Automation - Senior Engineer

BH-347032
  • Competitive
  • Norway Rogaland Stavanger
  • Contract
  • Oil & Gas
Automation - Senior Engineer 
 
Contract period: 01.10.2026 - 30.09.2028
Location: Stavanger

Main tasks:
  • Produce new documentation and drawings such as Cauce&Effect, System Control Diagrams (SCD) diagrams, loop drawings for process, Fire&Gas and safety systems; IS Loop Calculations.
  • Revise existing documentation and drawings.
  • Produce work packages for installation.
  • Produce deliverables for studies and Front End Loading (FEL) work.
  • Produce documentation for Safety and Automation Systems (SAS)
  • Discipline check and approval of produced documents and drawings in the project.
  • Order all automation materials needed for offshore installation, and must be able to understand P&IDs and drawings from different disciplines.
  • Discussions with Client and vendor representatives in order to find optimal technical solutions.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automation/Cybernetics.
  • 7-12 years' experience with SAS systems in modification projects for systems in operation.
  • Modifications on offshore installations when in operation.
  • Control Room Design (typically Automation part), ISO 11064.
  • Concept/Detail Studies and EPCIC(Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation and Completion) project phases.
  • Offshore system knowledge(process/electrical/telecom/utility systems, BPCS and SIS).
  • Technical requirements and tools from offshore operators.
  • Main suppliers technical solutions for SAS/IACS/OT(Emerson, Siemens, ABB, Kongsberg, Honeywell).
  • Suppliers technical solutions for High and Voltage systems and philosophies for system design.
  • IEC 61850 and latest protocols/interfaces (GOOSE, MMS, PTP,SV).
  • IEC 61508/61511- Safety Instrumented Systems.
  • ISO 11064 - Human Factor Engineering.
  • Cyber security in general and in special for electrical systems(IEC 62443 as IACS/OT).
  • Relevant standards such as NPD, ATEX, IEC61892 and Norsok.
  • The ability to work independently, as well as in a team.
  • Good communication skills, written and oral. 
  • Is systematic and accurate. 
  • Has high loyalty to deadlines and quality requirements. 
  • Is solution-oriented. 
  • Collaborative work attitude and accepts multicultural work environment.

Required Certificates:
  • EX - Basic EX course. 6-8 hours online, or 22.5 in the classroom.
  • FSE - High and low voltage with first aid.
  • Option for Offshore certificate and medical certificate if needed.


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