Young Professional Automation Engineer

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

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?

The Life Cycle segment takes care of energy assets in a Life Cycle perspective. From the start to end of production, Life Cycle ensure safe operations. Our objective is to be a leading supplier of low carbon solutions and electrification projects. We focus on optimizing field life solutions, driven by decarbonization and environmentally sound offerings.

Our Department in Kristiansund is now looking for Young Professional Automation Engineer to help us in our mission to #powerthechange.

If you are a graduate 2025, you will be a part of Aker Solutions graduate program 2025. This will give you the opportunity to build a professional network, meet fellow graduates from various locations, and visit our headquarters as well as one of our yards.

Join our project teams and contribute to the delivery of world-class projects. As part of our team, you'll collaborate with some of our most experienced and knowledgeable engineers, gaining hands-on experience and expanding your expertise.

• Work alongside a dedicated team within the SIT & CSNE Mid-Norway department.
• Learn and apply industry-leading methods and standards as you progress in your role.
• Tackle a variety of challenging tasks in a fast-paced environment, gaining both automation and multidisciplinary technical knowledge.
• Develop your expertise in field instrument engineering, electrical equipment, and intelligent electrical devices.
• Deepen your understanding of control systems, including hardware, I/O circuits/loops, logic, HMI, interface protocols, communication networks, and information security.
• Learn to use NORSOK Standards and gain knowledge within ATEX/NEK420 requirements.
• Understand the totality of system functions and operability in industrial facilities.
• Be part of a committed team that delivers excellence in every project.
• Gain valuable experience in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Training and Development:

• Comprehensive on the job training will be provided to ensure your growth and success.
• You will receive guidance from a dedicated mentor to help you develop your skills and navigate your career path.

• Student graduating in 2025 or recent years.
• Area of study relevant to the role you are applying for.

The following personal qualities, skills and interests will be highly appreciated:

• Interest in following developments in technology and improving work methods
• Commercial mindset, strong work ethics, courageous, open minded and a proactive attitude
• Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Familiar with use of teams and similar digitalized collaboration tools
• Good in English - both written and verbally

• Professional development and excellent career opportunities with the chance to work on a wide variety of projects.
• A healthy work-life balance with flexible working conditions.
• Competitive pay and benefits with excellent pension and insurance schemes.
• Access to welfare club with free gym facilities, sports equipment hire and cabins for rent in the mountains and by the sea.
• Possibility to work remotely/from home 1-3 days per week, upon agreement.
• The opportunity to become a part of our Young Solutioneers, an international employee network that brings together our young talents for professional development, networking and fun.

Please apply thru the recruitment portal, applications made via email will not be processed.

Applications will be evakuated continuosly, so no need to wait until the deadline to apply.

We use semac background checks in our recruitment process.

For more information regarding this position, contact:

Frida Bjørken, Junior Recruiter, NES Advantage Solutions, Frida.Bjorken@nesadvantage.com

Mathias Øien Setten, Department manager, Aker Solutions

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

Our goal is to make Aker Solutions a place where everyone can perform at their best by creating opportunities for all. We see diversity as a source of creativity, innovation, and as a key competitive advantage. Diversity includes not only gender, ethnicity, or age but also disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, and many other parts of one’s identity. We welcome your application no matter who you are or where you come from and encourage you to let us know if you need any supportive adjustments throughout the recruitment process. 

This is Aker Solutions

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,000 people in more than 15 countries.