards (e.g., ATEX, Comp Ex)   
Previous experience in a technical or design-focused role

Experience with in energy, oil & gas, or industrial equipment sectors  Soft Skills
Practical, hands-on mindset with curiosity about how systems work   
Reliable and consistent approach to work   
Strong organizational and time management skills   
Ability to balance routine tasks with problem-solving activities   
Collaborative team player with clear communication skills  Why Join Us?

Join our global team and contribute to engineering solutions that power critical industries. At NOV, you'll work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment where your technical skills are valued and developed. This is a role for someone who enjoys practical engineering, stability, and seeing tangible results from their work.

At NOV, we are committed to supporting your personal, financial, and professional wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:  

Health & Wellbeing
Private Medical Insurance    
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)   Finance & Protection
Pension Plan    
Income Protection    
Life Assurance    
Personal Accident Coverage   Flexible Benefits  (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family)
Dental Insurance    
Healthcare Cash Plan    
Partner Life Assurance    
Critical Illness Cover  
Retail Vouchers  
Gym Membership  
Cycle to Work Scheme   
Travel Insurance  About Us
Every day, the oil and gas industry's best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success. We Power the Industry that Powers the World Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success-now and in the future.

Global Family We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work. Purposeful Innovation Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better. Service Above All This drives us to anticipate our…