Engineering Manager

At Aker Solutions we are changemakers with nearly 200 years of experience, committed to helping the energy industry #PowerTheChange towards a net-zero future.

We are driven by collaboration and curiosity, building tomorrow’s technological solutions today!

In Power & Controls Solutions, we deliver innovative and reliable electrical infrastructure solutions for the Offshore Renewable sector and the transitioning Oil and Gas industry. Our cutting-edge technologies support projects in floating offshore wind, low-carbon offshore electrification, and other emerging areas like tidal energy, floating solar, and offshore aquaculture. From concept to commissioning, we are committed to excellence in every step of the process.

We’re now looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to join our Subsea Power Distribution team at Tranby or Fornebu. Join us now!

This is a highly influential role at the intersection of technology, leadership, and sustainability.

As Engineering Manager for Subsea Power Distribution, you will play a key role in leading and ensuring the successful execution of engineering deliverables across all project phases. You'll head a multidisciplinary engineering team, ensuring technical quality, cross-functional coordination, and delivery of safe, cost-effective, and innovative power solutions for offshore and renewable energy applications.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Lead and guide engineering teams working on subsea power systems, including high-voltage cables, connectors, and subsea substations
• Work closely with the Project Manager to meet project deadlines, control costs, and reduce technical risks
• Take part in design reviews and technical evaluations to ensure robust and scalable solutions
• Coordinate with R&D teams to stay updated on new technologies and support smooth product integration
• Act as a technical contact point for clients, partners, and internal teams
• Represent engineering in reviews, audits, and meetings — building trust through clear communication and solid execution
• Ensure effective use of SAP PLM and PEM tools for lifecycle and process management

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Subsea or related engineering discipline
• 10+ years of experience in offshore or subsea engineering, including 3+ years in a technical leadership role
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver complex engineering projects
• Solid understanding of systems engineering, product development, and project lifecycles
• Familiarity with digital engineering and PLM tools (e.g. SAP) is a plus
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust across disciplines and stakeholders

At Aker Solutions we are committed to creating an enjoyable, rewarding, and engaging career where you can thrive. Our aim is to build a long-term mutually beneficial relationship with you, in order to motivate and retain your talent. We offer a variety of global and local initiatives which support your well-being and development, so that you feel valued throughout your career – professionally and personally.

Some of them are:

• Solid pension and insurance coverage: We take care of our employees by offering competitive pension, insurance, and health plans that ensure your well-being today and in the future.
• Well-being: Enjoy access to free fitness facilities, sport groups and equipment rental, and a variety of cabins for rent
• Remote work flexibility: Work from home 1-3 days per week, offering you the convenience and work/life balance you need
• Professional development and excellent career opportunities with the chance to work on a wide variety of projects ranging from oil and gas to renewables

If this sounds like your next career move, we would love to hear from you!

If you have questions about the position, feel free to reach out to:Synøve Sørland, Senior Recruiter, NES Advantage, mail: synove.sorland@nesadvantage.com

To protect your privacy, we kindly ask that you submit your application through our recruitment portal.

Please note: Background checks are conducted on all final candidates.

NES Advantage is Aker Solutions’ global recruitment services provider responsible for permanent and temporary staffing services.

Our goal is to make Aker Solutions a place where everyone can perform at their best by creating opportunities for all. We see diversity as a source of creativity, innovation, and as a key competitive advantage. Diversity includes not only gender, ethnicity, or age but also disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, and many other parts of one’s identity. We welcome your application no matter who you are or where you come from and encourage you to let us know if you need any supportive adjustments throughout the recruitment process. 

This is Aker Solutions

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,000 people in more than 15 countries.