Principal Compliance & Technical Safety (EICT) Full Time

Aker Solutions ASA
Principal Compliance & Technical Safety (EICT)

Join Entr and shape the future of energy

Entr is the dedicated consultancy arm of Aker Solutions. We are at the forefront of the global energy transition. From low-carbon oil and gas to cutting-edge offshore wind, CCUS to hydrogen, we’re tackling the energy transition head-on.

To support our journey, we are looking for a Principal Compliance and Technical Safety Engineer (EICT) to join the UK Consultancy team. This key role will focus on ensuring regulatory compliance and technical safety in the delivery of electrical, instrumentation, control and telecom systems across the Oil and Gas and New Energies markets.

What will you be doing?

As a key member of the team, you will:

• Regulatory Standards & Compliance: Identify, interpret, and educate teams on regulatory standards for the Oil & Gas and Renewable Energy sectors; monitor and implement updates as needed.
• Project Leadership: Lead electrical project scoping, electrification assessments, and optimization studies focused on energy efficiency, decarbonization, and hydrogen production systems.
• Design & Optimization: Provide expert support in FEED design, optimization studies, lifecycle costing, and analysis, while maintaining compliance and best practices.
• Compliance Management: Oversee compliant design development, validation, verification, and certification throughout the project lifecycle, from design to commissioning.
• Design Reviews & Safety Studies: Lead and participate in design reviews (e.g., HAZID, HAZOP), safety studies, and provide technical input for regulatory compliance.
• Collaboration & Standardization: Collaborate with certification and verification agencies; drive standardization of E&I delivery and technical requirements for HVDC and Oil & Gas projects.
• SIL & Ex Compliance: Support and oversee SIL compliance (IEC 61508), including documentation and assessments, and lead Ex compliance assessments for onshore and offshore projects.
• Expert Witness & Due Diligence: Serve as a due diligence and expert witness specialist, ensuring compliance and regulatory adherence in all relevant areas.

We think you should have:

• Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field; Chartered Engineer status; certified in SIL compliance (IEC 61511, IEC 61508) and good understanding with respect to Ex compliance.
• Regulatory Compliance & Experience: Extensive experience in regulatory compliance, technical safety engineering, and verification services for Oil & Gas facilities, with a deep understanding of UK, EU, and Australian offshore legislative requirements.
• E&I Expertise: Proficiency in E&I activities, including power systems, detection systems, CAE, shutdown hierarchy, emergency lighting, cybersecurity, and navaids.
• Onshore Grid Infrastructure: Expertise in onshore grid infrastructure, such as substations and cables, and regulatory requirements for HVDC projects.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage multi-company project deliveries effectively.
• Relationship Building: Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships with business and functional leaders.
• Integrity & Ethics: High standards of personal integrity and ethics.
• Project Management & Communication: Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize, work independently, and explain complex topics to diverse stakeholders.

More reasons to work with us:

Why choose Entr?

Meaningful Impact: Contribute to groundbreaking projects that are shaping the energy landscape across renewable energy, low carbon oil and gas, carbon capture, hydrogen, offshore wind, electrical transmission and more.

Accelerate Innovation: Leverage your expertise and insights to develop cutting-edge solutions, guiding customers through complex decisions.

Continuous Growth: Together we will grow as we tackle complex energy challenges worldwide. You will get the opportunity to continuously expand your skills, take on additional responsibilities and make a lasting impact on the global energy landscape.

Collaborative Environment: At Entr, diverse perspectives drive our solutions. Our supportive atmosphere ensures every idea is valued and every contribution shapes the future of energy.

Flexible Work-Life Integration: Enjoy an approach to work that respects your life outside the office.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Interested? Contact us.

If you want to learn a little more about Entr, you can visit our website here .

For more information on the role please reach out to:

Lloyd Odili, Regional Recruitment Lead: email

Entr is empowered by its diverse workforce. We ensure a good working environment where equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion are considered vital to our success.