Approval Engineer Control Systems

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Maritime
We help enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of our customers in the global shipping industry, covering all vessel types and mobile offshore units. As a partner to industry, we offer services in testing, certification, training, and technical advisory through the energy value chain. That means we’re continually investing heavily into R&D for new services and solutions while proactively assessing what the industry needs today and tomorrow.

About the role

The Approval Centre Europe (M-SA) within Maritime Ship Classification consists of six production departments, located across three different locations (Gdynia, Hamburg and Oslo (Høvik)). The main delivery from the Approval organization is approval, verification and certification services for different maritime related assets in accordance with our rules.

We are now looking for a dedicated engineer to strengthen our Control System section in Norway or in Poland. You will be part of an engaged group driven by people’s competence and motivation to help and support our customers through consistent delivery of high-quality services.

As a member of M-SA, you act in a professional, competent, and service oriented environment and in return receive good possibilities to enhance your personal competencies and expertise, and to build a strong network with colleagues across locations.

Are you ready for a challenging position while at the same time working for a great purpose?

In the positions you will:

• Perform design review and approval of control systems for ships, offshore newbuilding’s and conversion projects according to DNV rules
• Perform design review and attend testing related to type approval certification of control systems according to DNV rules
• Provide second line support to DNV’s “direct access to experts” tool
• Be part of the section responsible for the development of new class rules, internal and external guidelines and services within the technical area. This includes cyber security and system network verification
• Provide technical knowledge to DNV’s site offices worldwide, Salesforce and Key Account Managers
• Participate in face-to-face meetings and workshops with customers
• Some travelling must be expected in the role

What we offer

• Career and development. The possibilities to grow and develop your competencies and ambitions within DNV are extensive. We have a strong company culture with emphasis on growth mindset, competence sharing and professional and personal development.
• Work/life balance. We offer flexible working and have a focus on work/life balance for our employees.
• Supportive and caring culture. Our international culture embodies diverse colleagues who value teamwork and inclusion across business areas and borders. You may also join employee associations to establish networks through social and professional activities. Our largest society CONNECT throws after-works and informal meetings all year long for you to join.
• Attractive rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 6 weeks annual vacation, health services, and competitive pension, insurance, in addition to a global profit share scheme.
• By joining DNV you become part of a world-leading company whose purpose is to safeguard life, property, and the environment. You will also be part of a culture where our values “we care, we share, we dare” characterize how we act towards each other, our customers and how we perform our work.

About you

• Your background will typically be bachelor/master in cybernetics, automation and/or computer science
• In addition, background from the maritime or offshore/energy industry is preferable
• 2-5 years of experience with automation systems and field instrumentation would be an advantage
• We also encourage graduates of 2025 to apply
• You are a self-driven team player passionate about solving challenges and creating results
• Ability to build trust, confidence and respect
• Flexible, service-minded and with a positive attitude
• Honest, open, and committed to DNV’s purpose, visions and values
• Good communication skills in English, verbally and in writing

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.

If you have any questions please contact: Head of Section - Control systems, Siri Tag at +47 95807027 or siri.tag@dnv.com.

Please apply with a CV and cover letter written in English. We are looking forward to receiving your application!

We will review applications and conduct interviews on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you not to wait until deadline to apply for the position.

Application deadline: 1st of May 2025 at 23.59 CET.