NES Fircroft
Principal Engineer Automation
NES FircroftNorway3 days ago
ContractEngineering, Other

Automation - Principal Engineer

Contract period: 13.10.2025 - 31.12.2027

Location: Stavanger


Main Tasks:

  • Produce new documentation and drawings such as Cauce&Effect, System Control Diagram diagrams, loop drawings for process, Fire&Gas and safety systems; IS Loop Calculations.
  • Revise existing documentation and drawings.
  • Produce work packages for installation.
  • Produce deliverables for studies and Front End Loading (FEL) work.
  • Produce documentation for Safety and Automation Systems (SAS)
  • Discipline check and approval of produced documents and drawings in the project.
  • Order all instrument materials needed for offshore installation and must be able to understand P&IDs and drawings from different disciplines.
  • Discussions with Client and vendor representatives in order to find optimal technical solutions



Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automation
  • Good experience with SAS systems in modification projects.
  • Experience with Kongsberg SAS systems is preferred
  • Long experience, 7 to 12 years, within offshore related projects
  • Knowledge of relevant standards such as NPD, ATEX, IEC61892 and Norsok
  • Knowledge of modifications on offshore installations when in operation.
  • Experienced in Studies and Front End Loading (FEL) work.
  • Experienced in several process & utility systems, incl. Platform Control Systems, Fire&Gas and safety sys.
  • Knowledge of instrument and electrical equipment used in the oil industry.
  • Knowledge of the differences in using hydraulic, pneumatic or electrical solutions in safety systems
  • The ability to work independently, as well as in a team
  • Good communication skills, written and oral
  • Is systematic and accurate
  • Has high loyalty to deadlines and quality requirements
  • Is solution-oriented
  • Collaborative work attitude and accepts multicultural work environment



Required Certificates:

  • Basic EX course: 6–8 hours online, or 22.5 hours in a classroom setting
  • FSE – High and low voltage with first aid
  • Offshore certificate and medical clearance if needed

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