Department Manager – Structural Design – Ship Design and Integration Engineering

Kongsberg Gruppen; Kongsberg; On-site; NOK 1,000,000 - 1,250,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime technology company in Norway is seeking a Department Manager for Structural Design to lead a team of engineers and manage ship design projects. The ideal candidate will foster collaboration, drive innovation, and coordinate design activities for new constructions and upgrades. A relevant engineering background is essential. Competitive salary and inclusive work culture offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible work hours

Pension and insurance schemes

Tailored training and mentoring

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in project coordination or shipbuilding is beneficial but not required.
• Interest in shaping innovation through research and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the Structural Design group.
• Coordinate structural design activities for newbuilds and upgrades.
• Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement.

Skills

Positive interpersonal skills

Collaborative problem-solving

Project coordination

Education

Relevant engineering education (marine structural engineering, naval architecture, or ship design)

Job description

Department Manager – Structural Design – Ship Design and Integration Engineering

Shape the Future of Ship Design

Kongsberg Maritime is looking for a Department Manager for Structural Design to join our team. In this role, you’ll lead a group of talented engineers, work closely with technical managers, and help us deliver innovative ship and system designs.

We value a positive attitude, a willingness to solve problems, and an openness to new ideas.

We’re committed to supporting new managers with hands‑on learning and professional development. You’ll find a supportive, interdisciplinary environment where you can grow and make a real impact.

With over 50 years of experience and more than 1,000 vessels delivered, Kongsberg Maritime is proud to set the standard for reliability, sustainability, and safety in vessel operations. Join us and help shape what comes next in ship design

As Department Manager – Structural Design, you will:

• Lead and inspire the Structural Design group, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Work closely with the technical management team to drive departmental and organizational goals.
• Oversee and coordinate structural design activities for newbuilds, upgrades, and conversions, ensuring that the team delivers top‑quality and efficient results.
• Champion your team’s growth by sharing expertise, supporting ongoing learning, and fostering a culture where new ideas are welcomed and explored.
• Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participating in budget and cost calculations for projects - prior experience is beneficial but not required.
• Work well with others in a team and cooperate across different disciplines?
• Have positive interpersonal skills and a proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving, with a focus on empowering and supporting others?
• Have a relevant engineering education (college or university), for example related to marine structural engineering, naval architecture or ship design?
• Have an interest in actively shaping innovation through research and development and supporting our collaborative sales efforts?
• Have experience in project coordination or shipbuilding? That’s great—but it’s not a requirement.

This employment may require security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority, clearance through Civil Aviation Authority or a background check. Please note that this might affect the offer process or employment.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and benefits, including flexible work hours, pension, and insurance schemes.
• A strong focus on diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Tailored training and mentoring for new and existing team members.
• An inspiring, interdisciplinary work environment with opportunities for growth and innovation.
• The chance to work on sustainable and exciting solutions for the future of maritime operations.

We ensure that new and existing team members are well looked after, with tailored training and a mentoring arrangement. With us, you will be offered a competitive salary and benefit packages with good development opportunities in an environment with strong focus on diversity, inclusion and belonging. We have flexible work hours and holiday arrangements in addition to a good pension and insurance scheme. We offer an inspiring and safe work environment and the possibility to work with sustainable and exciting solutions for the future.

At KONGSBERG, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement. Research shows that women and minority groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Your unique perspective is valuable to us. Your skills, attitude and perspective could be exactly what we are looking for!

About Ship Design & Integration Engineering

Kongsberg Maritime have a long history of delivering pioneering Ship and Systems designs of the highest quality to produce state‑of‑the‑art vessels operating in a broad range of segments, from offshore support to expedition cruise and merchant cargo. The Ship Design & Integration Engineering department delivers the integrated systems engineering, ship design engineering and on‑site/at‑yard quality control needed to produce vessel newbuilds, upgrades and conversions efficiently and to the highest standard.

Point of contact
Jan Chirkowski [phone]

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