Senior Engineer - Equipment Type Approval Navigation and Radio Communications Systems and Compo[...]

Senior Engineer – Equipment Type Approval, Navigation, and Radio Communications Systems and Components

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About Us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence. As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Maritime

We help enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of our customers in the global shipping industry, covering all vessel types and mobile offshore units. As a partner to industry, we offer services in testing, certification, training, and technical advisory through the energy value chain. We invest heavily into R&D for new services and solutions while proactively assessing what the industry needs today and tomorrow.

About The Role

Would you like to work in a multinational team to secure safety in the shipping industry? We are looking for you to strengthen our Section Type Approval/MED Electrical, Automation & Navigation Systems, within the field of Navigation and Radio Communication. We are based in our office in Høvik, Norway or Hamburg, Germany, and you will be part of an engaged group driven by people’s competence and motivation to help and support our customers through the consistent delivery of high‑quality services.

In This Position You Will

• Perform type approval of Navigation and Radio GMDSS Communication in accordance with international requirements and standards from IMO, IEC, ISO and DNV rules.
• Manage approval projects toward customers and be part of testing and verification with equipment manufacturers in an international industry, in a highly developing market.
• Support DNV’s local stations and sales force around the world and be involved in sales processes.
• Participate in face‑to‑face meetings with customers.

You will report to Head of Section for TA/MED Electrical, Control & Navigation Systems. Expect some travel related to testing and verification at customers’ locations.

What We Offer

• Work‑life balance: Strong focus on employee wellbeing
• Inclusive culture: Join a diverse, international team that values collaboration, inclusion, and mutual respect with colleagues in Hamburg and Norway.
• Attractive benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, a global profit scheme, parental leave, competitive pension and insurance plans, a subsidized canteen and more – local conditions will apply depending on your location.
• Career growth: Access a wide range of development opportunities.
• Purpose‑driven work: Be part of a world‑leading company committed to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Our values “we care, we share, we dare” characterize how we work and behave toward each other and our customers.
• Exceptional workplace: Høvik office with stunning seaside surroundings, access to kayaks, sailboats, tennis courts, gym facilities, more than 30 activity groups and a kindergarden located on our premises. Free parking and shuttle buses to and from Skøyen, Lysaker and Sandvika. Hamburg office offers stunning city central surroundings in Hafencity with great public transport connections.

Equal Opportunity Statement

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in system/software/electrical engineering, Tele‑/Radiocommunication, or Nautical sciences.
• Relevant experience from navigation and or communication.
• Experience or interest in the general field of instrumentation, complex integrated systems and HMI, related to topics such as industrial computer/cloud networks, cyber security, automation systems, sensors, electronics, testing, simulations or nautical.
• Interest in working with standards and marine regulations for the ship industry. Background from the maritime or offshore industry is beneficial.
• Excellent English skills (written and verbal). Skills in Norwegian and/or German are a plus.

Your Profile

• Open‑minded and eager to develop in an accelerating technological landscape adapting to new technologies.
• Self‑driven team player passionate about solving challenges and creating results in a customer‑oriented environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – builds trust with colleagues and customers.
• Strong customer focus and results‑oriented.
• Flexible, service‑mind‑ed, and with a positive attitude.
• Honest, open, and committed to DNV’s purpose, visions and values – we care, we dare, we share.

Application Process

We kindly ask you to apply through our recruitment system and include your CV, an application letter, where we ask you to elaborate your motivation for Navigation and Radio Communication System approval and how you can contribute to DNV. All documents should be in English. Applications received by email will not be reviewed.

Contact

Frederik Tore Elter, Head of Section TA/MED Electrical, Control & Navigation Systems section (Mob )
Desire Gugelmann, Production coordinator Section TA/MED ( )

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country‑specific laws and practices.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Not applicable
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Public Safety

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