Engineer - SeaQ Control

Arbeidsplassen; Tennfjord; On-site; NOK 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work-from-home policy

Subsidized lunch

Subsidized gym

Competitive pension and insurance

Occupational health service

Job summary

VARD Electro AS is seeking an Engineer - SeaQ Control to design, configure, and implement maritime control systems across vessels. The role involves engineering tasks, software configuration, and collaboration with teams to deliver projects from production to commissioning.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in automation or computer science, PLC/HMI experience, and knowledge of maritime control systems, with strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Automation or Computer Science; relevant work experience may compensate.
• PLC/HMI programming experience.
• Experience with maritime control systems preferred.
• Strong communication in English

Responsibilities

• Engineering design and implementation of maritime control systems.
• Software configuration for SeaQ Control.
• Technical implementation and integration tasks.
• Support service and retrofit projects.
• Perform IAT and FAT tests.
• Project planning and reporting

Skills

PLC/HMI programming

Maritime control systems

English (oral/written)

Project experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or technical college in Automation or Computer Science

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 a Engineer - SeaQ Control 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.

The position will be responsible for the technical and administrative implementation of maritime control systems, including IAS, HVAC control, energy monitoring and remote operation solutions. Working with, among other things, documentation, engineering, software configuration, follow-up of production and commissioning, and implementation of necessary tests (IAT and FAT).

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 a Engineer - SeaQ Control 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.

The position will be responsible for the technical and administrative implementation of maritime control systems, including IAS, HVAC control, energy monitoring and remote operation solutions. Working with, among other things, documentation, engineering, software configuration, follow-up of production and commissioning, and implementation of necessary tests (IAT and FAT).

Duties and responsibilities

• Engineering


• Software configuration


• Technical implementation


• Assistance toward service and retrofit projects


• Perform internal testing (IAT) and factory testing (FAT)


• Project planning and reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or technical college in Automation or Computer Science. Relevant work experience may compensate for lack of formal education. Experience from


• PLC/HMI programming or object-based programming


• Preferably with project and product experience


• Preferably with experience from maritime control systems


• Good oral and written communication skills in English

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

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


• 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

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

Jens Andre Brandal, Delivery Manager SeaQ Control, [e-mail]

Location

Tennfjordvegen 113
6264Tennfjord

Key information:

Employer: Vard Electro AS

Reference number: 5164234650

Percentage of full-time: 100%

Regular

Application deadline: 13/09/2026

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.