Engineer - SeaQ Communication

Arbeidsplassen; Tennfjord; Hybrid; NOK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and insurance

Lunch subsidy

Gym membership

Occupational health service

Flexible WFH policy

Mobile phone

Job summary

VARD Electro is seeking an Engineer for SeaQ Communications to apply expertise across ICT infrastructure, networking, CCTV, and infotainment aboard vessels. You will contribute to projects, collaborate with skilled colleagues, and support testing, commissioning, and service activities within the SeaQ scope.

The role requires hands-on technical work, travel, and a proactive, structured approach. A background in IT/Telecom and English fluency are essential for collaboration with international

Qualifications

• Education in IT/Telecom or related field.
• Experience with ICT and/or security systems is valued.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Technical responsibility for ICT infrastructure, networking, voice, CCTV and infotainment systems.
• Act as technical expert and provide support within SeaQ scope.
• Participate in or lead projects and cases within SeaQ Communication.
• Hands-on testing and pre-commissioning activities.
• Support on-site commissioning and service cases.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Skills

ICT/Telecom

CCTV systems

SeaQ Communications knowledge

English proficiency

Project experience

Maritime industry experience

Education

IT/Telecom degree

Tools

Networking

CCTV configuration

Job description

At VARD, we create innovative and sustainable solutions for the global maritime industry. Through strong engineering expertise, cutting-edge technology, and close collaboration, we design and build some of the world’s most advanced vessels.

At the same time, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We foster an inclusive and supportive work environment where talent can grow, ideas are valued, and individuals are empowered to make a difference.

VARD Electro is a leading supplier of maritime electrical systems, automation, integration, and energy solutions for vessels operating worldwide. With a strong focus on innovation, digitalization, and sustainability, we develop advanced technologies that help our customers improve efficiency, safety, and environmental performance. As part of the VARD Group, we work closely with shipowners, designers, and shipyards to shape the future of the maritime industry.

We are currently looking for aEngineer - SeaQ Communications to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply your expertise, collaborate with skilled colleagues, and contribute to exciting projects across the VARD value chain.

At VARD, we create innovative and sustainable solutions for the global maritime industry. Through strong engineering expertise, cutting-edge technology, and close collaboration, we design and build some of the world’s most advanced vessels.

At the same time, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We foster an inclusive and supportive work environment where talent can grow, ideas are valued, and individuals are empowered to make a difference.

VARD Electro is a leading supplier of maritime electrical systems, automation, integration, and energy solutions for vessels operating worldwide. With a strong focus on innovation, digitalization, and sustainability, we develop advanced technologies that help our customers improve efficiency, safety, and environmental performance. As part of the VARD Group, we work closely with shipowners, designers, and shipyards to shape the future of the maritime industry.

We are currently looking for aEngineer - SeaQ Communications to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply your expertise, collaborate with skilled colleagues, and contribute to exciting projects across the VARD value chain.

Duties and responsibilities

• Technical responsibility for system groups; ICT infrastructure, networking, voice communication, CCTV and infotainment


• Act as technical expert for scope of responsibility. Provide support for the organization together with the team.


• Participate in, or drive projects and cases within SeaQ Communication scope.


• Hands-on work in testing and pre-commissioning


• Support to on-site commissioning and service cases


• Expected some travel domestic and abroad

Qualifications

• Education; College/University or Vocational School within IT/Telecom


• Preferred qualifications to design, configure and commission CCTV systems


• Relevant experience, instead of schooling, will be considered


• Language; English fluent verbally, and good written, as minimum


• Preferred experience; 5 years of development and/or delivery of ICT and/or security systems and solutions


• A plus for experience working within the maritime industry

VARD works systematically for inclusion and diversity and encourage everyone to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above.

This employment may require a background check, or security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority.

Personal qualities

• Independent and proactive


• Structured


• Good ability to adapt to changes


• Interest in the subject and willing to learn more


• Problem-solving mentality with ability to plan under pressure


• Identify yourself with the VARD valuesCraftmanship, Salesmanship and Fellowship.

Our commitment to you

• 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


• Occupational health service


• Flexible work from home policy


• Free mobile phone usage


• Central office location and free parking


• We understand the importance of continuous learning and we strive to give you the chance to gain new skills and further develop your career

VARD recognizes the importance of having fun at work, this is why with Social by VARD you will have the chance to bond with colleagues through new experiences and shared interests. The social offer varies throughout the year and includes activities like 'walk and talk' during lunch hours, fjord cruises, cooking lessons, go karting, football practices and wine tasting, just to name a few.

Contacts

Roar Kjærstad,Delivery Manager Comms, Safety & Lights,[phone]

Location

Tennfjordvegen 113
6264Tennfjord

Key information:

Employer: Vard Electro AS
Reference number: 5165661338
Percentage of full-time: 100%
Regular
Application deadline: 30/09/2026

Delivery Manager Comms, Safety & Lights

[phone]

Om bedriften

Vard Electro is a globally recognized and trusted provider and advisor of marine electrical systems. Established in Norway in 1997, Vard Electro has today approx. 900 employees based in Norway, Romania, Brazil, Singapore, India, Italy, UK, Canada, USA and Vietnam, and operating worldwide.

In close cooperation with the customer, Vard Electro offers effective and environmentally friendly solutions with a focus on optimization of the operational performance. Vard Electro works with all established brands in the market, thereby giving customers smart solutions with a high degree of flexibility. Currently more than 300 vessels are sailing with integrated electrical systems, including complete systems for power management, propulsion, automation, and navigation, delivered by Vard Electro.