Do you want to play a role in solving global energy challenges for future generations?

At Aker Solutions we are committed to helping the energy industry and broader society #PowerTheChange towards a low-carbon future. 

We are changemakers and problem solvers with more than 180 years of experience. Our ambitions are high. By 2030, renewables and low-carbon solutions for oil and gas will make up two-thirds of our business. Do you want to be a part of driving the transition?

We are the world class subsea technology provider, enabling resources, and accelerating the industry towards a low carbon future.Subsea offers solutions, products, and services for Subsea Oil & Gas projects, such as: production systems, processing, boosting & compression, power distribution, intervention & workover systems, and tools & subsea life cycle services.
Our Controls Solutions Centre is the spearhead within the company, developing and doing product life cycle management of products and technologies of to enable growth within low-carbon solutions for oil and gas, and new projects for renewable energy production.

The department is responsible for design and development of embedded hardware, embedded software that is used in subsea control systems, electrical actuators, and electrification of subsea products. The team also work with condition monitoring systems.

We are now looking for a dedicated System Architect for our Product Architecture & Test team.
As a System Architect with us, you will have the opportunity to work in a professional R&D environment and collaborate with experienced and highly qualified colleagues who promote development and knowledge sharing.

Do you want to work with a team of skilled embedded hardware/software engineers that evolves and develops a range of products delivered as part of Aker Solutions Subsea Low Carbon Solutions offering? If this sounds interesting, please apply today!

What will you be doing?

• Interface between product owner and development organization
• Responsible for architecture, requirements, and key design choices, and be updated on new technologies and trends
• Overall responsible in cross-functional teams for the technical solution
• Interface to other Aker Solutions product groups and external suppliers (solution level)
• Technical support to Product owners in meetings with customers or delivery projects
• Develop the System design methodology and tools

We think you should have:

• B/MSc degree within electronics, software or similar
• Relevant experience in product development, within system-, software- or electronics-development
• Experience in one or more of the following areas are preferred
  • Standard industry protocols like Modbus, CANbus, OPC UA etc.
  • Model-driven development using UML and tools such as Enterprise Architect
  • Iterative development process with risk reduction, quality and seamless integration into the control system as the primary driver within smart grids, oil and gas, aerospace or defense sectors.
• Ability to handle complex specifications and develop consistent solutions
• Experience with Safety critical functionality is a benefit
• Good communication skills, fluent written and spoken English
• Ability to work independently as well as in teams

More reasons to work with us:

• Professional development and excellent career opportunities with the chance to work on a wide variety of projects ranging from oil and gas, renewables (carbon capture, hydrogen and offshore wind) to aqua culture
• A healthy work-life balance with flexible working conditions throughout the different phases of your life journey
• Competitive pay and benefits with excellent pension and insurance schemes as well as private health services provided by Aker Care
• Access to welfare club with free gym facilities, sports equipment hire and cabins for rent in the mountains and by the sea
• Free parking and chargers for electrical cars
• 30-minute drive from Oslo
• Possibility to work remotely/from home 1-3 days a week

Interested? Contact us.

For more information about the position please contact:

Gjermund Slettvold, Aker Solutions, Mob: +47 90658844 or

Rolf Erik Smith, Senior Advisor, NES Advantage Solutions, email: rolf.smith@nesfircroft.com

Please attach your CV, cover letter and transcript of records when applying online. 
Applications will be evaluated continuously, so no need to wait until the deadline to apply.

NES Advantage Solutions is Aker Solutions’ global recruitment services provider responsible for permanent and temporary staffing services.

Diversity and Inclusion

Aker Solutions is empowered by its diverse workforce. We ensure a good working environment where equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion are considered vital to our success. We believe diversity creates value, attracts talent, and makes life more interesting. We therefore encourage and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds related to race, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender, ethnicity, disability, age, and more.