Open to learn and develop in the climate controlled systems space?

Thermodynamics/HVAC engineer

We are now seeking a self-driven and analytical Thermodynamics/HVAC engineer to join our Climate Controlled Systems team.

In 2024, AutoStore launched the world’s first combined frozen & chilled robotic warehouse system, enabling dual temperature storage of goods inside our unique robotic cube system. This is especially attractive in online grocery companies, which is a growing business globally. As a part of our continues investment in this area we are strengthening the team.  

What makes this position special? You will be part of a small and unique team to continue developing technology for a new business vertical for AutoStore.

We are looking for candidates that are enthusiastic and passionate for our unique cutting edge technology and open to learn and develop in the climate controlled systems space.  

We are Lean, Bold and Transparent  – Join our team of creative and innovative individuals as part of a collaborative team, who go above and beyond expectations.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, test and document new technologies for a refrigerated/frozen AutoStore system

• Design, set up and maintain our innovative testing space at Husøy Innovation Hub.

• Contributing to developing AutoStore Innovation Hub. 

• Structure and follow up reports of findings and results

• Follow-up on sub-contractors

• Collaborate with other teams in AutoStore on technical improvements

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum bachelor, preferably master within one or more of the following:

  • HVAC

  • Thermodynamics

  • Refrigeration

  • Process engineering

• Relevant experience is an advantage

• Experience from automation is a plus 

• Good verbal and written communication skills in English

• Recent graduates with a master’s degree are encouraged to apply

• Able to work independently and show great initiative as well as a team player

• Analytical with a systematic approach

• Creative and solutions oriented

• Eagerness to learn and be updated on the latest technology

• Patient and persistent

We offer:

• A Collaborative & Inclusive Culture where we celebrate and value everyone’s contributions, encouraging diverse perspectives in decision-making.

• Work-Life Balance & Well-being: We offer 1 hour per week of paid exercise, health insurance, and a generous pension plan, prioritizing your mental and physical well-being.

• A Creative and Safe Workplace by joining a company experiencing rapid growth, with the stability of being Norway’s first unicorn listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange.

• International and Supportive Environment within a Norwegian multinational that values collaboration and innovation with a structured onboarding plan and career opportunities within the company

This role is based at our Innovation Hub in Husøy, Haugesund.

Application deadline: 5 September 2025. Please note that we review applications continuously —if this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply as early as possible! All inquiries are treated confidentially

AutoStore does not accept agency resumes or assistance for this role. Please do not forward resumes to our job's alias or AutoStore employees. AutoStore is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. This policy should be respected.

AutoStore, founded 1996, is a warehouse robot technology company that invented and continues to pioneer cube storage automation, the densest order-fulfillment solution in existence. Our focus is to marry software and hardware with human abilities to create the future of warehousing. We are a value driven organization, with our people being our most important asset. Lean, Bold, and Transparent manifest itself in everything we do, and are pushing borders to increase efficiency, safety and develop new products for our customers. AutoStore was born out of the great idea for storing goods like Rubik's Cube, instead of Dominos. We are now looking  for talent that share our values and curiousity for new technology and development