Group Manager

Ready to elevate your career? Kongsberg Maritime (KM) is seeking a Technical Group Manager to head up the team in addition to contributing to delivery projects together with your dynamic team. You will be working on software solutions and manage a smaller team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Engineer that seeks to explore and develop management skills and still wants to take part in innovative projects. Aim is for KM to shape the future of maritime technology. Your adventure begins here!

As part of our Automation & Process Control team, you'll be joining a group responsible for integrated automation system (IAS) deliveries for vessels in the Offshore and Merchant segments. Our expertise spans power and energy management systems, main engine control systems, LPG carriers process control systems, and alternative fuel supply systems. We seek a proactive and skilled Group Manager to lead one of our Automation Departments at the Site Bekkajordet, Horten. You'll guide your team in delivering top-notch solutions for marine and offshore systems, from engineering and configuration to testing, commissioning, and sea trials. The Department has a special focus (Centre of Excellence) on delivering System Test capabilities to our projects.

What you will be doing

• Inspire and guide your team
• Foster a motivated and satisfied team
• Prepare for and plan resources to various project stages, including tests and verifications
• Provide technical support to other departments as needed
• Provide System test capabilities to other departments as needed
• Contribute to the successful implementation of the next generation of our automation system

We think you should have

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in automation, software application / engineering, relevant experience in System Testing or another related field
• Proven experience with automation systems or marine equipment and control systems
• A desire to take on leadership responsibilities
• Strong communication skills, fluent in English
• Two to five years of relevant technical experience

At KONGSBERG, 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!

This employment may require security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority. The successful candidate may start work with limited access whilst the clearance is being processed. Please note that this might affect the offer process or employment.

You are able to

• act on own initiative, make things happen and accepts responsibility for the results
• provide your team with a clear direction, inspire and coordinate others and keep them them focused on objectives
• develop people through delegation, empowerment, coaching and promotes self development
• use a methodical and systematic approach, plan ahead, define clear priorities and allocates resources effectively
• 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
• Be part of a diverse team spread across several countries, embracing collaboration and cultural diversity.
• Professional and personal development and career opportunities – including access to training programs and mentorship opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.

At KONGSBERG, "Protechting People and Planet" drives solutions, and diverse teams inspire innovation.

Where you will be working
Horten, Norway. Some travel may be required.

Interested in knowing more? Contact
Jostein Lima, +47 91750169

Kongsberg Maritime is a technology pioneer, enabling a more sustainable future for our oceans. Our zero-emission integrated technologies advance the maritime industry and solve our customers' toughest problems. With unmatched competence, domain knowledge, innovation, and market reach, we are the trusted maritime partner. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales and service facilities in 35 countries.

Our Vessel Automation & Sensing Solutions division develops technology, products, and solutions applicable for maritime vessels, offshore production units, and fisheries & aquaculture. We look at the ocean space as our operating area where we deliver a wide range of products and services. Our deliveries ranges from single products to fully integrated systems and solutions. Automation & Control serve a wide range of market segments. Through our comprehensive portfolio of offerings Automation & Control has been recognized as a world leader in our core markets for the last decades.