Technology Manager Automation

Elkem ASA Technology; Oslo; On-site; NOK 1,100,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Elkem ASA Technology seeks a Technology Manager Automation to act as corporate discipline authority for industrial automation and control systems. You will drive harmonization, standardization, and continuous improvement across Elkem’s production sites and projects in Norway.

The role combines technology leadership with governance, ensuring safe, robust, and value-driven automation solutions. You will collaborate with operations, maintenance and projects, lead lifecycle management, and

Qualifications

• MSc in Automation, Cybernetics, Control Systems Engineering or similar with at least 10 years of relevant industrial experience.
• Strong technical expertise in industrial automation systems including PLC, DCS, SCADA, and lifecycle management.
• Good understanding of process safety, HSE requirements and safety-related automation functions.
• Fluent in English and a Scandinavian language, preferably Norwegian.

Responsibilities

• Act as corporate discipline advisor and assurance function for IACS, providing technical guidance and solution reviews for plants and projects.
• Drive harmonization, standardization and implementation of automation best practices across Elkem with technology roadmaps.
• Collaborate with production sites and operations to identify automation needs and opportunities to improve safety, reliability and performance.
• Oversee lifecycle management, modernization of legacy systems, and safety-related automation requirements in cooperation with safety resources.
• Contribute to Elkem's digitalization journey by delivering robust automation solutions and mentoring colleagues.

Skills

English communication

Scandinavian language

Industrial automation

PLC

DCS

SCADA

Lifecycle management

Education

MSc in Automation, Cybernetics, Control Systems Engineering or similar

10+ years industrial experience

Job description

• Sektor Privat

Serve as corporate discipline authority for industrial automation and control systems, driving standardization and continuous improvement.

• MSc in Automation, Cybernetics, Control Systems Engineering or similar
• At least 10 years of relevant industrial experience
• Expertise in PLC, DCS, SCADA, industrial networks and lifecycle management
• Understanding of process safety, HSE and safety-related automation
• Fluent in English and a Scandinavian language (preferably Norwegian)
• Flexible work location at any Elkem site in Norway
• Key role in driving Elkem's global automation and digitalization journey

Do you want to contribute to a sustainable and environmentally friendly industry?

Elkem is continuously developing and improving its global industrial operations, with a strong focus on safety, digitalization, sustainability and operational excellence. As part of this journey, we are strengthening our corporate automation competence and are looking for a Technology Manager Automation to join Elkem Technology.

The position is part of Elkem's corporate Technology department Electrical & Automation and plays a key role in ensuring robust, safe and standardized automation solutions across Elkem's production sites and industrial projects.

You will serve as a corporate discipline authority for industrial automation and control systems (IACS), driving harmonization, standardization and continuous improvement across Elkem. The role combines technology leadership, discipline assurance and close collaboration with operations, maintenance organizations and project teams to ensure that solutions are not only technically sound, but practical, robust and delivering value in day-to-day operation.

Join our team from any of Elkem's locations across Norway.

• Act as corporate discipline advisor and assurance function for IACS, providing technical guidance, compliance verification and solution reviews for plants and projects.
• Drive harmonization, standardization and implementation of automation best practices across Elkem, including development and implementation of automation strategies, principles and technology roadmaps.
• Work closely with production sites, operations and maintenance organizations to identify automation needs, improvement opportunities and best-practice solutions that enhance safety, reliability and operational performance.
• Drive continuous improvement of automation solutions across Elkem, including lifecycle management, modernization of legacy systems, management of end-of-life challenges, and implementation of safety-related automation requirements in cooperation with technical safety resources.
• Contribute to Elkem's digitalization journey through robust industrial automation and control system solutions, while supporting competence development through mentoring, professional guidance and training initiatives.

You have:

• MSc degree in Automation, Cybernetics, Control Systems Engineering or similar, and at least 10 years of relevant industrial experience.
• Strong technical expertise in industrial automation systems, including PLC, DCS, SCADA, industrial networks and lifecycle management.
• Good understanding of process safety, HSE requirements and safety-related automation functions, combined with experience from industrial projects, operations and multidisciplinary engineering environments.
• Strong communication skills in English and a Scandinavian language, preferably Norwegian. Experience with standardization, governance and implementation of best practices across multiple sites is an advantage.

We are looking for a candidate who is analytical, systematic and result-oriented, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and practical implementation.You build trust and strong professional networks across organizational levels and are comfortable engaging with both operational personnel and technical specialists.You take ownership, communicate clearly and contribute to a collaborative and improvement-oriented culture.You are motivated by improving safety, reliability and stability in industrial operations and enjoy translating operational needs into practical and sustainable automation solutions.

The position will require some travelling to Elkem's production sites.

The position reports to Head of Electrical & Automation and the work location is any Elkem location in Norway.

• DCS - systemer
• PLS
• SCADA

Elkem is a global metals and materials company established in 1904. The company holds leading global positions in silicon, ferrosilicon, foundry alloys and carbon solutions, supplying materials essential to modern society from critical infrastructure and manufacturing to digitalisation, mobility and energy solutions. Elkem produces its materials by combining natural raw materials, renewable energy and advanced process technology, creating solutions that enable a more sustainable future. The company employs around 3,000 people, operates in more than 30 locations across Europe, Asia, the Americas and Africa, and is headquartered in Oslo, Norway where it is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (ELK). Driven by innovation. Powered by nature. Shaping the future. www.elkem.com

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive working environment where everyones contributions are valued.

Elkem ASA Technology comprises Elkems corporate functions for Process development, IP management, R&D technical centre and project management including selected engineering disciplines. We are mainly located at Fiskaa Industrial site in Kristiansand with approximately 500 employees, of which about 100 are R&D employees. We bring new ideas to the industry.

automation, improvement, global, excellence, sustainability

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