Engineer Simulator
Join Stavanger as Engineer – Simulator. Design, install, and maintain Siemens simulator systems; work with diverse teams; build virtual environments and advance oil & gas tech.
Position Title: Engineer – Simulator
Job Type: Permanent
Employment type: Full-time
Job location: Stavanger, Norway
Role Overview:
We are seeking a motivated Engineer – Simulator for one of our clients to join a multidisciplinary engineering team in Stavanger. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, configuring, and maintaining simulator systems for Siemens control systems in the oil & gas sector. The position involves installation, testing, and ongoing development of virtual environments, as well as collaboration with clients and internal teams. You will contribute to simulator projects, ensuring systems operate efficiently and meet quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, configure, and maintain simulator systems for Siemens control systems.
Install and set up virtual systems, including VMware and MS Windows environments.
Develop and maintain simulator software, scripts, and configurations.
Conduct testing to ensure functionality and quality of simulator solutions.
Collaborate with clients and internal teams to address simulator requirements.
Support ongoing enhancements and upgrades of existing simulator systems.
Prepare technical documentation and user guides for simulator operations.
Assist in project planning and provide technical input for simulator development.
Participate in occasional on-site or offshore visits as required (primarily office-based, ~80–90% in Stavanger).
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automation, Cybernetics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with Siemens SIMATIC software and control systems for oil & gas operations is advantageous.
Strong knowledge of Windows, MS Excel, and MS Access for handling large datasets.
Programming/scripting experience for simulation or control systems.
Required Skills:
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English;
Strong written and verbal Norwegian (B1/B2) Language.
Willingness to travel occasionally to client or yard locations.
Software & Tools:
VMware
MS Windows
Siemens SIMATIC (preferred)
MS Excel/MS Access
About Sperton:
This position is sponsored by Sperton Global, a recruitment and consulting company with international reach. We specialize in connecting talented professionals with leading companies globally, providing tailored HR and recruitment solutions across multiple industries.
- Department
- Engineering & Construction
- Role
- Engineer
- Locations
- Stavanger
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Employment level
- Executive/Senior Level
- Job location
- Stavanger
- Employment Level | Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
Workplace & Culture at Sperton
At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.
We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.
We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.
Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.
