Ex Engineer

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

What You’ll Do

Join our HAZLOC (Ex) team and play a vital role in shaping the safety and reliability of equipment used in hazardous environments worldwide. You’ll work with globally recognized certification schemes such as ATEX, IECEx, UKEX, INMETRO, and IEC/EN/ISO standards—contributing directly to safer industries and a more sustainable future.

In this role, you will:

• Lead type and design examinations of equipment used in explosive (Ex) environments
• Carry out in-depth technical assessments and documentation reviews to ensure compliance
• Perform and support testing activities in our state-of-the-art accredited test facility
• Travel to customer sites to witness tests and conduct audits at manufacturing facilities
• Act as a trusted technical partner, supporting both customers and colleagues across DNV
• Contribute to continuous improvement by helping build smarter, more efficient processes
• Deliver high-quality outcomes with a strong focus on customer experience and timely execution

What we offer

Why Join DNV?

• Be at the forefront of safety and the energy transition, including hydrogen and low-carbon technologies
• Join a globally trusted certification body known for technical excellence and impact
• Work with cutting-edge test facilities and benefit from continuous learning opportunities
• Collaborate with a diverse, international network of experts and customers
• Contribute to a meaningful purpose: safeguarding life, property, and the environment

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 you are

You’re a technically minded professional with a passion for problem-solving and making a meaningful impact. You thrive in a collaborative environment and bring both expertise and curiosity to your work.

Your background may include:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related field
  • Equivalent hands-on experience in HAZLOC / Ex certification is also highly valued
• Experience with Ex product certification, designing, testing, or verification in an industrial setting
• Familiarity with auditing standards such as ISO 9001 and/or ISO 80079-34 (a plus)
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively
• Clear and confident communication skills in English, both written and spoken

Your Mindset

At DNV, how you work matters just as much as what you know. You bring a mindset that enables both personal and team success:

• Curious and growth-driven, continuously building your expertise in Ex technologies
• Detail-oriented and structured, with a strong commitment to quality
• Collaborative and supportive, contributing positively to team success
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a willingness to share knowledge openly
• Solution-focused, with a strong sense of ownership and customer commitment

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.

Interested? Let's talk

For more information, please contact:
Vishnu M R Rao
Nordic Manager – PA Industrial

Vishnumurthi.ragavendhra.rao@dnv.com
+47 480 70 953