Senior Engineer

Kongsberg Gruppen; Ulsteinvik; On-site; NOK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime solutions provider in Ulsteinvik is looking for a Senior Engineer to act as a technical authority within the support team. You will lead troubleshooting efforts, mentor other engineers, and contribute to cross-functional projects focused on propulsion products. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering and has a strong technical background in thrusters equipment. This is a senior level position offering competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Professional development and career opportunities

Competitive pay and benefits

Access to a social welfare club

Qualifications

• Strong ability to learn and adapt to new software systems.
• Experience with technical documentation and QA processes.
• Background in hydraulic systems is considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and resolve complex technical cases within the Thrusters portfolio.
• Drive root cause analysis and resolution of recurring technical issues.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Product Management, and Sales.

Skills

Technical knowledge of thrusters equipment

Fluent in English

Fluent in Norwegian

Analytical thinking

Proactive and accountable

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering

Job description

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer, reporting to the Team Leader Technical Support. In this advanced role, you will act as a technical authority within the support team, delivering expert‑level assistance on propulsion products to both internal and external stakeholders.

You will lead complex troubleshooting efforts, mentor engineers, and contribute to strategic initiatives across cross‑functional projects. A key part of your role will be shaping and enhancing technical support capabilities and documentation for Global Customer Support, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and service excellence.

You will deliver services across the entire product lifecycle — from commissioning and operational support to legacy systems and retirement. Our portfolio includes conventional propellers, azimuth propellers, gearboxes, tunnel thrusters.

Responsibilities

• Lead and resolve complex technical cases within the Thrusters portfolio.
• Drive root cause analysis and resolution of recurring technical issues.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Product Management, and Sales to develop advanced technical solutions.
• Act as escalation point for internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent Technical Support in cross‑functional projects.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers to build team capability.
• Participate in out‑of‑office‑hours support team duty (one week rotation).

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of thrusters equipment and maritime operations.
• Experience with technical documentation and quality assurance processes.
• Ability to build trust and foster productive team relationships.
• Strong ability to learn and adapt to new software systems.
• Background in hydraulic systems is considered an advantage.
• Fluent in both spoken and written English and Norwegian.

This employment may require security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority, clearance through Civil Aviation Authority or a background check.

You are able to

• Be proactive and accountable, with strong decision‑making skills.
• Apply analytical thinking to solve complex problems.
• Communicate clearly and in a structured manner.
• Collaborate effectively and share knowledge within the team.
• Demonstrate an innovative mindset with a drive for continuous improvement.

What We Can Offer

• Senior‑level position in a global leader in maritime solutions.
• International work environment and multidisciplinary team collaboration.
• Exciting and important role with the world‑leading supplier of maritime solutions.
• Professional development and career opportunities.
• Competitive pay and benefits, including attractive insurance policies and pension schemes.
• Access to a social welfare club with social and recreational activities.

Application Deadline

*The deadline to apply is 10.12. but please be aware that we will review applications on an ongoing basis and might reach out to relevant candidates ahead of this date.

Work location

Ulsteinvik

Point of contact

Alen Nuhic, Team Leader Technical Support
[phone]

About the Company

Kongsberg Maritime is a technology pioneer, enabling a more sustainable future for our oceans. Our zero‑emission integrated technologies advance the maritime industry and solve our customers' toughest problems. With unmatched competence, domain knowledge, innovation, and market reach, we are the trusted maritime partner. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales and service facilities in 35 countries. Our Global Customer Support division is responsible for Kongsberg Maritime's services, upgrades and support in the aftermarket. Our 2,300 employees are present in 35 different countries around the world. During the operational lifetime of more than 30,000 installations, we ensure cost‑efficient delivery of services, upgrades and spare parts in order to secure availability and predictability to our customers. KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group. Throughout our proud two hundred year history, we have continuously advanced, applying innovative solutions to the needs of our customers, partners and society at large. We believe diversity is our strength. By fostering an inclusive and diverse culture we nurture and ensure space for different perspectives and ideas. We work determined to mature and improve our ability to utilize our diversity and culture of differences to create positive business results. Protechting people and planet