Engineer - Energy Control Systems (PLC Software)

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At VARD, we create innovative and sustainable solutions for the global maritime industry. Combining future-oriented engineering excellence, cutting-edge technology, and strong teamwork, we design and build some of the world’s most advanced vessels for a wide range of market segments, including offshore energy, naval, fisheries, icebreaking and research. At the same time, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We need people with a wide range of skills, professional backgrounds, and experience. Engineers, designers, skilled workers, project managers, finance professionals, procurement specialists and many others all work together towards a common goal. Different perspectives and areas of expertise are essential to delivering high-quality vessels. To be able to build the ships of tomorrow today, we foster an inclusive and supportive environment where talents can grow, ideas are valued, and individuals are empowered to make an impact. Vard Electro is a leading supplier of maritime electrical systems, automation, integration, and energy solutions for vessels operating worldwide. With a strong focus on innovation, digitalization, and sustainability, we develop advanced technologies that help our customers improve efficiency, safety, and environmental performance. As part of the Vard Group, we work closely with shipowners, designers, and shipyards to shape the future of the maritime industry. We are looking for an Engineer - Energy Control Systems to develop software for advanced marine power and control systems. You will work primarily with PLC software development in CODESYS and TwinCAT, together with HMI/GUI development and testing. Our software is used across SeaQ solutions including Energy Storage Systems, Drives, Power Management Systems, Advanced Protection Systems and Low and Medium Voltage shore connections. The role combines software engineering with real-world control systems. You will have the opportunity to follow your solutions from software design and implementation through simulation, FAT and commissioning. We are continuously developing our software platform and engineering methods, with increasing focus on modular software architecture, reusable components, version control, simulation and efficient testing. You will have the opportunity to influence how these solutions develop. Ready to make an impact at VARD? Duties and responsibilities Develop and maintain PLC software in CODESYS and TwinCAT for our Energy Control Systems and SeaQ products Develop HMI/GUI applications for monitoring, operation, diagnostics and configuration of our systems Design and implement reusable and modular software functions, control sequences, interlocks, alarms and system interfaces Contribute to software architecture and development of new functionality through R&D and product development Integrate PLC software with Drives, Energy Storage Systems, switchboards, protection systems and other vessel systems Perform software and system testing, including simulation, internal acceptance testing (IAT) and factory acceptance testing (FAT) Troubleshoot software and system behaviour during integration, testing and commissioning Support project deliveries from specification and engineering through installation and commissioning Handle technical clarifications with customers, suppliers and classification societies Contribute to continuous improvement of our software development, version control, testing and release processes Qualifications Higher education within automation, control systems, electrical engineering, software engineering or a related field. Relevant experience may compensate for formal education Experience with PLC programming and IEC 61131-3, preferably CODESYS, TwinCAT or similar development environments Experience with Structured Text (ST) is particularly relevant Experience with HMI/GUI development for industrial or automation systems Understanding of industrial control systems, communication and system integration Experience with Git or other version-control systems is an advantage Experience with drives, power management, Energy Storage Systems or marine automation is an advantage Experience with software testing, simulation or automated testing is beneficial Good written and spoken English VARD works systematically for inclusion and diversity and encourage everyone to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above. This employment may require a background check, or security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority. Personal qualities You enjoy solving complex technical problems in a structured and systematic way You care about software quality, readability and maintainability You are curious and enjoy understanding how software, electrical systems and physical equipment interact You work well both independently and as part of multidisciplinary engineering teams You are comfortable following your software from development through testing and commissioning You identify w

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