Senior Automation Engineer

Senior Automation Engineer
 
Contract period: 02/02/2026 - 31/12/2027
Location: Stavanger

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Responsible for planning and execution of SAS modifications 
• Technical support resolving direct and short-term actions 
• Ensure up-to-date LCI (Life Cycle Information)
• Ensure close cooperation with critical suppliers and contractors
• Perform condition monitoring analysis when required 
• Perform defect elimination, support Root cause Failure Analysis for production losses and identify production vulnerabilities
• Cost management of the agreed budgets for assigned activities 
• Participate in community for automation engineers, including Control & Automation team meetings 

 
Qualifications:

• Master of Science or similar in Automation, preferably with specialization in Control systems 
• Minimum 5 years of experience with design and operation of SAS systems, preferably within the oil & gas industry
• Experience and understanding related to all relevant discipline standards and guidelines
• Previous experience with ABB control systems is a requirement
• Systematic, structured and reliable in the performance of daily tasks
• Dedication and a personal drive for continuous improvement
• Good communications skills in both Norwegian and English 

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.