Project Lead for the Smart Factory initiative at National Oilwell Varco

Glostrup, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Coordination, Program Execution, Digital Transformation, MES, Automation, OT Infrastructure, Data Backbone, Digital Quality, Governance, Stakeholder Management, Agile Delivery, Deployment Readiness, Risk Management, Budget Tracking, Vendor Coordination, Change Leadership

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

About the Role As a Project Lead for Smart Factory initiative, you will play a central coordinating role in NOV’s digital transformation across MES, automation, OT infrastructure, data backbone, and digital quality initiatives. This is a program-level leadership position focused on ensuring structured execution, cross-functional alignment, and clear communication—without adding unnecessary bureaucracy. You will enable Smart Factory to deliver on its roadmap by coordinating activities, tracking progress, preparing governance decisions, and supporting deployments across our global manufacturing sites. You will work closely with engineering leads (MES, Automation, Data/OT), Production, Quality, Corporate IT, Procurement, and SPS leadership. Acting as a change leader and trusted advisor, you will bridge project teams and leadership while ensuring strategic alignment and operational progress. About the Company At NOV, we deliver safe, high-quality, technology-driven equipment, services, and support that are essential to the global energy industry. Our mission is simple: we power the industry that powers the world. At NOV’s business unit Subsea Production Systems (SPS), we empower the energy sector with passion, expertise, and forward-thinking solutions. We develop reliable and efficient subsea energy production products that enhance our customers’ energy portfolios. With strong roots in the offshore oil and gas industry, we are also at the forefront of future technologies such as water treatment, ammonia storage, carbon injection, and wind energy—helping to reduce CO₂ emissions and drive the energy transition. SPS is headquartered in Brøndby, Denmark, with production sites in Kalundborg (DK), Porto do Acu (BR), Glenrothes (UK), and offices in Stavanger and Oslo (NO), Rio de Janeiro (BR), and Houston (US). Globally, our team includes around 1,500 dedicated professionals, contributing to NOV’s workforce of approximately 34,000 employees. What We Offer · A strategic leadership role in NOV’s Smart Factory and digital manufacturing transformation · High visibility and impact across global manufacturing sites · Collaboration with cross-functional engineering, production, and IT teams · Opportunity to shape modern digital manufacturing capabilities (MES, OT, Automation, Data) · A global, innovative, and technology-driven work environment Key Responsibilities · Support Smart Factory program execution across MES, OT/Data, Automation, and Digital Quality workstreams, maintaining an integrated roadmap and identifying dependencies, risks, and priorities · Prepare and support governance activities, including Steering Committee materials, status reporting, and decision documentation · Track budget, resources, and vendor activities, supporting forecasting, procurement processes (RFPs, quotes), and contract follow-up · Facilitate cross-functional alignment between Smart Factory, Production, Quality, PTA, HSE, and Corporate IT · Support agile and hybrid delivery models, aligning MVPs, pilots, and sprint activities with overall program objectives · Coordinate deployment readiness activities including UAT, training, documentation, rollout communication, and hypercare planning · Maintain program documentation (dashboards, risk logs, scope definitions, RACIs) ensuring a single source of truth · Ensure compliance with Quality Assurance procedures, HSE policies, and corporate standards Qualifications & Skills Essential Qualifications · Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, IT/OT Systems, or related field · 5+ years of experience in project or program coordination within digital manufacturing, MES/automation, OT/IT integration, or industrial transformation · Strong cross-functional collaboration experience across engineering, production, and IT · Experience working in agile or hybrid delivery environments · Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical topics for diverse stakeholders · Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills Desired Qualifications · Experience with MES, SCADA/PLC systems, historians, or OT infrastructure · Understanding of Industry 4.0 concepts (IoT, MQTT/OPC UA, data backbones, automation) · Experience in multi-site deployment programs · Familiarity with budgeting, procurement processes, and vendor coordination · Experience gathering external best practices and optimizing business processes Soft Skills To succeed in this role, you will be: · Structured and reliable, yet pragmatic—bringing clarity without unnecessary bureaucracy · Comfortable navigating ambiguity and evolving priorities · A strong relationship builder with excellent stakeholder management skills · Proactive with a strong sense of ownership and accountability · Able to balance strategic perspective with hands-on execution support Why Join Us? Join us to be part of a collaborative team, shaping the future of subsea energy products and solutions. We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where growth, innovative thinking and continuous improvement are core to how we operate. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to grow professionally through diverse and challenging assignments, supported by experienced colleagues and a culture that values learning and development. Joining NOV means becoming part of a purpose-driven organization that is committed to operational excellence, sustainability, and long-term career progression. With us at NOV Subsea Production Systems you’ll have an important role in delivering reliable and efficient subsea solutions, meeting today’s energy demands and shaping a more sustainable future. Join us in going beyond to shape the future of energy. Because energy matters.

Responsibilities

The Project Lead will support Smart Factory program execution across MES, OT/Data, Automation, and Digital Quality workstreams by maintaining an integrated roadmap and preparing governance activities. This includes tracking budget, facilitating cross-functional alignment, and coordinating deployment readiness activities across global sites.