Project Engineer – Electrical & Automation Systems

Volito; Norway; Remoto; NOK 431.000 - 503.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Volito in Norway is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to join a long-term freelance project focused on developing, integrating, and delivering electrical and automation solutions for advanced live fish handling systems.

The role covers design through commissioning, including electrical design, I/O, IEC-61131-3 control, HMI/SCADA configuration with Ignition, QA documentation, and cross-functional collaboration. Remote work with potential travels; part-time start, then full-time.

Competenze

• 5+ years of practical experience in electrical engineering and automation.
• Experience with HMI and Ignition SCADA software.
• Experience with IEC-61131-3 based control systems and PLCs.
• Offshore project experience preferred (fish farms, offshore oil/gas, offshore wind).
• Electrical design and CAD/CAE tools proficiency.
• Understanding of P&ID diagrams, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Strong English communication.

Mansioni

• Design electrical systems, distributions, and pneumatic solutions using CAD/CAE tools.
• Create I/O lists and implement control logic per IEC-61131-3.
• Develop and configure HMI/SCADA interfaces with Ignition.
• Contribute to QA and AsBuilt documentation.
• Provide technical support to customers, suppliers, and production teams.
• Participate in testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning, including on-site travel.
• Manage version control and collaborative projects using Git.
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated, reliable solutions.
• Balance hands-on design with practical problem-solving for humane fish handling.

Conoscenze

Electrical engineering

Automation systems

HMI / Ignition SCADA

IEC-61131-3 PLC

Offshore projects

Electrical design CAD/CAE

P&ID / Pneumatic & Hydraulic

Strumenti

CAD/CAE tools

Git

Ignition SCADA (HMI)

Descrizione del lavoro

• Relevant practical experience in electrical engineering and automation systems
• Knowledge of Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and Ignition SCADA software
• Experience with control systems based on IEC-61131-3
• Experience with PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)
• Experience in offshore projects (working for offshore fish farms, or for offshore oil/gas platforms, or for offshore wind farms)
• Experience with electrical design and CAD/CAE tools
• Understanding of P&ID diagrams, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic systems

Required experience: 5+ years

Project period: ASAP, long-term, minimum 6 months, but if everything goes well, the goal is long-term extendable for another year. Part-time is possible for the first month, afterwards a full-time engagement is expected.

Type of engagement: It is a long-term and full-time freelance contract.

Hourly pay: 30 EUR / hour (for part-time) 35 EUR / hour (for full-time) possible to grow depending on the quality and delivery

Place of work: remote home office, for the client in Norway

Methodologies: Agile / Scrum

Level of English: Good; Talking, Reading, and Writing

In this role, you will play a key part in developing, integrating, and delivering electrical and automation solutions for advanced live fish handling systems. The work spans the full project lifecycle – from early design through to on-site installation, testing, and commissioning.

Main tasks and responsibilities include:

• Designing electrical systems, distributions, and pneumatic solutions using CAD/CAE tools.
• Creating I/O lists, understanding signals, and implementing control logic according to the IEC-61131-3 standard.
• Developing and configuring HMI/SCADA interfaces and functions, primarily using Ignition (from Inductive Automation).
• Contributing to quality assurance, including preparation of AsBuilt documentation and technical delivery packages.
• Providing technical support and follow-up to customers, suppliers, and internal production teams.
• Participating in testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities (including some travel for on-site work).
• Managing version control and collaborative project work using Git.
• Collaborating across disciplines with teams in automation, software, mechanics, and production to ensure integrated, reliable solutions.
• The role combines hands-on design and programming with practical problem-solving in a project-oriented environment, focusing on creating efficient, biology-friendly automation that supports gentle fish handling processes.

Short info about the client:

The company specializes in developing, designing, and manufacturing complete systems and technologies for gentle handling, transport, and management of live fish in the fisheries and aquaculture sectors. Its core business revolves around creating advanced fish handling solutions that prioritize high fish welfare, biosecurity, minimal stress and injury (ensuring fish remain intact), operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability. These systems support wellboats, fishing vessels, conventional aquaculture facilities (e.g., sea-based cages), and land-based farms (including RAS facilities).

Key technologies and innovations include:

• Gentle loading/unloading and transfer systems (e.g. advanced valve technologies like Flowline concepts for safe, low-impact fish movement)
• Complete fish logistics and handling pipelines, integrating pressure sorting, grading, biomass estimation, water separation, and treatment (including fresh water reuse)
• Automation, electrical, and control systems (based on standards like IEC-61131-3, with HMI/SCADA integration, I/O design, control logic, and version control)
• Fluid handling components (pneumatic, hydraulic systems, P&ID diagrams)
• Integrated solutions combining biology, mechanics, software development, and engineering to connect facility components—from intake to end processing—while optimizing conditions for fish health and quality.