Do you want to launch your career journey at the heart of the energy transition in Energy Systems?

Company & Business Area Description 

DNV is the independent expert in assurance and risk management, operating in more than 100 countries. Through our broad experience and deep expertise we advance safety and sustainable performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions.  

We provide assurance to the entire energy value chain through our advisory, monitoring, verification, and certification services. As the world's leading resource of independent energy experts and technical advisors, we help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry. We are committed to realizing the goals of the Paris Agreement, and support all stakeholders to transition faster to a deeply decarbonized energy system

Local Unit & Position Description 

We are looking for a Senior engineer to join our Risers & Cables Section. Risers & Cables operates in solving challenges in the Energy market. Our section plays an important role in the energy transition as the world seeks to decarbonize energy production and transfer to green energy. The Section's product specialization is within risers, well systems, umbilicals and cables exposed to hydrodynamic loading. These products are vital in many market segments, like Offshore Wind, Floating Solar Power, Oil & Gas and Maritime. You will therefore work in a dynamic and exciting environment that actively works towards transitioning the global energy market towards a greener and more sustainable future. 

In Risers & Cables you will work closely with leading experts within their fields. In addition, you will work across other internal units and be involved in exciting cross-disciplinary projects. Our section consist of 20 engineers delivering world class services within for riser and cable systems. We are a competence center related to the full life cycle of the products within our scope, and take on the role as expert, solutions provider and standard setter for our clients. We are involved in projects all over the world, supporting our local offices and global clients.  

We also invest heavily in research and development (R&D) in close co-operation with the industry, using our accumulated knowledge to develop tomorrow's standards and software products. Being in the forefront of digitalization, we are currently working with several exciting concepts that make our digital services leading within the energy industry. 

Your responsibilities as a Principal Engineer in our section will consist in a variety of tasks, but not limited to:

• Provide technical expertise within slender marine structures such as risers, umbilicals and cables
• Environmental modelling and global dynamic analysis (time/frequency analysis), local finite element analysis (FEA), structural reliability analysis (SRA) to advise on products, systems and operations
• Development and maintenance of both inhouse and commercial software for our clients
• Technical qualifications of products, integrity management of assets and certification of products
• Customer contact and management of technical advisory projects
• Development and revision of relevant DNV standards and recommended practices
• Participate in business development activities. Build relationships and manage interfaces with external clients, initiate Joint Industry Projects (JIP) to drive the industry forward
• Participation in relevant international forums and conferences

Position Qualifications

We are looking for:

• Skilled engineers with more than 5 years of relevant working experience
• MSc or PhD degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mathematics/Statistics/Physics, or other relevant degrees
• Competence in one or more of the disciplines within hydrodynamics, global dynamic analysis (time/frequency analysis), local finite element analysis (FEA), structural reliability analysis (SRA) and data science/programming skills is an advantage
• Work knowledge with the following analytical tools is an advantage: Riflex, Orcaflex, Abaqus or similar
• Work knowledge of international rules and standards for risers, umbilicals and cables
• Advanced English skills. Excellent ability to produce clear written reports and communicate verbally in English
• Norwegian language skills are an advantage

We are looking for candidates with the following qualities:

• Commitment to work in line with DNV purpose, vision, and values
• Excellent collaboration skills; shares knowledge and experience; and supports others in pursuit of team goals
• Good mentoring abilities, supporting less experienced team members to grow in expertise and technical skills
• Strong presentation and communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Excellent analytical skills, with flexible and service-oriented mindset

Reasons to work with us

We offer:

• Work with expert colleagues with strong specialization level in an international environment
• A social and diverse team with both young and experienced colleagues
• Working with data science and analytical FEA software like Riflex, Orcaflex, Abaqus
• Space to innovate and learn more every day
• Great colleagues who value teamwork and support
• A strong company culture with an emphasis on competence development and delivery with quality

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, profit share, attractive pension, and insurance schemes. 
• 6 weeks annual vacation, company networks and sports and leisure activities with colleagues. 
• Flexible working hours and focus on work/life balance. 

DNV’s Høvik office is located in a scenic area by the sea and offers access to sailboats, kayaks, tennis courts, etc. We have more than 30 activity groups, as well as gym facilities and a kindergarten located on our premises. There is free parking and shuttle buses to and from Skøyen, Lysaker, and Sandvika. There are also several company cabins in attractive skiing locations, including Geilo, Hemsedal, Ål, and Beitostølen for exclusive employee use. 

BE CHALLENGED: We work with an incredible list of customers, enabling us to support and lead development in many industries. Whether we work with renowned companies, innovative start-ups, or joint industry projects, you will get a chance to utilize your expertise together with other specialists from a wide range of disciplines and gain unique cross-industry insights.  

MAKE AN IMPACT: Joining us is an opportunity to make the world a better place. Employees in DNV feel strongly about our company’s Purpose to "safeguard life, property and the environment”. This is our reason for being since our foundation in 1864. Our Vision to be “a trusted voice to tackle global transformations”, gives us a clear direction and expresses what we want to accomplish in the long term.  

BE INSPIRED AND ENRICHED: We care. We dare. We share. These are the three core values and beliefs that shape our performance; We care for each other, our customers, and our planet, and we take care of ourselves. We dare to explore, experiment, be different, and be courageous, curious, and creative. We share our experience and knowledge. We collaborate with each other and our customers. We support social, sports, and team-building activities. As a result, we continue to thrive and grow.

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!