Field Engineer - Norway (Fixed Term Contract for 1 year)

Build & Hire; Trondheim; On-site; NOK 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

Build & Hire in Norway is seeking a Field Engineer for a 1-year Fixed-Term Contract, involving frequent travel to project sites across Norway. The role suits experienced engineers with hands-on IoT, camera systems, sensor networks, edge devices, or similar hardware deployments.

You will deploy and maintain field hardware, troubleshoot connectivity, document site conditions, and work with product and engineering teams to improve deployment processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years field engineering or similar hands-on role.
• Experience with IoT, cameras, sensors, edge devices or hardware deployments.
• Strong networking knowledge including cellular, Wi‑Fi and VPN.
• Hands-on troubleshooting of field hardware and data capture.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel Norway.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain hardware across project sites in Norway.
• Travel to sites to install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair equipment.
• Ensure deployed hardware functions reliably and produces data.
• Diagnose issues with cameras, edge devices, connectivity, and data feeds.
• Document deployment procedures and site conditions; prepare status reports.
• Collaborate with Electro-Mechanical Engineer and Product Team on feedback.
• Remote monitoring and basic troubleshooting when required.

Skills

Field engineering

IoT deployments

Camera systems

Sensor networks

Edge devices

Networking

Tools

VPN

Wi-Fi

Job description

Field Engineer

We are currently hiring for a Field Engineer in Norway for one of our leading Client, supporting a leading global technology client.

This is a 1-year Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) role involving frequent travel to project sites across Norway. The role is ideal for an experienced field engineer with hands‑on experience in IoT, camera systems, sensor networks, edge devices, or similar hardware deployments.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain hardware across project sites throughout Norway.
• Travel to project sites, including on short notice, to install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair deployed equipment.
• Ensure hardware deployed across project sites is functioning reliably and actively producing high-quality data.
• Diagnose issues involving cameras, edge devices, connectivity, and data feeds.
• Troubleshoot cellular, Wi-Fi, VPN, and other data connectivity issues.
• Perform hands‑on installation, wiring, mounting, calibration, and maintenance of field equipment.
• Document deployment procedures, site conditions, equipment performance, and field issues.
• Prepare clear reports on site status, equipment performance, and troubleshooting activities.
• Work closely with the Electro-Mechanical Engineer and Product Team to identify field issues and provide feedback for product and design improvements.
• Perform remote monitoring and basic troubleshooting of deployed devices where required.
• Make independent technical decisions while working on‑site and escalating issues appropriately.
• Support ongoing improvements to deployment processes and field reliability.

Required Skills / Primary Skills

• 5+ years of experience in Field Engineering or a similar hands‑on engineering role.
• Experience with IoT, camera systems, sensor networks, edge devices, or similar hardware deployments.
• Strong working knowledge of networking and data connectivity, including cellular, Wi‑Fi, and VPN.
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting camera systems, edge devices, or data‑capture hardware.
• Basic electrical and mechanical aptitude, including wiring, mounting hardware, installation, and physical troubleshooting.
• Ability to independently diagnose and resolve hardware and connectivity issues in field environments.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel frequently across Norway, including at short notice.
• Ability to work independently on‑site with minimal supervision.
• Strong documentation, reporting, and communication skills.

Additional Skills

• Experience working with electro-mechanical systems or hardware-adjacent engineering.
• Experience with remote monitoring of deployed devices and data quality.
• Background in IoT or distributed hardware deployments.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in variable weather and site conditions.
• Experience collaborating with product, hardware, and engineering teams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to make sound technical judgments in the field.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Employment Details

• Location: Norway
• Mode of Employment: Fixed-Term Contract (FTC)
• Contract Duration: 1 year
• Travel: Frequent travel across project sites in Norway
• Driver's License: Mandatory