Are you ready to contribute to the next generation of life-saving equipment?

JOIN VIKING - Shaping the Future of Safety Solutions

Are you ready to contribute to the next generation of life-saving equipment? VIKING is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Arendal, Norway. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an industry-leading company committed to innovation, safety, and excellence.

About VIKING

At VIKING, saving lives is our mission. As a world-leading supplier of safety products, solutions, and services to the global maritime industry, we take pride in ensuring safety on everything from large cruise and container ships to offshore platforms, ferries, fishing vessels, and superyachts. Safety is at the core of everything we do, and our commitment is to protect and save lives.

Our main office in Norway is based in Arendal, with additional branch offices in Bergen, Oslo, Haugesund, Ålesund, and Tromsø. We are a team of approximately 320 employees in Norway.

Join us

VIKING is embarking on exciting new projects driven by innovation and cutting-edge technology. Our team of highly skilled and committed engineers is dedicated to developing pioneering safety solutions that bring real value to our customers.

We are now looking for an engineer with a mechanical or naval engineering background to join our Boat Technical Department. This role will be instrumental in customer projects and product development within our Lifeboat and Davit business—where VIKING is a market leader in Offshore, Merchant Marine, and Renewable Energy safety solutions.

About the role

As a key member of our Boat Technical team in Arendal, you will collaborate with colleagues worldwide. Our industry relies on compliance with strict regulations and standards. If you have experience in regulatory frameworks, independent verification, and class requirements, and can communicate how innovative solutions comply with these standards, you will be a great fit for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in customer projects and product development related to lifeboat and davit safety systems.
• Maintain and enhance products and technical documentation to comply with the latest regulations, international standards, and company QHSE guidelines.
• Adapt products and technical documentation to align with customer requirements and contract specifications.
• Provide technical support across various departments within VIKING’s product range.
• Assist in handling non-conformities (NCs) and claims.

Your background

We are looking for a team player who is structured, detail-oriented, and self-motivated. You should have strong communication skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships internally and externally.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field (Naval Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Mechatronics, etc.)
• Professional experience in the oil and gas industry or a related sector is an advantage, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.
• Experience in the defense industry is also regarded as advantageous.
• Understanding of technology, engineering practices, and regulatory frameworks.

Personal Skills:

• Structured and self-driven – capable of working independently, with the ability to work on complex projects with limited predefined parameters, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills – able to collaborate effectively across various levels of an organization.
• Aligned with VIKING’s core values: Be Responsible, Be Committed, Be Globally Oriented.
• Proficient in English (spoken and written).

VIKING Offers

We offer an attractive position in an international organisation where you get the opportunity to develop yourself in an interplay with colleagues, who value humor, job satisfaction, and a great work environment.

VIKING is a global workplace where the majority of our activities address the whole world. We have a strong culture and give space to the individual – we know everybody contribute with something special.

• A diverse, inclusive, and international work environment where you can develop your skills and share your expertise.
• The opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, including electrification of drive trains, remote monitoring, 3D scanning and printing, and modernization of our product range.
• A place in a highly skilled team with a dynamic, informal, and collaborative work culture.

Want to join VIKING?

If you believe your skills, experience, and passion align with this role, we encourage you to apply online. Let us know how you can contribute to shaping the future of safety solutions.

We review applications continuously, so we recommend applying as soon as possible. All applications are treated confidentially.

Start date: As soon as possible—we are willing to wait for the right candidate.

For questions regarding the position or VIKING, please contact Øyvind Skaala, Technical Manager Boat, at osk@viking-life.com.

Learn more about us at www.viking-life.com

JOIN VIKING – YOUR CAREER IS SAFE WITH US