Project Engineer – Electro & Automation

COSL AS; Sandnes; On-site; NOK 650,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drilling contractor in Stavanger is seeking an experienced Project Engineer – Electro & Automation to oversee electrical systems and automation on offshore drilling units. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in offshore drilling and a relevant bachelor's degree. You will be responsible for project coordination, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and improving operational performance in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive terms

Growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience with offshore drilling electrical and automation systems.
• Strong knowledge of power distribution, PLCs, control systems, and relevant offshore regulations.
• Hands-on experience in project execution.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all SPS activities involving electrical distribution, automation, and control systems.
• Support inspections, upgrades, and maintenance in line with industry and regulatory standards.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement solutions for technical and operational challenges.

Skills

Electrical distribution

Automation systems

Control systems

Project execution

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Automation, or Control Systems Engineering

Job description

Join the Team! Project Engineer – Electro & Automation

In COSL Drilling Europe, we place great value on our core values: Honesty, Motivation & Cooperation. Our primary commitment is to achieve our ultimate HSE goal of zero injuries and zero damage to personnel, the environment, and assets.

COSL is a cost-efficient drilling contractor dedicated to delivering solutions for the energy transition with advanced, low-emission drilling rigs. We rely on all employees to contribute actively to building a strong company culture, ensuring that CDE maintains its position as one of the preferred suppliers of drilling services.

We are seeking an experienced, proactive and motivated Project Engineer – Electro & Automation to plan, oversee and follow up Electro and Automation systems onboard offshore drilling units on Special Periodic Surveys (SPS)

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all SPS activities involving electrical distribution, automation, and control systems.
• Support inspections, upgrades, and maintenance in line with industry and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with drilling contractors, vendors, and classification societies to ensure project success.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement solutions for technical and operational challenges.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and project records.
• Ensure proper documentation, reporting, and quality control throughout the projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Automation, or Control Systems Engineering (or related field).
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience with offshore drilling electrical and automation systems Preferably from MODU
• Strong knowledge of power distribution, PLCs, control systems, and relevant offshore regulations.
• Hands-on experience in project execution.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

In COSL Drilling Europe, we offer more than just competitive terms—we provide a platform for growth, innovation, and meaningful impact within a dynamic and supportive work environment. Our team members are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally, while actively contributing to environmental sustainability.

If you are ambitious, driven, and ready to make a real difference, we want to hear from you.

Join COSL Drilling Europe and be part of a team that is setting new industry standards, shaping the future of drilling, and helping you take your career to exciting new heights.

COSL Drilling Europe is an equal opportunity employer.

Workplace: COSL Drilling Europe head office in Stavanger

COSL Drilling Europe was established in 2005, and has its head office located in Stavanger, Norway. Today we operate four modern drilling units. We have a solid owner with stable ratings in China Oilfield Services Limited, listed at the Shanghai Stock Exchange, with ambitions to strengthen its foothold in the North Sea.

Our four semi-submersible drilling rigs were delivered from the yard respectively in November 2010, November 2011, May 2012, and November 2014. The first drilling operations started in Norway in August 2011 and COSL Drilling Europe has since then been in continuous operation drilling and completing wells in Norway, UK, Faroe Islands and New Zealand.

The drilling units are of a similar design and have all proven strong and consistent performance deliveries.

Our rig portfolio has a proven track record of having the most efficient and best-performing rigs in the North Sea. COSL is setting a new standard in the North Sea with its energy efficiency. Our ambition is to deliver carbon neutral drilling operations within 2025.