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Systems Integration Engineer -

We’re a technology company that is transforming operations at sea to enable people and the planet to thrive.

We are open-minded and fearless in our approach to innovation and don’t believe in boundaries. We challenge everything and have massive ambitions to drag ageing industries into the tech era.

We take safety, equality and education very seriously, and our responsibilities don’t stop at our front door. Our business is built on the belief that there’s definitely a more environmentally responsible way to operate at sea.

We only employ the best people. People with a desire for excellence, a curious nature, people who are thoughtful, humble, collaborative and accountable.

We reward our people well. Beyond what’s usually considered to be the ‘market average’.

The opportunities for people in our business can be limitless, spanning a multitude of disciplines and open to all, regardless of background and experience level.

We’re not your average workplace.

Ocean Infinity is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer who will be responsible for the integration, verification and validation of certain constituent parts of the Armada system. The Armada is a fleet of ultra-low emission robotic ships up to 70+m in length, with operational payloads, support infrastructure and trained personnel operating together to satisfy customer’s needs across a range of maritime services world-wide with greater levels of safety, sustainability and reduced environmental impact than traditional alternatives.

Armada will be delivered and operated by Ocean Infinity Group, a world leading provider of ocean data, search and recovery services. You will be joining an exceptional team united in their passion for enhancing value for our clients through smart thinking and invention. The work we do is varied, challenging, high profile and always highly rewarding.

You will be instrumental in a comprehensive vessel systems integration program enabling remote worldwide operations and your varied work scope is likely to include onshore, offshore and adventurous remote location campaigns. You will need to be comfortable with a wide variety of technical specifications, electrical interfaces and communication protocols and show a willingness to learn as needed.

Work location: Ålesund area, Norway*

Division / Department: Surface 

Reports to: Control Systems Lead / Control Systems Engineering Lead

*Located in supplier offices, test labs, shipyard, harbour, onboard and offshore as required.

What will you do:

• Work with third-party vendors to test and accept their sub-systems against specifications;
• Assemble and integrate received parts into the Armada system;
• Plan component-part, sub-system and system verification activities;
• Carry out verification including analysis, demonstration, inspection and testing including lab, small-scale and large-scale trials using the Armada robotic vessels;
• Prepare appropriate product support and verification documentation;
• Capture and document compliance evidence;
• Support and prioritisation for continuous system improvement;
• Support the staged transition of system capabilities into service on customer tasks;
• Develop safety arguments and contribute evidence to the safety case;
• Documenting the configuration of the system and update this as it develops;
• Undertake FMECA projects to identify and mitigate system vulnerabilities;
• Attending specific industry fares and exhibitions where required;
• In conjunction with the existing QHSE team, join risk assessments and help implement safe conduct of operations.

NOTE: Armada is a rapidly developing project using cutting edge technologies. Job descriptions will evolve to maximize our operational efficiency and exceed our customer’s expectations. The above list of responsibilities is a guide, we are recruiting people who are flexible, energetic, and keen to drive Armada’s success.

Who you are:

This position requires a minimum of 5 years’ professional experience, ideally in a high integrity field of engineering such as aerospace, automotive, marine, defence or control systems. Experience or familiarity with underwater vehicles and uncrewed surface vessels, as well as a general sense of hydrographic sensors and survey equipment, is beneficial.

The right candidate will need to be an enthusiastic team player, already committed to behaving in an ethical manner, championing fairness, equality and always demonstrating sincere safety leadership; you will be attracted by an organisation that recognises people as being integral to our progressive systems development. You will have unlimited opportunities to contribute energy and ideas in a dynamic and technically challenging environment.

Essential:

• A degree in a relevant technical subject;
• 5+ years’ engineering experience in a suitable field;
• Familiarity and experience with modern systems engineering methods;
• Experience of planning and/or carrying out testing, trials, integration and commissioning.

Desirable:

• Ship marine systems, propulsion systems, navigation systems, communication systems;
• Ship automation and health monitoring systems;
• Reliability, availability, maintenance and support analysis and planning;
• EO / IR cameras, sensors, compression and transmission;
• Satellite, telephony and digital radio systems;
• Robotic systems, remotely or autonomously operated vehicles;
• Control system integration including PLCs and OPC, UDP-IP, NMEA, RTSP and serial protocols;
• Marine survey systems such as sonar, DGNSS, inertial navigation, subsea positioning systems;
• Marine operations and marine safety;
• FMEA, FMECA and safety and reliability analysis;
• Regulations, classification, safety arguments and safety case development;
• Complex systems engineering, configuration management, modifications and standardisation;
• Engineering project planning and time management;
• Supervision of contractors and/or junior team members.

What you can expect:

Since the beginning we are committed to provide all our people with the best possible work conditions and benefits. Therefore, as we grow globally, we are constantly striving to go beyond what’s usually considered to be the ‘market average.

At Ocean Infinity, we believe in creating equal opportunities for all, celebrating each and everyone’s differences.  We are driven by transforming the industry, through our technology, thoughts, behaviours and actions.  Being inclusive and respectful to all is fundamental to who we are.  It is the right thing to do and enables innovation and creativity to thrive.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and believe that our environment can be anyone’s environment, and one that is sensitive to local needs.

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