Senior SAS Engineer

Location: Stavanger, Norway

Work Model: Office-based (Stavanger)

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior SAS Engineer for one of our client's to join a long-term Brownfield EPCI framework agreement.

In this role, you will be responsible for the quality, delivery, and integration of Safety and Automation Systems (SAS). You will act as a technical pillar within the project, ensuring that all automation designs are robust, safe, and in full compliance with Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS) standards.

What You'll Do?

• System Design & Integration: Lead SAS system design for process, utility, and electrical systems, including interfaces, Functional Specifications (FS), and HMI input.

• Engineering Deliverables: Prepare and complete core SAS documents such as System Control Diagrams (SCDs), Fire & Gas (F&G) layouts, Cause & Effect (C&E) matrices, and ESD/PSD block logic.

• Quality Assurance: Act as a verifier for all discipline deliveries, including alarm classification, software reports, and HMI documentation to ensure peak quality.

• Safety Participation: Actively participate in Fire & Gas safety reviews and interdisciplinary design assessments.

• Vendor Follow-up: Manage vendor technical documentation and participate in testing activities/Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).

• Project Coordination: Liaise with other engineering disciplines, suppliers, and the client to ensure all required information is identified and communicated for project progress.

Who You Are:

We accept candidates meeting one of the following seniority levels:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.

• Engineering College / Craft Certificate with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience.

• Upper Secondary School / Vocational Curriculum with a minimum of 18 years of high-level experience.

• Extensive experience with Oil & Gas projects on the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS).

• Deep familiarity with NORSOK standards and Norwegian regulatory requirements.

• Professional fluency in both Norwegian and English (Mandatory).

• Ability to work independently on separate tasks while maintaining strong interdisciplinary cooperation.

Software & Systems:

Proficiency in the following tools is required:

• TIME (Project/engineering tool)

• Microsoft Visio (For SCD and logic drawings)

• SAP and MIPS

Evaluation Criteria:

Candidates will be assessed based on the following prioritized points:

1. NCS & NORSOK Expertise: Documented experience with Norwegian offshore regulations.

2. Software Proficiency: Practical experience with TIME, Visio, and SAP.

3. Project Track Record: Proven history within Oil & Gas Brownfield/M&M projects.

4. Verification Skills: Demonstrated ability to check and quality-assure SAS documentation.

About SPERTON:

This position is sponsored by Sperton Norway, a recruitment and consulting company with an international focus. We are committed to helping our clients succeed in their hiring processes and finding the right people for the right positions.