North Development Program 2027 - Engineer Electrical Technology

Equinor UK; Hammerfest; On-site; NOK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Global parental leave

Bonus scheme

Pension plan

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Equinor UK seeks an electrical engineer for the Hammerfest LNG site, working in a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, reliable power and electrical systems. You will support integrity, contribute to design, and assist in implementing improvements in a highly regulated industrial environment.

The role emphasizes safety culture, Norwegian language proficiency, and collaboration across disciplines, with interviews tied to the North Development Program in Harstad. Hammerfest living is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering or another relevant electrical subject. Completed degree by August 2027.
• No more than three years of relevant fulltime work experience.
• Understanding of electrical systems in a large, highly regulated industrial facility.
• Ability to familiarize yourself with digital tools used in the job.
• Ability to contribute to a positive and safe work environment.
• Proficiency in Norwegian (verbal and written) and proficient English communication.
• Excitement about living and working in Hammerfest.

Responsibilities

• Support technical integrity through electrical technical assistance and various operation and maintenance services.
• Assist in design, implementation, and quality assurance of minor improvement proposals in safety and electrical systems.
• Contribute to safe and efficient design and execution of modifications.
• Contribute to safety in design and operations for the asset.
• Provide technical support during extended production disruptions.
• Proactively support assets in production optimization.
• Work on a broad set of deliveries and join a professional network.

Skills

Team player

Multidisciplinary

Digital tools

English communication

Norwegian proficiency

Education

Electrical engineering degree (BSc/MSc)

Job description

What does the job involve?

At Hammerfest LNG, you will have the opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary engineering environment alongside great colleagues, tackling exciting tasks and professional challenges. Your work will primarily take place at the Hammerfest LNG site, in close proximity to an operating plant.

What will my tasks be?

• Support technical integrity through electrical technical assistance and various operation and maintenance services.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and quality assurance of minor improvement proposals in safety and electrical systems, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Contribute to safe and efficient design and execution of modifications.
• Contribute to safety in design and operations for the asset.
• Provide technical support in the event of extended production disruption.
• Proactively support assets in production optimization.
• Work on a broad set of deliveries and join a professional network.

Here’s what we expect from you:

At Equinor, there are some overall qualities we regard as essential. We want you to identify with the values that guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow: open, collaborative, courageous and caring. We expect you to make safety your priority and to contribute to our zero-harm culture. And for this specific position, we are also looking for:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering or another relevant electrical subject. Completed degree by August 2027.
• No more than three years of relevant fulltime work experience. Formal experience is not a requirement.
• An understanding of the context of electrical systems in a large and complex highly regulated industrial facility.
• Ability to familiarize yourself with digital tools used in the job.
• Ability to contribute to a positive and safe work environment.
• Team player with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Motivated to solve tasks in a dedicated and responsible manner.
• As an electrical engineer, you are required to have proficiency in Norwegian (both verbally and in writing) and proficient English communication.
• Excitement about the opportunity to be living and working in Hammerfest.

Please be aware that final interviews for the positions within the North Development Program will take place in Equinor office in Harstad in the period January 27th - January 28th, 2027.

What can we offer you?

We want you to have a rewarding and fulfilling work life. That's why we offer:

• Not just a job - a career
• In Equinor, your development begins on day one. You will build your competence through a wide range of learning activities while being empowered to build your career across multiple disciplines and geographies. Our internal job market allows a wide range of opportunities for development and growth within your own field, or even in other areas you find interesting and relevant.
• Attractive rewards
• We give you a comprehensive benefits package with a competitive salary, global parental leave, bonus scheme and pension plan.
• Wellness and work-life balance
• We care about and prioritise our employees' well-being. We know that for you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace, being able to collect your children, attend a class or simply enjoy social time can be invaluable. That's why we encourage you to make use of our flexible work arrangements wherever possible.
• An inclusive culture
• We believe embracing our differences makes us stronger. For us, true inclusion means being able to bring your whole self to work, and for you and everyone else to feel accepted and valued.
• Equal opportunities for everyone
• Equinor is an equal-opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions, which include hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, and training, without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or any other protected status.
• As part of this commitment, reasonable adjustments will be made during the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities or long-term