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?

Hydropower is being developed in conjunction with our ambitious renewable energy and low-carbon goals. To strengthen our footprint in hydropower, we recently acquired Rainpower, a leading player within the Hydropower industry renowned for quality products such as Kvaerner Turbines and Hymatek Controls. Close to 200 Hydropower employees have joined the Aker Solutions family already and we are looking for more employees to grow our product range and secure the solid implementation of our projects. We are now looking for a Mechanical Engineer Trainee who wants to join our team. Our Hydropower Turbines and Mechanical group is responsible for performing the hydraulic and mechanical engineering on our Turbines, Inlet Valves, and MBoP (Mechanical Balance of Plant).


What will you be doing?

Our trainee program gives you the opportunity to work alongside our best and brightest engineers to develop your technical and professional skills to kick-start your career. You will explore three different work rotations and participate in various professional development initiatives to learn new skills and develop yourself personally and professionally. Through the 18-month trainee period you will participate in a rotational program through three different hydropower departments. Following the trainee program, you are guaranteed a permanent position in one of our hydropower engineering departments. The trainee period will follow the program below, which may be adjusted depending on the specific candidate:

• Hydropower laboratory, Trondheim: The turbine laboratory is an R&D and model test hub for our Kværner turbines. As a trainee you will develop your insight into hydropower systems, and likely be involved in the execution of a specific turbine model test.
• Hydropower Turbines and Mechanical, Bryn: The department consists of engineers delivering into customer and R&D projects involving turbine, valves and mechanical systems. As a trainee you will be trained and work on customer project with mechanical deliveries.
• Hydropower Controls, Bryn: The last rotation will either be in the Turbines and Mechanical department or our Controls department depending on the trainee’s profile. As a trainee you will be trained and work on project deliveries and analysis to some of our electro-mechanical projects.

In one or more of the projects you get involved in you are expected to follow the project at site during installation and/or commissioning.


We think you should have:

We are looking for Graduates 2024 with less than one year work experience. Your profile:

• Higher education (Msc/PhD) within mechanical engineering or related education
• Technical acumen with proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-driven personality with the capability of quickly acquiring new skills
• Interest and knowledge within hydropower or renewable energy systems
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in both English and Norwegian
• You are flexible in terms of both tasks and mobility as the program involves working within multiple fields of engineering and locations.

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
• We have offices in Tranby and Bryn and offer hybrid work solutions including the possibility to work from home

Interested? Contact us.
For more information about the position, please contact:
Susann Rognlien Bech, Recruiter, NES Advantage Solutions, mail: Susann.bech@nesfircroft.com

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

Semac background checks are performed on all final candidates.


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.