Lead Engineer Energy Storage

There has never been a more exciting time to work with Kongsberg Maritime than right now.
With us in Energy Storage System, you will be in the forefront of enabling electrification of the maritime sector. We are a key advisor of Kongsberg Maritime electrical strategy. You will be joining the organization at a time when innovation is key to the success of the company, and we want people to help us shape this journey.

Energy Storage Systems is part of Power Systems Design & Technology. As Lead Engineer – Energy Storage Systems, you will take a leading technical role in the development, integration and lifecycle support of our battery systems. The position requires a strong understanding of battery technology, electrical system design and how energy storage systems interact with the vessel's overall power system.

You will work across disciplines and functions, turning requirements into robust technical solutions while supporting projects, product development, sales and aftermarket.

What you will be doing
• Lead the technical development and engineering of energy storage systems, with responsibility for overall system design and technical solutions
• Define system architecture, requirements and digital solutions for battery modules and systems
• Ensure that energy storage solutions comply with applicable regulations, classification requirements and internal technical standards
• Plan and coordinate verification and validation activities, including design reviews, testing and technical qualification
• Act as a technical authority and advisor within energy storage towards projects, product teams, sales and aftermarket
• Provide technical guidance and support to engineers and contribute to developing engineering methods, tools and best practices

We think you should have
• BSc or MSc in Power System Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant experience may compensate for formal education
• Experience with electrical power systems, battery systems or energy storage system integration
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, classification society rules and flag-state requirements is an advantage
• Experience with verification, testing, troubleshooting or technical qualification is an advantage
• Ability to work across disciplines and translate complex technical challenges into practical engineering solutions
• Fluent written and oral communication skills in English

At Kongsberg Maritime, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement. Your unique perspective is valuable to us. Your skills, attitude and perspective could be exactly what we are looking for!

You are able to
• Build strong relationships and collaborate across teams and disciplines
• act on own initiative, make things happen and accepts responsibility for the results
• adhere to company rules and procedures and execute plans with commitment and determination
• use a methodical and systematic approach, plan ahead, define clear priorities and allocates resources effectively
• analyse complex issues and problems and come up with rational judgments
• demonstrate specialist knowledge and expertise in own area

Why join us
• An exciting and important position working for the world-leading supplier of maritime solutions
• Engage in complex, high-impact initiatives that push the boundaries of maritime technology.
• We offer competitive pay based on objective criteria to ensure fairness and internal equity along with pension contributions, health- and employee insurance.
• Take part in the green shift for the ocean space and work with sustainable and exciting solutions for the future.

Where you will be working
Bergen, Norway or any other KM Location

Interested in knowing more? Contact
Director, Energy Storage - Anders Helland, +47 958 75 775