Senior Solids Control Engineer at National Oilwell Varco

Luanda, Luanda Province, Angola -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Solids Control, Maintenance, Centrifuges, Cuttings Dryers, Shale Shakers, Degassers, Rig Surveys, Equipment Installation, Mud Reports, Performance Monitoring, HSE Compliance, Risk Assessments, Operational Reports, Mentoring, QA/QC, Inventory Management

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

Are you an experienced Solids Control Engineer ready to take on challenging offshore projects with a global leader in oilfield services? At NOV, we are seeking a Senior Solids Control Engineer to join our dynamic offshore team and provide technical expertise, hands-on maintenance, and operational excellence across solids control equipment. What You’ll Do Work offshore as part of a team, delivering servicing, maintenance, and operational support for NOV Solids Control and iNOVaTHERM equipment. Troubleshoot and maintain equipment including centrifuges, cuttings dryers, shale shakers, agitators, VAC units, gumbo boxes, degassers, and clean-up systems. Conduct rig surveys, supervise equipment installation, and provide expert client advice based on mud reports and performance monitoring. Ensure safety and environmental compliance, actively participating in risk assessments, safety programs, and client HSE initiatives. Prepare operational reports, including weekly updates, end-of-well reports, and equipment performance records. Mentor and support less-experienced engineers within the team. Safety & Quality Focus Actively uphold NOV’s strong HSE culture at all times. Maintain equipment to QA/QC standards, ensuring repairs, servicing, and documentation meet company and client requirements. Monitor spare parts, plan preventive maintenance, and manage offshore inventory. What We’re Looking For Minimum 8–10 years of experience in solids control, drilling fluids, or waste management operations. Strong technical knowledge of solids control equipment, drilling fluids systems, and waste management processes. Proven leadership experience supervising field teams in offshore or onshore drilling environments. Strong understanding of HSE standards, ISO requirements, and industry best practices. Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.( Mechanical and Electrician backgroung is a must) Ability to work in demanding operational environments with extended field rotations when required. Why Join NOV? At NOV, you’ll be part of a global energy technology leader that values innovation, safety, and growth. We provide opportunities for continuous learning, international exposure, and the chance to work with cutting-edge solids control solutions that make a real impact in the industry. Apply now to be part of NOV’s offshore engineering team and take your career to the next level. 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 customers’ needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget. Corporate Our family of companies is supported by our global Corporate teams, providing expert knowledge from functions including Human Resources, Information Technology, Compliance, Finance, QHSE, Marketing and Legal centers of expertise. We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations.

Responsibilities

The role involves working offshore to deliver servicing, maintenance, and operational support for NOV Solids Control and iNOVaTHERM equipment, including troubleshooting complex machinery like centrifuges and shale shakers. Responsibilities also include conducting rig surveys, supervising installations, providing expert client advice, ensuring safety compliance, and preparing detailed operational reports.