Senior SAS Engineer

Sperton Global AS; Oslo; On-site; NOK 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Sperton Norway is seeking a Senior SAS Engineer to lead the design and integration of Safety and Automation Systems for offshore Brownfield projects on the Norwegian Continental Shelf. You will ensure designs meet NCS standards and collaborate across disciplines.

The role requires extensive O&G SAS experience, fluency in Norwegian and English, and hands-on delivery of SCDs, F&G layouts, C&E matrices, and FAT support.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Oil & Gas projects on the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS).
• Deep familiarity with NORSOK standards and Norwegian regulatory requirements.
• Professional fluency in Norwegian and English is required (one role in Bergen is English-only).
• Ability to work independently on separate tasks while maintaining strong interdisciplinary cooperation.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAS system design for process, utility, and electrical systems, including interfaces, FS, and HMI input.
• Prepare and complete core SAS documents such as System Control Diagrams (SCDs), Fire & Gas (F&G) layouts, C&E matrices, and ESD/PSD block logic.
• Act as a verifier for all discipline deliveries to ensure peak quality and proper alarm classification.
• Actively participate in Fire & Gas safety reviews and interdisciplinary design assessments.
• Manage vendor technical documentation and participate in FAT and testing activities.
• Liaise with other engineering disciplines, suppliers, and the client to ensure progress and turnover of required information.

Skills

Oil & Gas projects

NORSOK standards

Norwegian & English fluency

Independent work / teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent)

Engineering College / Craft Certificate

Upper Secondary School / Vocational Curriculum

Tools

TIME

Microsoft Visio

SAP

MIPS

Job description

Location: Bergen & Stavanger, Norway

Work Model: Office-based

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior SAS Engineerfor one of our client's to join a long-term Brownfield EPCI framework agreement.

In this role, you will be responsible for the quality, delivery, and integration of Safety and Automation Systems (SAS). You will act as a technical pillar within the project, ensuring that all automation designs are robust, safe, and in full compliance with Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS) standards.

What You'll Do?

• System Design & Integration: Lead SAS system design for process, utility, and electrical systems, including interfaces, Functional Specifications (FS), and HMI input.

• Engineering Deliverables: Prepare and complete core SAS documents such as System Control Diagrams (SCDs), Fire & Gas (F&G) layouts, Cause & Effect (C&E) matrices, and ESD/PSD block logic.

• Quality Assurance: Act as a verifier for all discipline deliveries, including alarm classification, software reports, and HMI documentation to ensure peak quality.

• Safety Participation: Actively participate in Fire & Gas safety reviews and interdisciplinary design assessments.

• Vendor Follow-up: Manage vendor technical documentation and participate in testing activities/Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).

• Project Coordination: Liaise with other engineering disciplines, suppliers, and the client to ensure all required information is identified and communicated for project progress.

Who You Are:

We accept candidates meeting one of the following seniority levels:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.

• Engineering College / Craft Certificate with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience.

• Upper Secondary School / Vocational Curriculum with a minimum of 18 years of high-level experience.

Required Skills:

• Extensive experience with Oil & Gas projects on the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS).

• Deep familiarity with NORSOK standards and Norwegian regulatory requirements.

• Professional fluency in Norwegian and English is required (one role in Bergen is English-only).

• Ability to work independently on separate tasks while maintaining strong interdisciplinary cooperation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with ConocoPhillips (COPNO) related projects is highly advantageous.

Software & Systems:

Proficiency in the following tools is required:

• TIME (Project/engineering tool)

• Microsoft Visio (For SCD and logic drawings)

• SAP and MIPS

Evaluation Criteria:

Candidates will be assessed based on the following prioritized points:

1. NCS & NORSOK Expertise: Documented experience with Norwegian offshore regulations.

2. Software Proficiency: Practical experience with TIME, Visio, and SAP.

3. Project Track Record: Proven history within Oil & Gas Brownfield/M&M projects.

4. Verification Skills: Demonstrated ability to check and quality-assure SAS documentation.

About SPERTON:

This position is sponsored by Sperton Norway, a recruitment and consulting company with an international focus. We are committed to helping our clients succeed in their hiring processes and finding the right people for the right positions.