Graduate/Junior consultant – Marine Structural Engineering

Norconsult; Trondheim; On-site; NOK 520,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Bonus program

Stock ownership in the company

Young Council and mentorship

Study trips and company events

Job summary

Norconsult is seeking a graduate or junior consultant in Marine Structural Engineering to join the Trondheim team at Lerkendal. You’ll work on marine structures from concept to detailed design, collaborating with clients and senior engineers to deliver real accountability from day one.

The role involves FE analyses, concept development, and verification with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration within marine projects, including aquaculture containment and coastal infrastructure.

Qualifications

• In final year of MSc/PhD or up to 5 years' experience in Marine Technology or Structural Engineering.
• Strong analytical skills and interest in structural design, analysis and modeling.
• Fluent in English; Norwegian knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Structural design and analysis of marine structures.
• Finite element analyses.
• Concept development and design of marine structures and containment systems with clients.
• Assessment of structural response to environmental loads.
• Analysis of slender marine structures and hydroelastic systems.
• Structural verification against design standards and site conditions.
• Collaboration with hydrodynamic and other engineering disciplines.
• Preparation of calculations, reports and technical documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Norwegian knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

MSc/PhD in Marine Technology or Structural Engineering

Tools

Abaqus

Ansys

DNV SESAM

Autodesk Inventor

Python

Job description

Do you want to work with the marine structures of the future?We are looking for a graduate or junior consultant (MSc or PhD) specializing in Marine Structural Engineering to join our team at Lerkendal in Trondheim.As a graduate or junior consultant at Norconsult, you will be involved in projects, collaborate with clients, learn from experienced engineers, and take on real responsibility from day one. Through advanced engineering and interdisciplinary collaboration, you’ll help solve tomorrow’s challenges. Every day, we improve everyday life, this extends to the marine environment, where your engineering excellence and our commitment to sustainable development will shape a better future.Our marine technology team works on a wide range of innovative and complex interdisciplinary marine projects. These include concept development, design and verification of floating closed aquaculture systems, as well as projects within renewable energy and coastal infrastructure.The team has specialized expertise in the analysis and design of marine structures, and we contribute across all phases, from feasibility studies and conceptual design to detailed engineering and third-party verification.We are now looking for a motivated and talented engineer who can strengthen our marine structural engineering capabilities and contribute to the continued development of our team.Your responsibilities will include:Structural design and analysis of marine structuresFinite element analysesConcept development and design of marine structures, such as floating closed and semi-closed aquaculture containment systems, in collaboration with clientsAssessment of structural response to environmental loadsAnalysis of slender marine structures and hydroelastic systems, including flexible and membrane structuresStructural verification against relevant design standards and site conditionsCollaboration with hydrodynamic and other engineering disciplinesPreparation of calculations, reports and technical documentationFor us, it is important that you:Are in your final year of study (MSc/PhD), or have up to 5 years of relevant experience, in Marine Technology, Structural Engineering or a related discipline, preferably with a specialization in marine structuresHave strong analytical skills and an interest in structural design and analysis, concept development and numerical modellingAre accurate, solution-oriented, and proactiveCan work well independently and as part of a teamContribute to a good social and professional environmentHave good communication skills in English, written and spoken. Being fluent in Norwegian is an advantage, and candidates that do not speak Norwegian should be motivated to develop their Norwegian language skillsIt is also advantageous if you:Have knowledge of finite element methods, structural dynamics, fatigue and non-linear structural behaviorHave knowledge of sea loads and load effects on marine structuresHave knowledge of one or more of the following materials: steel, composites, concrete or PEAre familiar with FE software such as Abaqus, Ansys, DNV SESAM or similarAre familiar with 3D modelling and design tools such as Autodesk Inventor or similarAre familiar with Python or other programming/scripting languagesWith us, you will receive:Professional challenges with opportunities for self-development in exciting, complex, and innovative projectsExciting opportunities for skill enhancement and career advancement within marketing, discipline expertise, line management, and projectsA strong corporate culture characterized by informal communication channels across the organization and geographyParticipation in professional networks, mentorship, and buddy programsA dedicated forum for younger employees with direct access to the company's top management (Young Council)Flexible working hoursA bonus linked to the company's annual financial performanceA stock ownership program in Norway's largest interdisciplinary consultancy firmCompetitive salary and employment conditionsStudy trips, social events, company sports, cabins, etcAbout NorconsultNorconsult is a leading pan-Nordic interdisciplinary consulting firm. We combine engineering, architecture and digital expertise across projects of all sizes, for private and public customers. Headquartered in Sandvika, Norway, with approximately 7,200 employees across over 140 offices in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland, Poland and Finland, we combine interdisciplinary knowledge with local presence.For Norconsult it is a fundamental premise that all people are equal. The goal is that our employees should have the same opportunities to reach their full potential regardless of who they are or how they identify. A broader range of perspectives helps us understand all parts of society, challenges us in our missions, and leads to a higher degree of innovation. Therefore, we welcome employees with different backgrounds and experiences.We look forward to receiving your application!Please note that only electronic applications will be processed.LocationTrondheimApplication Deadline2026-10-30Contact person for this positionName:Bjørnar FugløyPhone:[phone]Email:[e-mail]