Telecom Engineer

Job Description: Telecom Engineer
Location: Bergen, Norway
Work Sites: Bergen, Kollsnes, and Sture
Languages Required: Norwegian and English

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Telecom Engineer to support telecommunications engineering activities throughout the global design, detailed design, installation, and follow-on phases of projects on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.

The role requires broad technical knowledge of telecommunications systems, network design, fiber-optic infrastructure, and relevant industry standards. The successful candidate will contribute to engineering deliverables, work package development, as-built documentation, and overall project execution. When required, the Telecom Engineer will also act as Deputy Discipline Lead, supporting coordination and ensuring engineering activities are completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with project requirements.

This position also supports the development of future core competencies, engineering competence strategies, digitalization initiatives, and data-driven project execution.

Location requirement: Candidates must be based locally in Bergen and available to visit or work at the Kollsnes and Sture sites.

Key Responsibilities:

- Perform all required telecommunications engineering activities during the global design phase.
- Execute telecommunications engineering activities during the detailed design phase, ensuring compliance with project specifications and applicable standards.
- Prepare, develop, and coordinate telecommunications work packages.
- Carry out follow-on engineering activities and prepare and maintain as-built documentation.
- Contributes to telecommunications network design, including fiber-optic systems and network cabling.
- Support the design and implementation of Public Address and General Alarm (PAGA) systems.
- Provide technical support for installation activities and coordinate with relevant project stakeholders.
- Ensure engineering deliverables comply with applicable technical requirements, NORSOK standards, and project specifications.
- Follow project schedules, monitor assigned activities, and ensure timely delivery of engineering documentation.
- Use ProCoSys and STID as required for project documentation and engineering workflows.
- Act as Deputy Telecom Discipline Lead when required, supporting discipline coordination and day-to-day engineering activities.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, construction personnel, and site representatives.
- Support continuous improvement, competence development, and digitalization initiatives.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

- Minimum of two years of relevant engineering experience.
- Broad knowledge of telecommunications engineering deliverables for projects on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.
- Familiarity with relevant technical requirements and applicable NORSOK standards.
- Practical knowledge of telecommunications network design, including fiber-optic infrastructure and network cabling.
- Experience with PAGA systems.
- Installation experience within telecommunications engineering.
- Familiarity with engineering documentation and project execution processes.
- Experience with ProCoSys and STID is relevant to the role.
- Basic Ex and Ex i training, together with FSE training, as required by the project.

Educational Requirements:

Applicants should have relevant technical or engineering qualifications, such as:

- Associate degree in a relevant technical discipline.
- Vocational school qualification.
- Bachelor's degree (BSc) in Telecommunications, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Master's degree (MSc) in a relevant engineering discipline.

Recruitment Partner: Sperton

This position is managed by Sperton , a global talent partner connecting skilled professionals with leading organizations worldwide.