Senior Project Engineer - Automation

Erithy; Oslo; On-site; NOK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for permanent employment

Career fast-tracking

Access to consultant network

Job summary

Erithy is looking for a Senior Project Engineer - Automation to join our team in Oslo. The role involves leading multidisciplinary project teams and requires strong expertise in automation. Candidates should have a relevant degree and substantial experience, especially in PLC/DCS programming.

This position offers the opportunity to work on exciting energy projects in Norway, with a focus on personal development and career stability. Fluency in Norwegian and English is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in automation.
• Ability to identify practical solutions to complex problems.
• Experience in PLC/DCS programming is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Plan, design, program, test, and commission projects.
• Perform service and follow up on existing customers.

Skills

PLC/DCS programming

Communication between HMI systems and PLCs

Problem-solving

Fluency in Norwegian and English

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automation or related field

Job description

Erithy, previously known as Be Better Contractors, specializes in the design and construction of sustainable subsea infrastructure globally.

We deliver consultancy services within the oil and gas industry, high voltage cables, biogas and hydrogen, as well as civil engineering services and project administration.

Created in 2017, Erithy has grown into a consultancy team made up of various profiles from Europe, South America and the Middle East, working on projects across Norway.

We are always on the lookout for new talented individuals to join our team, and we hope that you will be our new member!

We are now looking for a Senior Project Engineer - Automation for one of our customers based in Oslo.

Duration: 01.07.2026 - 30.06.2027

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in multidisciplinary project teams
• Plan, design, program, test, and commission projects
• Perform service and follow up on existing customers and installed systems
• Program 800xA controllers and HMIs
• Collaborate with and provide input to the sales organization

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, and/or technical vocational education within automation or a related field
• Experience with PLC/DCS programming is an advantage
• Knowledge of communication between HMI systems and PLCs (OPC, Profibus, Modbus, Comli)
• Ability to identify simple and practical solutions to complex problems
• Fluent in both Norwegian and English, written and spoken
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• Some travel should be expected in connection with commissioning and service activities

Benefits

• Working on exciting Norwegian energy projects
• Fast-track your career as a consultant for one of our customers
• We offer opportunities for permanent employment, where stability and personal development are the main focus
• Access our network of consultants and customers, and expand your opportunities
• In Erithy, we care and know our consultants on a personal level, and follow-up their progression

Join Erithy now!