Senior Engineer Piping

Vard Design & Engineering is a part of VARD and leading in development of advanced and specialized vessel designs. Our solutions come together in a close partnership with clients, suppliers and our own shipyards. In a young and dynamic working environment, supported by the extensive experience base in the VARD group, we develop ship designs that are acknowledged globally.

We are now strengthening our Systems & Methods team, and are looking for an experienced and proficient senior engineer!
VARD works systematically for inclusion and diversity and encourage everyone to apply. Candidates will be evaluated continuously so if you find this position interesting, don't hesitate to apply.

At VARD we care about nurturing talents and embracing diverse strengths, giving everyone the opportunity to develop and grow. Join us and be part of a community that celebrates your skills, and where together we are shaping the future of shipbuilding.

So – what are your skills?

Duties and responsibilities

The Systems & Methods department is responsible for the continuous improvement and coordination of many of the companies technical methodologies, systems, standards, procedures and processes. We are working widely in the organization to align all entities from the sales team to our production units around a common set of standards and ways of working. In this position, you will contribute to:

• Continuously develop the company's standard library of piping components and armatures in cooperation with relevant internal VARD entities and external suppliers
• Collaborate with our machinery and HVAC technical departments on the development of best practices and guidelines for pipe routing
• Ensure that our piping standards are in accordance with relevant quality standards, certificates, and rules and requirements
• Evaluate suppliers and potential new products from a technical, quality and economical point of view
• Define applicability of piping standards in new projects with respect to vessel specifications, Class rules, type approval certificates and yard production capabilities
• Coordinate with our engineering, procurement, supply chain and production entities on the alignment of standards, frame agreements, and supply chain and production methodologies
• Support our yards' production entities with the collection and development of necessary procedures for pipe manufacturing, testing, flushing, etc.
• Collect and coordinate synergies during engineering, production and warranty, and coordinate necessary quality assurance measuresthroughout the company's entities.

Qualifications

• BSc/MSc or technical college in piping-relevant discipline, or relevant experience
• Experience from piping manufacturing and installation, experience from shipyard operations is beneficial
• Experience with design and quality assurance of maritime piping systems is beneficial
• Competencies within material technology and corrosion prevention
• Competencies within flow engineering and thermodynamic analysis
• Knowledge of different production methodologies
• Good knowledge of Class Societies' rules and other relevant international rules and requirements in shipbuilding (DNV, IMO, SOLAS, etc.)
• Knowledge in use of AutoCAD
  
• Good knowledge of English language, both oral and written

Personal qualities

• Maritime industry interest
• Prefer a work environment with variety, a hands-on approach and broad collaboration in a complex value chain
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Structured and detail-oriented
• Quality-oriented and interested in building a continuous improvement culture
• Cooperation and communication skills

But we encourage also you who are curious about what we can offer to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above.

We can offer

• A good working environment with exciting and important tasks in an international environment
• Occupational health service
• Competitive pension scheme and insurance package
• Subsidized lunch in the office canteen
• Subsidized membership at the gym
• Flexible work from home policy
• Free mobile phone usage and subsidized internet at home
• Central office location and free parking

Vard recognizes the importance of having fun at work, this is why with VARD Social you will have the chance to bond with colleagues through new experiences and shared interests. The social offer varies throughout the year and includes activities like 'walk and talk' during lunch hours, fjord cruises, cooking lessons, go karting, football practices and wine tasting, just to name a few.

With the right blend of fun, expertise and hard work, we are creating ships for the future. Join us!