Graduate 2027: Electrical Engineer

Work location

Trondheim, Stavanger, Lysaker, Norge

Deadline

23 August 2026

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Are you an aspiring Electrical Engineer, eager to connect cutting-edge data and AI with hands-on operational challenges in the energy sector? Join us and shape the future of E&P.

Need to have

  • M.Sc. degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Cybernetics, Industrial IT, or a closely related field.

  • Academic results reflecting a 'B' average or higher (or equivalent).

  • Fluent in both English and Norwegian, and legally authorized to work in Norway for the program's duration.

  • Ability to perform technical calculations for power systems (LV/MV/HV), control system logic, network configurations, and signal processing.

  • Eagerness and ability to adapt to dynamic operational environments, including significant time offshore.

  • Prioritizes safety, quality, and structured ways of working in all tasks, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and procedures.

Nice to have

  • A curious, proactive attitude, taking ownership and seeking learning opportunities.

  • Relevant prior experience from studies, internships, summer jobs, or a master's/project thesis focusing on electrical systems, preferably within an industrial or oil & gas context.

  • An Apprenticeship Certificate in a relevant electrical discipline.

  • Working knowledge of electrical operational tools and systems and industrial communication protocols relevant to electrical systems or engineering documentation.

  • Experience with Python or Power BI.

  • Practical experience using AI tools to enhance personal work efficiency

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 Electrical 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 and onshore placements, you will develop the skills to handle complex electrical challenges at the interface of hardware and software, contributing to our goal of a 3x productivity improvement.

  • Electrical systems support
    Support the operation, maintenance, and improvement of critical electrical systems (LV/MV/HV).

  • Troubleshooting & Analysis
    Participate in troubleshooting and root cause analysis of electrical equipment failures.

  • Power system reliability
    Contribute to reliability and integrity assessments of power systems.

  • Electrical modification projects
    Assist in modification projects and upgrades of electrical installations.

  • Compliance & Safety
    Ensure compliance with relevant electrical standards, safety requirements and procedures.

Your journey in Electrical Engineering

This role places you directly at the interface of electrical hardware and software, offering hands-on experience with power systems critical to real-time operations. Unlike many other disciplines, you will frequently work across both offshore and onshore contexts, gaining a holistic understanding of electrical system interactions and contributing to digitalization, remote operations, and continuous improvement initiatives within the electrical domain.

  • Electrical power systems
    Engage with LV/MV/HV power systems, focusing on maintenance, improvement, and reliability in operational assets.

  • Electrical control logic
    Work with electrical control system logic to optimize power distribution and ensure system safety.

  • Digitalization & AI
    Contribute to system integration, apply data analysis (PIMS/historian) and AI tools to enhance electrical operational efficiency.

  • Offshore rotations
    Gain mandatory hands-on experience in a live offshore environment, applying your skills to real-world electrical challenges.

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.

Locations: Stavanger, Oslo andTrondheim

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

About 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.

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