Approval Engineer for Electrical 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

Do you want to play a part in the electrification of the maritime industry ?

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

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 document approval, as well as verification and certification services for various maritime related assets in accordance with our rules.

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.

The right candidates share our values - we care, we dare, we share. If you have the right competence and are interested in being part of a strong, knowledgeable team in a pleasant working environment, we will encourage you to submit an application.

In the position you may be involved in the following activities:

• Perform assessment and approval of electrical systems and components intended for ship- and offshore newbuilds, as well as conversion projects
• Provide expert knowledge to other parts of DNV, including surveyors, local stations, sales force and business development leaders
• Maintenance and development of class rules, internal and external guidelines and services within the technical area.
• Participate in discussions, meetings and workshops with customers
• Attend surveys and tests on ships or at manufacturer’s premises

The position reports to Head of Section for Electrical Systems.

Some travelling may be expected.

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.

What we offer

• A competitive compensation and benefits package, pension benefits and profit share.
• A meaningful and technically challenging job with one of Europe’s most attractive employers.
• Empowerment and growth possibilities where you may broaden your perspective and expand your network.
• Possibilities for a good work-life balance with flexible working arrangements

Contact persons:

Oddvar Deinboll, Head of Section (Høvik, Norway) + 47 971 76 702

Trond Kleivi Sjåvåg, Approval Expert (Høvik, Norway) +47 991 00 030

Arne Schaarmann, Approval Expert (Hamburg, Germany) +49 40 361 497 758

Mateusz Wisniewski, Approval Expert (Gdynia, Poland) +48 58 511 51 05

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.

About you

Who are you?

• A self-driven team player passionate about solving challenges and creating results in a supportive team environment.
• Your educational background will typically be B.Sc. / M.Sc. in electrical engineering
• Good communication skills in English, verbally and in writing are necessary
• Eager to learn and develop, as well as adapt to new technologies in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build trust, confidence and respect
• Service-minded, flexible and with a positive attitude
• Honest, open-minded, and committed to DNV’s purpose, visions and values
• Some experience within the field of electrical systems would be an advantage, but graduates may also be considered
• Knowledge about / background from the maritime or offshore/energy industry is preferable

Please apply with a CV and cover letter written in English.