Engineer, Electrical and Instrumentation

MacGregor – Let's shape the future together

We are looking for an E&I Engineer to design, optimize, and analyse electrical systems across our product portfolio. In this role, you will work on engineering deliverables through the entire project lifecycle, from reviewing customer specifications during the tender phase to supporting cross-functional teams and clients with technical guidance. Your main goal will be ensuring our systems remain high-performing, safe, and fully compliant with marine and offshore standards. We are open to both experienced engineers and motivated junior candidates or recent engineering graduates ready to start their career.

More tasks and responsibilities

• Design, modify, and optimise electrical systems for new and existing products
• Perform electrical calculations and analyse systems to identify any potential issues or areas for improvements
• Evaluate incoming customer specifications during the bid stage, identifying technical deviations and building accurate tender packages
• Keep engineering outputs aligned with project schedules, budgets, and strict classification society regulations
• Participate in technical risk assessments, root-cause and FMEA/FMECA analysis,  and troubleshooting activities
• Collaborate with and provide technical input to Engineers, Technical Advisors, Product Owners, and Discipline Manager

 
Reporting directly to the Senior Manager Control Systems. This position can be based in Kristiansand or Arendal, Norway.

What you’ll need to succeed

Success in this role requires a solid foundation in electrical systems, control concepts, and relevant maritime and offshore regulations. We are looking for a collaborative team player with strong analytical and problem-solving skills who can build trust with internal partners and clients. Flexibility, open-mindedness, and clear communication are essential, as you will be managing multiple deliverables in the global organisation. 

Ideally you have

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Instrumentation, or equivalent (B.Sc. or M.Sc.) – while experience is welcome, motivated entry-level applicants are highly encouraged to apply
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, design standards, and classification society requirements
• Strong analytical skills for conducting technical calculations and various analysis
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across multi-disciplinary project teams
• Spoken and written fluency in English

Why MacGregor?

Our people are behind every success. People create the technology and product lifecycle solutions that make us great, our people are the ones who innovate, and people drive our business forward. With us you will be part of an international collaborative working culture with challenges and opportunities to further develop yourself professionally. 

Values guide our daily decisions

• Customer Success: Our customer's success is our success. We focus on partnership, transparency, and accountability to deliver lifetime value.
• Passion to Improve: Always moving forward. We foster a growth mindset, encourage curiosity, and the courage to challenge the status quo.
• Winning Together: No one makes the difference alone. We emphasize internal collaboration and mutual trust to ensure we win as "One MacGregor." 

MacGregor is an equal opportunity employer. We recognise that diversity is key to our continued success, and strive to maintain a fair and equitable recruitment process for all applicants.

Additional information

Do you have questions regarding the role? Please contact Paweł Mika, Senior Manager Control Systems at pawel.mika@macgregor.com or +47 405 88 000 

Kindly note that we will only review CVs and applications submitted in English through our recruitment portal. Unfortunately we do not consider CVs sent per email.

If you are ready to step into an exciting new role where you can make a significant impact and contribute to the success of MacGregor, apply today!