Work Prep Engineer

DeepOcean; Sagvåg; Hybrid; NOK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Head Energy is seeking an experienced Work Prep Engineer to ensure timely and accurate preparation of work orders supporting construction, mechanical completion, and commissioning activities. The role emphasizes safety, schedule alignment, and adherence to project standards.

Responsibilities include developing detailed work orders in PIMS PES, collaborating across engineering and planning teams, reviewing HSSE aspects, and driving continuous improvement in work preparation processes.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical education or engineering degree with a trade certificate or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years in oil & gas or related field, preferably in construction or commissioning.
• Familiarity with MC and commissioning processes and digital tools (PIMS CMS/PIMS PES).
• Ability to read drawings (P&IDs, ISO) and interpret technical docs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain detailed work orders in PIMS PES including MHR estimates, drawings, procedures, and MTO.
• Coordinate with engineering, planning, construction and commissioning teams to ensure prerequisites are met before work.
• Review safety aspects of planned work and ensure HSSE compliance and project standards.
• Identify opportunities to optimize work preparation processes and contribute to lessons learned.

Skills

P&IDs interpretation

Technical documentation

Fluent Norwegian

English proficiency

Education

Engineering degree

Trade certificate

Tools

PIMS PES

PIMS CMS

Job description

Head Energy is looking for a skilled/experienced Work Prep EngineerPnr: 23809

The Work Prep Engineer ensures the timely and accurate preparation of work orders to support construction, mechanical completion (MC), and commissioning activities. The role is critical in enabling safe and efficient execution in line with project schedules and Company standards.

Job Description:

• Work Order Preparation: Based on information provided in engineering work packs (EWP), the Work Prep Engineer shall develop and maintain detailed work orders in PIMS PES, including, but not limited to, man-hour (MHR) estimates, drawings, procedures, and material lists (MTO).
• Interface Management: Collaborate closely with engineering, planning, construction, and commissioning teams to ensure all prerequisites are met prior to job execution.
• Quality & HSSE Compliance: Review safety aspects of planned work, identify risks, and ensure compliance with HSSE requirements and project implementation models.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize work preparation processes and contribute to lessons learned.

Qualifications:

• Technical education (vocational or engineering degree) with a relevant trade certificate or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the oil & gas industry or a related industry, preferably within construction or commissioning.
• Familiarity with MC and commissioning completion processes and digital tools (e.g., PIMS CMS/PIMS PES).
• Strong understanding of drawings (P&IDs, ISO) and the ability to interpret technical documentation.
• Fluent in Norwegian, with a good command of English, both written and spoken
• The position is preferably based on a regular work week, with some possibilites for remote work when practical.
• Experience in preparing mechanical work packages is considered an advantage.

Applications will be evaluated continuously

Language:

• English
• Norwegian

In Head Energy you get:

• Permanent- or project employment with the best conditions.
• Access to the industry's most exciting job opportunities
• Personal follow-up, mentoring and career guidance
• A large variety of project opportunities
• Good pension- and insurance schemes
• A pleasant and positive work environment
• Access to both specific and general courses.

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Om bedriften

Head Energy is an independent Scandinavian engineering & consulting house providing a wide range of products to onshore and offshore industries.
Head Energy has more than 900 employees, and offices in Bergen, Stavanger, Oslo, Trondheim, Gothenburg, Stenungsund, Esbjerg, Odense, and Hamburg. We are employee owned, client focused and growth oriented.
We live by our core values: Responsible | Honest | Inclusive | Innovative.
Our vision is to bring our employees and clients one step ahead.