Power System Engineer

All locations
  • Gdynia, Poland
  • Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Business:
Maritime
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
8050
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Overview

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. That means we’re continually investing heavily into R&D for new services and solutions while proactively assessing what the industry needs today and tomorrow.

About the role

Why Power System Modelling Matters:

The offshore industry is already highly electrified, with safe and reliable operations dependent on robust power and control systems. As these systems become more complex, clients need highly competent partners who understand both electrical system behaviour and the demands of offshore operations. Power system engineering is therefore essential to supporting safe, efficient, and resilient assets.

We aim to support clients throughout their electrification journey, helping them assess system design, manage technical risks, and make informed decisions for both newbuild and retrofit projects. By combining power systems expertise with advanced modelling and simulation, we can evaluate how systems respond to load variations, faults, and changes in operating configuration, including common power system operation.

Strong competence in power system engineering, particularly in protection strategy development and protection coordination, strengthens our ability to advise clients on fault tolerance, blackout prevention, and regulatory compliance. We therefore value candidates who can translate sound engineering analysis into practical guidance and help clients navigate the challenges of offshore electrification.

About the role:

We are seeking a Power System and Electrification Engineer to join our global team. You will work alongside an engaged and knowledgeable team, delivering high-quality services in Maritime areas such as:

  • Power and control systems analysis & advisory.
  • Power system protection strategy analysis.
  • Power system risk assessments.
  • DP & mission critical systems FME(C)As.

Your responsibilities will also include participating in development of risk assessments (e.g. DP FMEA), conducting on site surveys and attending sea trials, managing client deliverables, facilitating technical workshops, and contributing expertise to international advisory projects.

In the positions you will:

  • Contribute domain expertise in power and control systems across various advisory projects
  • Deliver consultancy services to maritime and offshore Clients
  • Conduct surveys on vessels (including sea trials) and at manufacturers’ premises
  • Act as a project engineer and project manager, responsible for quality deliverables to clients
  • Collaborate on cross-functional projects with colleagues in other global locations
  • Lead or support face-to-face meetings and workshops with clients.

This role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and collaboration across global teams. International business travel within 15% of annual eligible working days.

This position reports to: Head of Power Systems & Electrification Advisory, Poland

What we offer

Working at DNV gives you a wide range of benefits, which are strongly aligned with our values, created with care for our employees’ work-life balance, and enable them to dare to develop in their chosen fields. 

Find some of them:

  • Hybrid workplace model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home + additional package of occasional home office days).
  • A wide portfolio of self-learning trainings on Coursera platform.
  • Personal growth opportunities, focusing on employee competences.  
  • Medical package (Medicover) and life insurance, mental health helpline, grant for glasses.
  • Pension Scheme (PPE) and Profit Share.
  • 33 days of sick leave fully paid by the employer.
  • Multisport card or sports allowance (Worksmile platform).   
  • Education support by subsidizing language lessons.
  • Events and celebrations (ex. lunch cards, social events, Christmas and anniversary vouchers, wedding gifts).
  • Sport, music and charity activities withing the internal community CONNECT Gdynia.
  • Emphasis on Scandinavian working style, focusing on trust and empowerment.

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. 

About you

Position Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Power Systems or Automation Engineering
  • Experience with power or automation systems, preferably in the maritime or offshore/energy sectors
  • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to team success
  • Service-minded, flexible, and motivated by problem-solving and innovation
  • Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written)
  • Committed to DNV’s purpose, vision, and values—honesty, openness, and professionalism
  • Drive for building trust, credibility, and long-term client relationships

Beneficial competences and background:

  • Project references within electrical Maritime or Offshore
  • Familiarity with Dynamic Positioning document scheme and assurance process
  • Familiarity with maritime industry rules and regulation frameworks
  • References to on site attendance and previous on-site or at-sea experience

Please submit your CV in English.

Projects and case studies

Our work helps pioneering companies and covers latest trends, regulations, initiatives to develop solutions to the most complex challenges the maritime industry is facing.

Remote surveys

By using an online or video link to the vessel, our dedicated remote surveyors can support vessels anywhere in the world.

Maritime Digital Twin

The cloud-based digital twin is a virtual image of customers’ assets, maintained through the lifecycle and easily accessible at any time.

Maritime Cyber Security

Cyber security is an important topic for the maritime industries due to rapid digital change that come with new threats and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

Please note that some benefits may vary depending on location, business area, and employment terms. Please confirm with your recruiter.

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Insurance

Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.

Pension Schemes

We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.

Professional Development

We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.

Hybrid Working

Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

Supportive and caring culture

We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.

Attractive rewards

We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours and workplace, annual vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

“I have become part of a "family", where I feel truly at ease and everyone is valued for doing their best for the entire community.”

Elena | NB/CMC Surveyor

"From a technical perspective, I’m proud of our innovative projects that delivery solutions aligned with safety and sustainability."

Eduardo | Offshore surveyor

"It feels so meaningful to take an active part of the global energy transition, creating a safe and sustainable future for all."

Ming Oleg | Senior Surveyor

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

Learn more about DEI

Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

Learn more about Working here

Application Process

FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

Does DNV complete background checks?

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.

Please ask your recruiter for further details. 

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Disclaimer

Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.