Vard Design & Engineering is leading in development of advanced and specialized vessel designs. Our solutions come together in close partnership with clients, suppliers and our own shipyards, combining into a powerful package. In a dynamic working environment, supported by the extensive experience base in Vard Group, we develop globally acknowledged ship designs. In addition to the traditional projects for oil and gas, VARD is targeting segments like offshore wind, fisheries, cruise and aqua culture. These are thriving markets with a high degree of innovation, where the VARD ability to think differently makes us highly competitive.

At VARD we care about nurturing talents and embracing diverse strengths, giving everyone the opportunity to develop and grow. Join us and be part of a community that celebrates your skills, and where together we are shaping the future of shipbuilding.

So – what are your skills?

 

Candidates will be evaluated continuously. If you find this position interesting, do not hesitate to contact us or to apply directly! 

Duties and responsibilities

We are looking for talented engineers who has ambitions to take part of leading Vard in the green transition. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team of electrical engineers, with unique possibilities to lead interesting and challenging projects from concept to final product – Shipbuilding A to Z. 

• Provide engineering of functional design and electrical integration of the projects
• Keep control of all deliveries from own and suppliers design packages
• Establish and maintain plans and budgets for the projects
• Participate in concept development, and special projects
• Participating in developing the department and processes

Senior engineer tasks will include:

• Involvement in department improvements and process development
• Participation in special projects and/or system design for new and complex technologies

Qualifications

• Relevant education and experience
• Experience from maritime industry is beneficial
• Knowledge of vessel systems and solutions
• Good knowledge of English, oral and written
• Good cultural understanding and effective cross-culture communication

For the senior engineer position we look for:

• Relevant work experience
• Experienced in rules and regulations related to ship design and ship building
  
  

We encourage graduates and junior engineers to apply for this position.

 

We encourage also you who are curious about what we can offer, to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above.

Personal qualities

• Good cooperation and communication skills
• Positive and a go to person
• Self-drive, with a structured approach
• Result driven, decisive, innovative
• Customer oriented
• Identify yourself with the VARD values Craftmanship, Salesmanship and Fellowship.

We can offer

• A good working environment with exciting and important tasks in an international environment
• Competitive pension scheme and insurance package
• Subsidized lunch in the office canteen
• Subsidized membership at the gym
• Flexible work from home policy
• Free mobile phone usage and subsidized internet at home
• Central office location and free parking

VARD recognizes the importance of having fun at work, this is why with VARD Social you will have the chance to bond with colleagues through new experiences and shared interests. The offer varies throughout the year and includes activities like 'walk and talk' during lunch hour, fjord cruises, cooking lessons, go karting, football practices and wine tasting, just to name a few.
 
With the right blend of fun, expertise and hard work, we are creating ships for the future. Join us!

Contacts

Sindre Rønstad, Manager Electrical Department, 918 30 411

Location

Røysegata 10
6003 Ålesund

Key information:

Employer: Vard Group AS, Design & Engineering

Reference number: 4867490915
Percentage of full-time: 100%
Regular
Application deadline: 16/10/2024