We are looking for a Senior hydrogen safety researcher to join our team in Oslo!

Our strategic research unit, Group Research and Development (GRD) has per today close to 130 talented researchers covering a wide range of selected topics of strategic importance to DNV. GRD performs strategic and applied research for DNV focusing on knowledge development and technology demonstration through collaborations with academia and industry. One of our focuses is on building knowledge around the energy transition, combining understanding of entire value chains including associated emissions and technologies to measure, monitor and reduce emissions in a safe manner.

The successful candidate will be part of the Low Carbon Technology group of the Research and Development unit in DNV. The focus of this group of researchers is to build knowledge around hydrogen value chains from production to end-use. This involves risk assessments, techno-economic assessments, sustainability assessments and sector coupling of energy systems. As a Senior hydrogen safety researcher you get the opportunity to work with, for example:

• Safety of hydrogen and hydrogen derived fuels
• Exploring new technologies and developing novel approaches for risk assessments
• Support the digital development of DNV’s risk assessment services
• Engaging with clients in understanding industry needs and prototype solutions
• Building international networks externally and internally with key people in this field
• Participate in larger public-funded research projects in this field
• Collaborate with top academic personnel at relevant national and international universities

We offer

• Attractive rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 6 weeks annual vacation, subsidised canteen, competitive pension, insurance, and parental leave agreement, in addition to a global profit share scheme.
• Work/life balance. We offer flexible working hours, with focus on work/life balance for our employees.
• Supportive and caring culture. Our international culture embodies diverse colleagues who value teamwork and inclusion across business areas and borders. We offer opportunities for our employees to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, throws after-works and informal meetings all year long for you to join.
• Career and development. DNV offers extensive possibilities to grow and develop your competencies and career ambitions. We have a strong company culture with emphasis on growth mindset, knowledge sharing, and professional and personal development.
• By joining DNV you become part of a world-leading company whose purpose is to safeguard life, property, and the environment. Our values “we care, we share, we dare” characterize how we work and behave towards each other and our customers.
• Our Høvik office is in beautiful surroundings by the sea and can offer access to sailboats, kayaks, tennis courts etc. We have more than 30 activity groups for you to join, as well as gym facilities and a kindergarten located on our premises. It is also worth noting that we offer free parking and shuttle buses to and from Skøyen, Lysaker and Sandvika.

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.

Position Qualifications:

• Higher education (master’s degree or higher) in relevant discipline (Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Chemical, Numerical, Mechanical, Process Engineering, or related discipline)
• Preferably with 5-10 years of experience from industry or academia
• Knowledge and experience within Technical Safety and/or Various risk analysis techniques
• Digital skills, and interest in applying these skills to enhance value and efficiency of services is a strong advantage
• Knowledge of the Energy business and /or green technologies (Hydrogen, synthetic fuels, carbon capture and storage, …) is an advantage
• Solution oriented, with ability both to work independently and in teams
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills in English

Personal characteristics:

We are looking for a positive and visionary individual that enjoys working in a team that are exploring the environment friendly solutions.

• You are result-oriented and possess creativity, energy and drive
• You enjoy working both independently and in teams
• You are technically strong, curious and eager to share knowledge
• You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• You are open to transition into our energy systems business area in the longer run to apply research and innovation results more directly with customers