Join us in solving global energy challenges for future generations. 

At Aker Solutions we are committed to help 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 will make up two-thirds of our business. 

At Aker Solutions, we design, manage, and build some of the most complex energy projects in the world. We are committed to the transition and are at the leading edge of decarbonizing oil and gas and developing zero carbon energy. Building on our renowned front-end engineering skills, we are creating a world-class consultancy which will utilize the experience and data gathered from our early mover advantage in such areas as low carbon oil and gas, electrification and electrical transmission, CCS, hydrogen and floating offshore wind to provide robust decision-making analysis and advice to our customers. 

Do you want to be a part of driving this transition? Our Consultancy Electrical Transmission team in Oslo is now looking for Senior Cable system Engineers.

The Consultancy Electrical Transmission team in New Energies in Aker Solutions consists of leading experts working across areas that include offshore wind, offshore transmission grid, offshore electrification, power to/from shore, and advanced subsea power distribution systems. We combine in-house technology and close cooperation with leading suppliers with deep system analysis competence to create the best solutions for our customers. 

By combining the high voltage power expertise with our extensive subsea and offshore engineering experience we design the High Voltage electrical transmission system from offshore wind farms via offshore substations and further to shore for connection to the onshore grid, optimizing the offshore- and onshore substations, inter array-cables to the wind farm and export cables. Further we design electrical transmission systems for Wind for Oil and for electrification by Power from Shore, always looking into the complete power system.

Electrical power systems and technology are key parts of achieving the future net zero targets. Aker Solutions has the products, engineering experience, creativity, and execution capabilities to make a real difference in the Energy Transition.

What will you be doing?

• You will participate in advisory and study-work, FEEDs, tenders, R&D-projects and technical support in execution projects, as well as strategy processes.
• You will participate in developing both floating and bottom fixed wind farms, their connections to offshore substations and further connection to shore.

You will follow-up 

• Mechanical design and manufacturing of High Voltage submarine armoured cables, both dynamic and static included power core design
• Mechanical and electrical testing of submarine cable systems
• Vendor document reviews and witness activities

We think you should have: 

• M.Sc. or similar within Mechanical, Marine Technology, Electrical power systems or other
• 5-15 years of experience from the energy business, e.g. within grid, industrial, wind, offshore or subsea high voltage cable systems
• Submarine cable system knowledge, including ancillary equipment
• Familiar with standards, codes and recommendations such as IEC, DNV, BV, Cigre, et
• Experience from a cable supplier is preferrable.
• Experience within engineering, delivery and follow-up of cable systems in projects is preferrable
• Fluent in English with good verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive, practical, structured and analytical
• An open and curious mindset

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
• Possibility to work remotely/from home 1-3 days per week

Interested? Contact us.

For more information about the position please contact: 

Julie Wannebo, Lead  Recruiter NES Advantage, phone number: +47 239 66 535.

Please attach your CV, cover letter and educational documents as .PDF 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.

Semac background checks are performed on all final candidates.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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.