Electrical Engineer High Voltage

NES Fircroft; Berg; On-site; NOK 1,000,000 - 1,250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing provider is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to design and specify electrical systems, particularly for high-voltage projects. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have over 10 years of experience in electrical engineering within the Norwegian continental shelf projects, particularly in offshore electrification. The role requires strong communication skills, a cooperative attitude within multicultural teams, and expertise in high-voltage packages.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical engineering from Norwegian continental shelf projects.
• Extensive experience with HV packages such as transformers, GIS, and VSD.
• Experience from offshore electrification projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify electrical system solutions and strategies.
• Manage high-voltage packages from development through execution.
• Follow up electrical system calculations and assessments.

Skills

Electrical System Analysis

High-Voltage Packages (GIS, VSD, Transformers)

Communication in English

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electrical Engineer High Voltage

Contract period: 05.01.2026 - 31.12.2027
Location: Asker

Main tasks:

• Design and specify electrical system solutions and strategies for projects during the study, FEED, and detailed phases.
• Collaborate closely with project and company representatives across disciplines.
• The main electrification scope includes land cables, sub seacables, and HV equipment in both onshore and offshore substations.
• Responsible for the Main Power Supply Package Specification, detailing the technical and functional requirements for high- and low-voltage suppliers to ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and project requirements.
• Manage high-voltage packages, including transformers, gas‑insulated switch gear(GIS), and variable speed drives (VSD), from development through execution. This includes detailed engineering, fabrication, logistics, installation, contract management, and final handover to operations.
• Assist in the design of electrical philosophies, strategies, typologies, single line diagrams, load lists, system descriptions, and PMS/PDCS systems.
• Follow up electrical system calculations, analyses and assessments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical engineering from Norwegian continental shelf projects.
• Extensive experience with high‑voltage packages such as transformers, gas‑insulated switch gear(GIS), and variable speed drives (VSD).
• Solid understanding of electrical system analysis and transmission systems.
• Experience from Offshore electrification projects.
• Proven track record in conceptual and detailed engineering for large‑scale projects.
• Experience and deep knowledge of electrical design according to relevant standards such as NORSOK, ATEX, PTIL, ISO, DNV and IEC.
• EX - Basic EX course. 6‑8 hours online, or 22.5 in classroom.
• FSE - with first aid.
• Efficient communicator, who communicate well in English - both orally and in writing.
• Cooperative working attitude and acceptance for multicultural team environment.
• A natural team player, but possess the ability to work independently.
• Systematic and accurate, with high loyalty to deadline and quality requirements.
• Proactive, seeking advice and share own experiences with others.

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 and Manufacturing sectors 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.