Senior Engineer - Risers & Cables

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 the role

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.

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 for the full life cycle of the products within our scope. We take on the role as 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 a number of exciting initiatives that makes us a leader in digital services for the energy industry.

Your responsibilities as a Senior Engineer in our section will consist in a variety of tasks, but not limited to:

• Provide technical expertise within slender marine structures such as Risers, Cables and Umbilicals
• Environmental modelling and global analysis of slender marine structures, local finite element analysis (FEA), structural reliability analysis (SRA) to advise on products, systems and operations
• Management of technical advisory projects and customer contact
• Initiate Joint Industry Projects (JIP) to drive the industry forward. Participate in business development activities. Build relationships and manage interfaces with external clients.
• Development and maintenance of both inhouse and commercial software for our clients
• 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, competitive pension, insurance, and parental leave agreement, in addition to a global profit share scheme.

Work/life balance. We offer flexible working hours and workplace with option of 2 days a week at home office, with 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. We offer opportunities for our employees to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, throws after-works and informal meetings all year long for you to join.

Career and development. DNV offers extensive possibilities to grow and develop your competencies and career ambitions. We have a strong company culture with emphasis on growth mindset, knowledge sharing, and professional and personal development.

Our Høvik office is in beautiful surroundings by the sea and can offer access to sailboats, kayaks, tennis courts etc. We have more than 30 activity groups for you to join, as well as gym facilities and a kindergarten located on our premises. It is also worth noting that we offer free parking and shuttle buses to and from Skøyen, Lysaker and Sandvika.

We are looking for:

• Skilled Engineers with more than 5 years of relevant working experience
• MSc or PhD degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mathematics/Statistics/Physics, or other relevant degrees
• Competence in one or more of the disciplines within hydrodynamics, global analysis , local finite element analysis (FEA), structural reliability analysis (SRA) and data science/programming skills is an advantage
• Working knowledge with the following analysis tools is an advantage: Riflex, Orcaflex, Abaqus or similar
• Working knowledge of international rules and standards for risers, cables or umbilicals
• Advanced English skills. Excellent ability to produce clear written reports and communicate verbally in English.
• Norwegian language skills are an advantage

We are looking for candidates with the following qualities:

• Excellent collaboration skills; shares knowledge and experience; and supports others in pursuit of team goals
• Supports less experienced team members to grow in expertise and technical skills
• Strong presentation and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Excellent analytical skills, with flexible and service-oriented mindset
• Commitment to work in line with DNV purpose, vision, and values.