Engineer / Senior Engineer - Navigation & Communications

It has never been a more exciting time to work at VARD Electro AS!

Our impressive portfolio of deliveries and development roadmaps, for international customers demanding next generation thinking - puts our products on the forefront of what are the standards and what is to become the technology and solutions for maritime industry.

Join our team – and join us on our quest to provide sustainable solutions with excellence of integration.

At VARD we care about nurturing talents and embracing diverse strengths, giving everyone the opportunity to develop and grow. Join us and be part of a community that celebrates your skills, and where together we are shaping the future of shipbuilding. 

So – what are your skills? 

 Tennfjord | Local Calm, Global Strength | Freysta

Duties and responsibilities

• Take ownership of developing documentation packages and schedules on assigned projects.
• Perform overall quality control of the work (scope, time, cost) and report regularly on project status.
• Cooperate and communicate effectively with project manager and other stakeholders to provide assistance and technical support.
• Review engineering deliverables and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
• Stay updated on rules, regulations, best practices and performance standards.
• Class Approval and Product Certification for assigned projects.
• Participate, if needed, in Factory Acceptance testing. 
  

You will also be working closely with our SeaQ Bridge System – a state-of-the-art integrated bridge solution designed for safety, efficiency, and user experience.
🎥 Watch the SeaQ Bridge System in action

Qualifications

• Education; College/University or Vocational School within electro/electronics/automation/computer science
• Relevant experience, instead of schooling, will be considered
• Certificate in electro / electronics is an advantage.
• Language; Fluent in English, both spoken and written as a minimum.
• Experience from working in projects / products.
• Experience in engineering tools such as Autocad.
• Experience from the electrical industry, working with low current.
• A plus for experience working within the maritime industry
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

VARD works systematically for inclusion and diversity and encourage everyone to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above. 

This employment may require a background check, or security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority.

Qualified candidates will be invited to interviews on an ongoing basis.

Personal qualities

• Structured, detail-oriented, and solution-driven
• Enjoys working both independently and as part of a team
• Has a strong interest in technology and design
• Able to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
• Identify yourself with the VARD values Craftmanship, Salesmanship and Fellowship.

Our commitment to you

 A good working environment with exciting and important tasks in an international environment 

• Competitive pension scheme and insurance package 
• Subsidized lunch in the office canteen 
• Subsidized membership at the gym 
• Occupational health service 
• Flexible work from home policy 
• Free mobile phone usage 
• Central office location and free parking
• We understand the importance of continuous learning and we strive to give you the chance to gain new skills and further develop your career

 

VARD recognizes the importance of having fun at work, this is why with VARD Social you will have the chance to bond with colleagues through new experiences and shared interests. The social offer varies throughout the year and includes activities like 'walk and talk' during lunch hours, fjord cruises, cooking lessons, go karting, football practices and wine tasting, just to name a few. 

With the right blend of fun, expertise and hard work, we are creating ships for the future. Join us! 

Contacts

Stig Ove Alnes, Delivery Manager, Navigation, +47 909 26 589, stig.ove.alnes@vard.com

Location

Tennfjordvegen 113
6264 Tennfjord

Key information:

Employer: Vard Electro AS

Reference number: 5104701720
Percentage of full-time: 100%
Regular
Application deadline: 31/05/2026