SPS - Topside Controls System Engineer

IOTA Group; Kongsberg; Remote; NOK 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

IOTA Group is seeking an experienced SPS – Topside Controls System Engineer to support its Project Brown Field portfolio, based in Kongsberg, Norway. The role centers on Subsea Production Control System (SPCS) engineering and close coordination with international contractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary teams across Norway, Angola, the UK, Malaysia and France.

You will review documentation, participate in FATs, ensure compliance with TotalEnergies specs, monitor progress and support offshore

Qualifications

• Must have 15+ years in Oil & Gas.
• Significant Subsea Production Control Systems (SPCS) experience.
• Experience in offshore integration campaigns and FPSO modifications is highly desirable.
• Experience in engineering reviews, equipment manufacturing, supplier surveillance, testing and commissioning.
• Proficiency in documentation review and QA/QC processes.
• Fluent English; Portuguese and/or French are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the SPS Control System Lead Engineer in all SPCS activities within the PBF portfolio.
• Review and approve engineering documentation, specifications, drawings, technical queries and deviations.
• Ensure compliance with TotalEnergies specifications, project requirements and applicable standards.
• Monitor progress to meet quality, safety and schedule targets.
• Supervise manufacturing and fabrication of subsea control system equipment and ITDS equipment.
• Participate in supplier inspections, FAT/SIT and other QC activities.
• Coordinate with international contractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

SPCS architecture

Subsea controls

Offshore testing

Supplier surveillance

Engineering documentation

Project coordination

HSE awareness

Education

Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering

Instrumentation & Control

Automation

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced SPS – Topside Controls System Engineer to support its Project Brown Field (PBF) portfolio, based in Kongsberg, Norway.

Project Brown Field (PBF) is responsible for the development and execution of brownfield projects across several offshore assets in Angola, including Block 17, Block 17/06 and Block 32. The portfolio covers projects at various stages, from FEED and engineering through fabrication, installation, commissioning and handover to operations.

The role will focus on the Subsea Production Control System (SPCS), supporting the SPS Control System Lead Engineer in overseeing engineering, procurement, manufacturing, testing and offshore integration activities.

The position involves close coordination with international contractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary engineering teams across Norway, Angola, the UK, Malaysia and France.

The successful candidate will contribute to the safe and timely delivery of multiple subsea projects, ensuring technical compliance, quality, cost efficiency and schedule performance. Frequent international and offshore missions to Angola should be expected.

• Support the SPS Control System Lead Engineer in managing all Subsea Production Control System (SPCS) activities across the PBF project portfolio.
• Review and approve engineering documentation, specifications, drawings, technical queries and design deviations issued by SPS contractors.
• Ensure compliance with TotalEnergies specifications, project requirements, international codes, standards and applicable regulations.
• Monitor engineering progress and ensure technical deliverables meet project quality, safety and schedule requirements.
• Supervise and monitor the manufacturing and fabrication of subsea control system equipment and associated ICSS equipment.
• Participate in supplier inspections, quality audits, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), integration tests and other planned QC activities.
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor performance, ensuring compliance with contractual, technical and quality requirements.
• Review Manufacturing Record Books (MRBs), inspection records and manufacturing documentation.
• Monitor manufacturing progress, identify potential schedule delays and propose corrective and mitigation actions.
• Manage technical punch list items and ensure critical issues are closed before equipment delivery and handover.
• Review and approve Mechanical Completion dossiers and ensure proper documentation handover to commissioning teams.
• Supervise topside integration campaigns offshore, particularly onboard FPSOs in Angola.
• Participate in onshore testing and integration activities related to subsea control systems.
• Provide technical support to offshore commissioning and installation teams during project execution.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, contractors and suppliers to ensure consistency of technical solutions.
• Participate in FEED and pre-project studies for future subsea infill developments.
• Identify technical risks, propose mitigation measures and promote continuous improvement, innovation and cost optimization.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE requirements and promote a strong safety culture throughout all project activities.

Qualifications

Education

• Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Control, Automation, Electronics or a related discipline.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Significant experience in Subsea Production Control Systems (SPCS).
• Proven experience in subsea production control system engineering and project execution.
• Experience in engineering reviews, equipment manufacturing, supplier surveillance, testing and commissioning.
• Previous experience working with major subsea contractors, equipment manufacturers and international suppliers.
• Experience in offshore integration campaigns, FPSO modifications and commissioning activities is highly desirable.
• Experience with brownfield projects and SIMOPS environments is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Subsea Production Control System architecture and equipment.
• Experience reviewing engineering documentation, technical specifications, drawings and design deviations.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, inspection and test plans (ITPs), FAT, SIT and quality control activities.
• Experience with Mechanical Completion, Manufacturing Record Books (MRBs), punch lists and as-built documentation.
• Good understanding of offshore installation, topside integration and commissioning activities.
• Familiarity with TotalEnergies General Specifications and engineering standards is an advantage.
• Knowledge of project execution, contractor management, planning and cost control.

Languages

• Fluent English is mandatory.
• Portuguese and/or French would be an advantage.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to undertake frequent international and offshore missions, particularly to Angola.
• Ability to work effectively within multicultural and geographically distributed project teams.
• Strong communication, coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive approach to risk management, problem-solving and technical decision-making.
• Strong commitment to HSE, quality and project delivery objectives.

Service Location: Kongsberg Offices, Norway

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