Principal Specialist - Risers & Cables

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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 Energy Systems
We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

About the role

The Risers & Cables section consists of more than 20 engineers delivering world-class services within risers, well systems, umbilicals and cables exposed to hydrodynamic loading. These products are essential in a wide range of industries, including Offshore Wind, Oil & Gas, Floating Solar Power and Maritime. By joining our section, you will be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking environment that plays an active role in transitioning the global energy market towards a greener and more sustainable future.

In our section you will work closely with leading experts within their fields and cooperate with others in the vast technical network at DNV and be involved in exciting cross-disciplinary projects. Our section is the competence center related to the full life cycle of the products within our scope. We take on the role of trusted expert, solutions provider and standard setter for our clients. We are involved in projects all over the world, supporting our local offices and global clients.

We also deeply committed to research and development (R&D) in close co-operation with the industry, using our accumulated knowledge to develop tomorrow's standards and software products. Being in the forefront of digitalization, we have many exciting initiatives that make us a leader in digital services for the energy industry.

Your responsibilities as a Principal Specialist in our section will consist of a variety of tasks, not limited to:

• Providing technical expertise within slender marine structures such as Risers, Cables and Umbilicals
• Environmental modelling, global analysis of slender marine structures and structural reliability analysis (SRA) to advise on products, systems and operations
• Management of technical advisory projects and customer contact
• Providing complex and non-standard assessments at an expert level
• Contribution to Joint Industry Projects (JIP) to drive the industry forward.
• Technical qualification of products, integrity management of assets and certification of products
• Development and revision of relevant DNV standards and recommended practices
• Participation in relevant international forums and conferences.

What we offer

Attractive rewards: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 6 weeks annual vacation, subsidized canteen, health services, and competitive pension, insurance, and parental leave agreement, in addition to a global profit share scheme.

Work/life balance: We offer flexible working hours and hybrid working model, 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.

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.

By joining DNV you become part of a world-leading company whose purpose is to safeguard life, property and 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 perform our work.

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

To be a successful candidate, you need to have:

• Deep technical knowledge of Riser analysis (10+ years of experience)
• MSc or PhD degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or other relevant degrees
• Working knowledge of international rules and standards for Risers
• Ability to apply engineering judgement to complex, real-world offshore problems
• Strong advisory skills, with the ability to translate complex technical issues into practical client solutions
• Experience working across multidisciplinary teams and supporting both project delivery and competence building

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.