Senior Service Engineer (m/f/d)

NACOS Marine; Drammen; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

NACOS Marine in Drammen is seeking a Senior Service Engineer to strengthen our automation service organization. You will program, commission, service, and support Integrated Alarm & Control Systems (IAS/IAMCS) and SCADA solutions for marine applications.

You will work closely with shipowners, shipyards, and internal engineering teams across the full service lifecycle, from software integration and refit projects to warranty handling and sea trials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with industrial automation systems, SCADA solutions, and PLC programming (IEC 61131-3 preferred).
• Excellent troubleshooting skills across automation software, electronics, computers, and industrial networks.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning, service, refits, upgrades, FAT/HAT, and sea trial support for marine automation systems worldwide.
• Develop, modify, and standardize PLC and SCADA software, both in-house and onboard vessels.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation, software, and hardware issues under operational conditions.
• Handle warranty cases for newbuild projects and provide remote and onboard support to shipowners and vessel crews.
• Prepare, update, and maintain technical documentation such as functional descriptions, drawings, and interface documentation.
• Support class compliance, customer acceptance, and system handover activities.
• Act as a trusted technical interface toward customers, shipyards, and internal stakeholders

Skills

Industrial automation

SCADA systems

PLC programming (IEC 61131-3)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Automation or Electrical Engineering

Job description

NACOS Marine is a globally integrated group at the forefront of maritime automation, navigation, and control systems. With decades of experience and a strong portfolio of trusted solutions, we support safe, efficient, and reliable vessel operations worldwide. Our automation technologies play a critical role in enabling modern cruise ships and large commercial vessels to operate safely and efficiently throughout their lifecycle.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior Service Engineer (m/f/d) to strengthen our automation service organization in Drammen. In this role, you will be responsible for programming, commissioning, servicing, and supporting Integrated Alarm & Control Systems (IAS/IAMCS) and SCADA solutions for marine applications.

You will work closely with shipowners, shipyards, and internal engineering teams, covering the full service lifecycle from software integration and refit projects to warranty handling and sea trials. The position combines strong technical ownership with a customer-facing, hands‑on service role and requires a high level of independence, flexibility, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning, service, refits, upgrades, FAT/HAT, and sea trial support for marine automation systems worldwide
• Develop, modify, and standardize PLC and SCADA software, both in‑house and onboard vessels
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation, software, and hardware issues under operational conditions
• Handle warranty cases for newbuild projects and provide remote and onboard support to shipowners and vessel crews
• Prepare, update, and maintain technical documentation such as functional descriptions, drawings, and interface documentation
• Support class compliance, customer acceptance, and system handover activities
• Act as a trusted technical interface toward customers, shipyards, and internal stakeholders

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Solid hands‑on experience with industrial automation systems, SCADA solutions, and PLC programming (IEC 61131-3 preferred)
• Strong troubleshooting skills across automation software, electronics, computers, and industrial networks
• Experience with industrial and marine communication protocols such as Modbus, NMEA, OPC, and Profibus
• Comfortable working onboard vessels and traveling internationally for service and commissioning assignments
• Fluency in English and Norwegian, both written and spoken
• Ability to obtain NATO and national security clearance in accordance with applicable regulations
• Strong service mindset with a clear focus on customer satisfaction and quality delivery

Why choose us and why we’d choose you

At NACOS Marine, we empower people to take ownership, act responsibly, and shape their professional path. We work in a collaborative, solution‑oriented environment where safety, reliability, and quality are always top priorities.

You will work end‑to‑end with advanced marine automation systems contributing directly to vessel safety and operational performance while developing your expertise in an international and highly professional setting. If you are driven by technical excellence, enjoy customer interaction, and thrive in complex operational environments, this role offers a strong and meaningful next step.

Please note that we are subject to the Norwegian Security Act, as stated below in both Norwegian and English.

Security Clearance

NACOS Valmarine AS provides solutions and services to the defence and security sector, and parts of our operations are subject to the Norwegian Security Act. For certain positions, it is therefore a requirement that the successful candidate is eligible for authorization and, where required by the position, security clearance in accordance with applicable Norwegian regulations and governmental requirements.

Candidates should be aware that the necessary security assessment may form part of the recruitment process, and that employment in certain positions may be conditional upon obtaining and maintaining the required security approvals.