SAS system responsible engineer

BH-294486-2
  • Competitive rate
  • West London South East
As Aker Solutions’ global recruitment partner, NES Advantage is now looking for a: SAS System Responsible Engineer (Johan Castberg project) with experience of onshore or offshore projects. 

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,000 people in more than 20 countries. 

Aker Solutions’ New Build segment delivers oil & gas and renewables offshore developments and fabrication products, mainly focused on the Norwegian Continental Shelf and selective international markets. The segment is responsible for large EPCI projects, both within oil and gas and renewables, including business development and project execution, typically large topsides including fixed or floating substructures, onshore facilities, FPSOs offshore wind HVDC topside and jackets, offshore aquaculture floaters and decommissioning and recycling. 
 
What will you be doing? 
  • Participate in studies and concept development
  • Responsible for the overall automation system design
  • SAS, SIL, F&G and emergency systems
  • Developing control philosophies, functional specifications, and system / network architectures for automation systems
  • Preparation of I/O schedules, control narratives and Cause & effect diagrams
  • Functional safety related activities such as HAZOP/ LOPA reviews, design of Safety Instrumented functions and SIL verification
  • Alarm management activities such as developing alarm schedules and participation in alarm rationalization workshops
  • Familiarity with networking protocols and interfacing of 3rd party systems with main automation systems
  • Ensure discipline integration and coordination with other project disciplines Follow up deliverables from vendors
  • Provide technical support to construction and commissioning
  • Input and use of technical registers (COMOS, MIPS, Client systems, etc. )
  • Make sure the expectations towards HMS and quality are fulfilled
  • Take actions towards our project execution model to meet requirements in the project 

Qualifications we think you should have:
 
  • Bachelor or Master in relevant field
  • 10+ years’ experience as SAS System Engineer from onshore or offshore projects
  • Previous experience with ESD and F&G is needed

Work location: Oslo, or supporting remotely from the UK
Contract duration: August 2025 with option for extension 
 
More reasons to work for Aker Solutions through NES Advantage: 
 
  • The opportunity to grow your network and develop professionally by integrating yourself into highly competent teams within a world-renowned organisation in the energy sector 
  • Dedicated support from our experienced recruitment and back-office support professionals throughout your assignment 
  • Exclusive access to Aker Solutions’ project positions in the UK and Norway, with opportunities for permanent positions as they become available  

For more information about the position, please contact: Stephen Laurie | NES Advantage Solutions | stephen.laurie@nesadvantage.com  
 
NES Advantage Solutions is Aker Solutions’ global recruitment services provider responsible for permanent and temporary staffing services. As a project employee you will be employed by NES Advantage Solutions AS, working for Aker Solutions.



With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

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