Young professional automation engineer

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?

The Life Cycle segment at Aker Solutions, takes care of energy assets in a Life Cycle perspective. From the start to the end of production, Life Cycle ensure safe and efficient operations.

Our team in Trondheim is now looking for a Young professional automation Engineer.

• You will work together with some of our most experienced and knowledgeable engineers and gain valuable experience.
• You will be joining a dedicated team of engineers within the SIT & CSNE Mid-Norway department and learn the methods as you go.
• You will be provided various and challenging tasks in a fast-working environment gain both automation- and multidiscipline technical knowledge and experience in an effective way.
• You can expect to learn to use NORSOK Standards and gain knowledge within ATEX / NEK420 requirements, gain knowledge of field instrument engineering, electrical equipment and machines containing both instrumentation and intelligent electrical devices, control systems with programmed logic, incl. basic hardware, I/O circuits/loops, logic, HMI, interface protocols, communication networks, information security and understanding the totality of system functions and operability in industrial facilities
• Training will be given and you will receive a mentor to guide you while developing your skills.

• Student graduating in 2025
• Area of study relevant to the role you are applying for
• You will be given all the tools you need to succeed, and the rest is up to you!
• 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 career opportunities
• Competitive pay and benefits, with an excellent pension and insurance scheme
• Healthy work-life balance
• Professional development and opportunity to work on a wide variety of renewable projects, such as carbon capture, hydrogen, on/offshore projects
• Access to welfare club with training facilities, sports equipment hires and cabins for rent
• Possibility to work remotely/from home 1-3 days per week
• Excellent health services provided by Aker Care

For more information about the position please contact:

Lars Ustad, Senior Recruiter, NES Advantage AS, lars.ustad@nesadvantage.com

SEMAC background checks are conducted on all final candidates.

Kindly note that all applications must be submitted through the recruitment portal system only. Please upload your CV, cover letter and educational documents.

NES Advantage 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.