AI Discipline Lead

NES Fircroft; Bærum; On-site; NOK 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Solid pension and insurance

Remote work flexibility

Young Solutioneers network

Well-being facilities

Job summary

Aker Solutions is seeking an AI Discipline Lead to build and mature its AI engineering capability, leading a team of AI specialists and establishing enterprise-wide AI practices. You will run an AI incubation function turning emerging technologies into scalable solutions.

Collaborate with business units and technical stakeholders to identify opportunities, allocate AI resources, and drive governance and reusable capabilities that scale across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or related field; relevant experience may compensate for education
• Strong experience in machine learning, data science or advanced analytics; knowledge of AI development, deployment and operation
• Experience leading and mentoring technical specialists; ability to build high-performing teams
• Credibility to engage with AI engineers, architects and business stakeholders
• Experience establishing governance, reusable AI capabilities and best practices
• Collaborative, commercially minded with ability to turn opportunities into outcomes
• Fluent written and spoken English; ability to explain complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and coach AI engineers and developers; foster continuous learning and technical excellence
• Build and mature AI discipline with standards, ways of working and communities of practice
• Drive AI incubation by identifying opportunities and leading proof-of-concept initiatives
• Partner with business units and stakeholders to translate challenges into scalable AI solutions
• Manage AI resources across enterprise initiatives for optimal utilization
• Promote reuse of AI assets, accelerators and implementation patterns
• Shape future AI capability through planning and competency development

Skills

Machine learning

Data science

Advanced analytics

AI engineering

Team leadership

Governance

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

AI frameworks

Job description

Would you like to be part of a team seeking to transform the energy sector?

At Aker Solutions we are changemakers with nearly 200 years of experience, committed to helping the energy industry #PowerTheChange towards a net-zero future.

We are driven by collaboration and curiosity, building tomorrow’s technological solutions today!

Artificial intelligence is changing how we design, engineer and operate complex energy infrastructure. At Aker Solutions, we turn the possibilities of AI into real-world impact by integrating advanced technology across systems, disciplines and industrial workflows, where reliability, scale and measurable results matter.

We are now looking for an AI Discipline Lead to join our team in our Oslo offices.

Join us in developing practical AI solutions that help our people make better decisions, work more efficiently and solve some of the energy industry’s most complex challenges. You will become part of a collaborative environment where domain expertise, data and technology come together to build solutions designed for the real world.

What will you be doing?

Aker Solutions is looking for an AI Discipline Lead to build and mature its AI engineering capability, lead a team of AI specialists, establish and champion enterprise-wide AI practices, and run an AI incubation function that turns emerging technologies and business opportunities into scalable solutions.

• Lead, develop and coach AI engineers and developers, creating a high-performing environment focused on continuous learning, collaboration and technical excellence
• Build and mature Aker Solutions' AI discipline by establishing best practices, standards, ways of working and communities of practice across the organisation
• Drive an AI incubation capability by identifying promising opportunities, evaluating emerging technologies and leading proof-of-concept initiatives that can deliver business value
• Partner with business units, Digital & AI Leads and technical stakeholders to identify common challenges and translate them into scalable, reusable AI solutions
• Manage and allocate AI resources across enterprise-wide and business-unit initiatives, ensuring effective utilisation of skills and capabilities
• Promote the development and reuse of AI assets, accelerators and implementation patterns that support efficient and consistent delivery
• Contribute to shaping the future AI capability of Aker Solutions through capability planning, competency development and cross-functional collaboration

We think you should have:

• A master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or related field. Relevant professional experience may compensate for a lack of formal education
• Strong experience within machine learning, data science or advanced analytics, combined with a solid understanding of AI development, deployment and operationalisation
• Ideally, previous experience leading, mentoring or developing technical specialists, with the ability to build high-performing teams and guide competency growth
• The technical credibility to engage with AI engineers, architects and business stakeholders, identifying opportunities and helping prioritise the most impactful initiatives
• Experience establishing frameworks, best practices, governance principles or reusable capabilities that enable AI solutions to scale across an organisation
• A collaborative and commercially minded approach, with the ability to build strong relationships across technical and business communities and turn emerging opportunities into tangible outcomes
• Fluent written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

What we offer:

At Aker Solutions we are committed to creating an enjoyable, rewarding, and engaging career where you can thrive. Our aim is to build a long-term mutually beneficial relationship with you, in order to motivate and retain your talent. We offer a variety of global and local initiatives which support your well-being and development, so that you feel valued throughout your career – professionally and personally.

Some of them are:

• Solid pension and insurance coverage: We take care of our employees by offering competitive pension, insurance, and health plans that ensure your well-being today and in the future.
• Well-being: Enjoy access to free fitness facilities, sport groups and equipment rental, and a variety of cabins for rent.
• Remote work flexibility: Work from home up to two days per week, offering you the convenience and work/life balance you need.
• Vibrant Young Professional network: Connect, grow and thrive in our international community, Young Solutioneers.

Applications will be assessed on an ongoing basis, and candidates may be contacted during the application period.

NES Advantage Solutions is Aker Solutions’ global recruitment services provider responsible for permanent and temporary staffing services.

Please note: Background checks are conducted as part of our recruitment process on all final candidates for all roles. Furthermore, depending on the role, a risk assessment including an assessment of affiliation to high-risk countries where relevant may be carried out in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, clients and company requirements.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Aker Solutions, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive. Diversity fuels creativity and innovation, making it a key competitive advantage. We embrace all aspects of diversity, including disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, and more. We have experience with accommodating various needs and are always open to finding solutions that suit you. We encourage everyone to apply and are here to support you throughout the recruitment process.

This is Aker Solutions

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,800 people in 13 countries.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.