Electrical Sales Engineer

National Oilwell Varco, Inc.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in oil and gas solutions is seeking an Electrical Sales Engineer to join their team in Forfar, UK. This role focuses on developing strong customer relationships and delivering tailored technical solutions for drilling rigs. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering, sales experience, and strong communication skills. The position offers a dynamic team environment with opportunities for professional growth and a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus 4 bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Plan

Life Assurance

Gym membership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent education and experience.
• Sales engineer experience desirable.
• Strong communication skills in English essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office essential.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and procurement processes desirable.
• Experience in the Oil and Gas industry desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers.
• Negotiate business opportunities and contracts.
• Manage the complete sales process from enquiry to project execution handover.
• Work closely with technical disciplines for proposed solutions.
• Comply with all company and HSE policies and procedures.
• Perform additional work-related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Sales engineer experience

Strong communication skills in English

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Working knowledge of ERP systems

Experience in the Oil and Gas industry

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

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We are looking for an Electrical Sales Engineer to join our Field Engineering team within NOV Rig Technologies, Aftermarket. This role is pivotal in promoting and delivering technical upgrade solutions for drill ships and drilling rigs. Based in our Forfar, UK office, you will manage incoming upgrade requests, proactively identify customer needs, and develop tailored solutions in collaboration with our technical experts. You will play a key role in the complete sales process, from initial enquiry through to project handover.

Do you have a passion for Sales, a love for technical features, and a knack for collaborating across disciplines? If so, this position might be the right one for you! Field Engineering is part of NOV Rig Technologies, Aftermarket, and our primary task is to deliver upgrades to drill ships and drilling rigs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.
• Negotiate business opportunities and contracts.
• Manage the complete sales process from enquiry to project execution handover.
• Work closely with technical disciplines to ensure proposed solutions align with customer requirements.
• Comply with all NOV company and HSE policies and procedures.
• Perform additional work‑related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent education and experience (essential).
• Sales engineer experience (desirable).
• Strong communication skills in English (essential).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (essential).
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and procurement processes (desirable).
• Experience in the Oil and Gas industry (desirable).

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to manage and engage stakeholders professionally across project phases.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Proactive and customer‑focused approach.

What We Offer

• Dynamic and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a global organization.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge technologies in the energy sector.
• Competitive compensation package.

About The Company

NOV is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and sale of equipment and components used in oil and gas drilling and production operations. Our Field Engineering division focuses on aftermarket support, delivering innovative upgrade solutions to ensure our clients maintain peak performance and safety standards across their rigs and drill ships.

Benefits

• 30 days holiday plus 4 bank holidays.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Pension Plan.
• Income Protection.
• Life Assurance.
• Personal Accident.
• Dental Insurance.
• Healthcare Cash Plan.
• Partner Life Assurance.
• Critical Illness.
• Retail vouchers.
• Gym membership.
• Cycle to work.
• Travel insurance.