Graduate 2027: Subsea Engineer

Are you driven to solve real-world energy challenges by connecting data, AI, and hands-on subsea operational experience? Join our Graduate Program – a cornerstone of our ambition to lead the energy transition and become the first AI-native E&P company.

Need to have

• M.Sc. degree in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Marine Technology, Process, Civil, Subsea, Automation, Cybernetics, Data Science).

• Demonstrated interest and knowledge in technology, machinery, processes, or information.

• Working proficiency in English or Norwegian.

• Maximum two years of relevant professional experience.

• Must hold a valid EEA work permit.

Nice to have

• A self-starter who takes ownership of your own learning and development.

• A collaborative team player who actively shares knowledge and contributes to a shared mission.

• An adaptable mindset, open to working across a wide range of technical disciplines.

• A drive to continuously improve processes, questioning the status quo to find better solutions.

• Clear and concise communication skills, ready to engage with teams in the office and offshore.

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 a Subsea 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 a crucial offshore placement, you will develop the skills to handle complex technical problems and contribute to our goal of a 3x productivity improvement in subsea operations.

• Diverse subsea exposure
  Rotate through diverse Subsea Engineering disciplines to gain a holistic understanding of the entire value chain.

• AI & Data application
  Apply data analysis and AI tools to solve tangible technical problems in subsea operations.

• Cross-functional collaboration
  Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to plan and execute subsea projects from initial concept to completion.

• Productivity & Innovation
  Actively contribute to our 3x productivity ambition by identifying and implementing improvement opportunities in subsea processes.

Your journey in Subsea Engineering

This isn't a narrow specialization. You'll gain a holistic view by rotating through the core disciplines that drive our subsea operations, from initial integrity management to advanced digital solutions.

• Subsea equipment integrity & Maintenance
  Follow up the integrity and maintenance of subsea equipment.

• Fault & Failure investigations
  Support fault and failure investigations to understand why things went wrong and identify solutions.

• Digital system population & Performance
  Populate digital systems with operational information and test system performance.

• Senior engineer collaboration
  Work closely with senior engineers in defining solutions, and follow fabrication, testing, and installation of subsea systems.

• AI-powered subsea solutions
  Participate in the design of digital solutions, dashboards, applications, and analytical models for subsea operations.

• Data-driven subsea algorithms
  Collaborate with contractors to create algorithms and models using live data streaming from subsea equipment in the Cognite Data Platform.

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.