SAS system responsible - Valhall

As Aker Solutions’ global recruitment partner, NES Advantage are now looking for a: Instrument SAS System Responsible (Valhall PWP project) with experience of offshore projects.

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products, and services to the global energy industry. 
Aker Solutions’ New Build segment delivers oil & gas and renewables offshore developments and fabrication products, mainly focused on the Norwegian Continental Shelf and selective international markets. The segment is responsible for large EPCI projects, both within oil and gas and renewables, including business development and project execution, typically large topsides including fixed or floating substructures, onshore facilities, FPSOs offshore wind HVDC topside and jackets, offshore aquaculture floaters and decommissioning and recycling.
We have highly skilled, social, and creative people working in our Instrument & CSNE department. Wellbeing, communication, and hard work are important to us, and we work together as a team to deliver to our customers.

What will you be doing?

• Responsible for the automation system design, including SAS, SIL, F&G, and emergency systems

• Developing control philosophies, functional specifications, and system/network architectures for automation systems

• Preparation of I/O schedules, control narratives, and Cause & effect diagrams

• Functional safety-related activities such as HAZOP / LOPA reviews, design of Safety Instrumented functions, and SIL verification

• Alarm management activities such as developing alarm schedules and participation in alarm rationalization workshops

• Familiarity with networking protocols and interfacing of 3rd party systems with main automation systems

• Ensure discipline integration and coordination with other project disciplines

• Follow up deliverables from vendors

• Provide technical support to construction and commissioning

• Input and use of technical registers (COMOS, MIPS, Client systems, etc.)

• Ensure that expectations towards HMS and quality are fulfilled

• Take actions towards our project execution model to meet project requirements

• Build network towards the client, vendors, and internally in the group

Qualifications we think you should have:

• Bachelor's or master’s in relevant field

• Good knowledge of instrument systems, SAS systems, and multidisciplinary knowledge to EIT

• Experience working in the offshore oil and gas industry

• Knowledge of NORSOK standards is an advantage

• Software Skills: Microsoft office tools

• Fluent English, written and spoken

Work location: Fornebu (Oslo), Norway 
Contract duration: Until Dec. 2026 with options for extensions.

More reasons to work for Aker Solutions through NES Advantage:

• The opportunity to grow your network and develop professionally by integrating yourself into highly competent teams within a world-renowned organisation in the energy sector

• Dedicated support from our experienced recruitment and back-office support professionals throughout your assignment

• Exclusive access to all of Aker Solutions’ project positions in Norway, with opportunities for permanent positions as they become available

• Working in Aker Solutions' outstanding office facilities which include fully-equipped onsite canteens and gyms at all locations, designed to foster a productive and engaging work atmosphere

For more information about the position, please contact:
Emily Zhang | Team Lead | NES Advantage Solutions AS | emily.zhang@nesadvantage.com
If you find this opportunity appealing, please submit your application via our website as we will not process applications received via email. Applications will be evaluated on an ongoing basis.
NES Advantage Solutions is Aker Solutions’ global recruitment services provider responsible for permanent and temporary staffing services. As a project employee, you will be employed by NES Advantage Solutions AS, working for Aker Solutions.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.