Graduate 2027: Inspection Engineer

Are you passionate about safeguarding critical assets and leveraging cutting-edge technology to predict and prevent failures? Join our Graduate Program in Maintenance & Inspection – a cornerstone of our ambition to lead the energy transition and become the first AI-native E&P company.

Need to have

• Master's degree in Materials Science/Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Maintenance, or a closely related field.

• Solid fundamentals in materials and degradation mechanisms (corrosion, fatigue, fracture), and knowledge of mechanical/structural integrity.

• Working proficiency in Norwegian for operational and safety-critical communication, ensuring effective collaboration with offshore crews and understanding of local documentation.

• Valid EEA work permit and the ability to work from relevant office locations (Trondheim, Stavanger, or Fornebu).

Nice to have

• Relevant experience from studies, internships, or summer jobs in oil & gas, energy, process/maritime, or other heavy industry.

• Lab or research work on materials/corrosion, or academic/thesis projects on integrity, degradation, or inspection.

• Exposure to data analysis tools (e.g., Python), data visualization, and knowledge of/experience with AI models/agents and digital/automated inspection methods.

• Strong academic results, particularly in materials and integrity-relevant courses.

• A self-starter who takes ownership of learning and actively contributes to continuous improvement.

About the job

This is not just a graduate program; it's the start of your journey to help redefine a major industrial company. As an Inspection Engineer in our 2027 Graduate Program, you will be at the forefront of Aker BP's ambition to become the world's first AI-native E&P company. Through a series of rotations and crucial offshore exposure, you will develop the skills to handle complex technical problems in asset integrity and contribute to our goal of a 3x productivity improvement.

• Rotational learning
  Rotate through diverse Maintenance & Inspection disciplines to gain a holistic understanding of asset integrity management.

• Offshore engagement
  Participate in offshore visits/campaigns to gain hands-on insight into field execution and data collection realities.

• AI & data solutions
  Apply data analysis and AI tools to solve tangible technical problems in inspection and asset integrity operations.

• Team collaboration
  Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the integrity of pressure systems and static equipment from analysis to execution.

• Productivity & innovation
  Actively contribute to our 3x productivity ambition by identifying and implementing improvement opportunities in inspection methods.

Your journey in maintenance & inspection

This program offers a comprehensive dive into asset integrity, rotating through critical areas from degradation analysis to advanced inspection methods. You'll gain end-to-end insight into the physical asset, from degradation mechanisms to operational integrity decisions.

• Pressure systems & Static equipment integrity
  Support the development and follow-up of risk-based inspection (RBI) programs for critical equipment.

• Corrosion & Degradation mechanisms
  Contribute to corrosion and materials assessments, including degradation mechanisms and fitness-for-service analysis.

• Non-destructive testing (NDT) review
  Review and process inspection and NDT results, registering findings and tracking anomalies.

• ISO coordination (insulation, scaffolding, surface treatment)
  Support coordination of ISO scope, including Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) follow-up with offshore teams.

• Digital & AI inspection tools
  Contribute to new technology and data-driven inspection initiatives, leveraging sensor data, robotics, and AI.

• Technical calculations & Data
  Set up and perform technical calculations, connecting theory to practical decisions for structural integrity.

What we offer

• Professional development
  We are committed to providing graduates with varied experience and enhancing your expertise, helping you build a strong CV for the future.

• Competitive compensation
  We offer a competitive salary, an opportunity to earn bonuses, a share savings programme, and a solid pension scheme.

• Work-life balance
  We value good health and work-life balance, offering good cafeterias, work-out facilities, and flexibility in working hours and location to support your graduate journey.

• Employee well-being
  We ensure you get support from our company health service and insurance programmes should anything happen.

• Diverse & Inclusive environment
  We are convinced diversity is important for success, and everyone should feel involved, included, and respected. Our offices are designed to be universally accessible for all.

• Young professional network
  Access to a vibrant network of peers and mentors to support your career growth and integration.

Our culture & vision

• SAFER values
  Our foundation is built on being Seekers, Accountable, Foreseeable, Engaged, and Respectful in everything we do.

• AI-first mindset
  We are an AI-first company, committed to leading our industry in AI adoption and unlocking its transformative power.

• ONETEAM culture
  Cooperation is at our core; working with us means being part of our collaborative 'ONETEAM' culture.

• Safety priority
  We put safety first in all operations and expect the same commitment from every team member.

Location: Stavanger

Application process

Application deadline: 23.08.2026

If you are currently enrolled in a master’s program, you can send a preliminary grade transcript. 

Background checks will be performed, following consent from relevant candidates. Furthermore, an assessment of affiliation to high-risk countries is carried out as part of the recruitment process for all positions in Aker BP.

Contact information: Recruitment@akerbp.com

Om Aker BP

Our offering

As a graduate at Aker BP, you will have an unique opportunity to launch your career in a highly skilled environment with significant impact. You will join a company at the forefront of digitalisation, actively leveraging AI and new technologies to develop smarter ways of working and shape the future of energy.

Through our structured graduate programme, you will work closely with experienced professionals, take ownership of real-world challenges, and contribute to meaningful projects. We believe AI will transform how we work, make decisions, and create value and we want our graduates to be part of driving this transformation.

We are looking for curious, motivated, and eager-to-learn individuals who want to challenge established ways of working and help shape how people and technology create value together in the future.

Aker BP uses AI-assisted review as part of the recruitment process. AI is used to structure and summarise information – all decisions are made by people. Please ensure that the documentation you submit only contains personal data that is necessary and relevant for assessing your qualifications and for completing the recruitment process. Do not include or share personal data that is not relevant, or that Aker BP does not need to access or process.