Are you our new Explosion Protection (Ex) & Safety Hardware Engineer?

Join Kongsberg Maritime AS in shaping the next generation of maritime technology. We are looking for an experienced Ex & Safety Hardware Engineer to strengthen our hardware organization and help ensure that our products meet the highest standards for explosion protection, safety, and reliability. In this role, you will be a key technical authority, influencing product development, customer solutions, and technology strategies across our portfolio.

We are looking for a new member to join our hardware team and strengthen our products with solid expertise in Ex and Safety hardware equipment and systems. If you have a background in Ex and Safety HW solutions - and preferably a passion for maritime applications - we would love to hear from you.

As an Ex Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and innovative projects, collaborate with a diverse team of experts, and contribute to the development of state-of-the-art hardware solutions. You will be the subject matter expert for Ex hardware questions and will support sales, and development and delivery projects with your competence.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy diving deep into complex technical challenges, this role could be a great fit for you.

Support certification activities and compliance assessments.
Drive Ex and safety-related design reviews.
Advise product management and R&D teams on regulatory requirements.
Participate in technology roadmaps and hardware strategy discussions.
Support customer and sales organizations with technical expertise.

Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, or technical college in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. We encourage newly graduates 2026 to apply.
Preferably knowledge of maritime applications.
Good English communication, written and verbal.
Experienced in IECEx, ATEX and IEC 60079 series

Act on own initiative, make things happen and accept responsibility for the results.
Demonstrate specialist knowledge and expertise in own area.
Communicate in a clear, precise, and structured way.
Co-operate well with others, share knowledge, experience, information, and support others in the pursuit of team goals.

An exciting and important position working for the world-leading supplier of maritime solutions.
Professional development and career opportunities.
Competitive terms including attractive insurance policies and pension schemes.
We offer flexible working hours and the option to work remote or from home office.
Social welfare club with social and recreational activities.

Work location:
Preferably Ålesund. Kongsberg and Horten can be considered for the right candidate.

Point of contact:
Terje Lehn Karlsen, +47 958 85 060

Kongsberg Maritime is a global leader in maritime technology. We deliver advanced solutions to the merchant fleet, offshore, fishing, and naval vessels, setting new standards for safe, efficient, and sustainable operations - both for new builds and existing fleets. In close collaboration with customers and research environments, we develop technology that solves real challenges at sea. Today, more than 30,000 vessels operate with our systems on board. Kongsberg Maritime has more than 8,300 employees in 35 countries.