Subsea Engineer / Optical

Tampnet A/S; Stavanger; On-site; NOK 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampnet seeks a Subsea Engineer / Optical to join our Stavanger team. You will project manage, design and execute expansions, improvements and maintenance of the subsea fibre infrastructure.

The role includes tender support, life cycle management, focus on amplified submarine fibre systems (PFE, testing, verification), supplier management, and product development. We offer varied days, development opportunities, and a collaborative, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience.
• Relevant experience may compensate for the requirement of education.

Responsibilities

• Project management, design, engineer and execute projects for expansions, improvements, operation and maintenance of the subsea fibre infrastructure.
• Provide engineering administrative support for tenders, projects, and studies.
• Contribute to improvements in short, medium-, and long-term Life Cycle Management for the Fibre Optic Cable infrastructure in Tampnet.
• Special focus on amplified (repeatered) submarine fibre optic cable systems (power feed equipment (PFE), optical performance, testing and verification).
• Installation contractor follow up, cable supplier management.
• Product development related to fibre and Tampnet’s subsea infrastructure.
• Contribute to a positive work environment in the team/department.

Education

Master's degree

Job description

We are now looking for an Subsea Engineer / Optical to join Tampnet.

At Tampnet, we embrace an entrepreneurial mindset and are fortunate to work with talented colleagues across different geographies, all aligned toward a common goal — to continuously move Tampnet forward. As the world’s leading offshore communications provider, we are proud to contribute to a greener planet while enhancing the quality of life for others.

Our core values guide the way we work: we are Dedicated, Reliable, Innovative, Caring and we act with Integrity — together, we represent the Tampnet DRIVE.

By joining us, you will become part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being. We take pride in fostering a positive work environment and offer various initiatives for professional and social enrichment, including training sessions, weekly padel games, team-building activities, summer events, and activity competitions such as "Tampnet on the Move".

Main responsibilities and tasks

• Project management, design, engineer and execute projects for expansions, improvements, operation and maintenance of the subsea fibre infrastructure

• Provide engineering administrative support for tenders, projects, and studies

• Contribute to improvements in short, medium-, and long-term Life Cycle Management for
  the Fibre Optic Cable infrastructure in Tampnet

• Special focus on amplified (repeatered) submarine fibre optic cable systems (power feed equipment (PFE), optical performance, testing and verification)

• Installation contractor follow up, cable supplier management

• Product development related to fibre and Tampnet’s subsea infrastructure

• Contribute to a positive work environment in the team/department

Qualification requirements

• Relevant master’s degree

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience

• Relevant experience may compensate for the requirement of education

Security requirements

• The position may require the processing of documents and information that mandates security clearance in accordance with the Norwegian Security Act. Read more about security clearance at https://www.nsm.no/.

We offer

• Varied working days with independence and challenging tasks

• Great opportunities for professional and personal development in a growing company

• Professional and social work environment

• Interact with exciting customers, projects and new technology

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package

• Modern office locations, some travel should be expected

Application deadline

• October 18th, 2026

• Relevant candidates will be contacted on an ongoing basis