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Subsea Engineer / Optical

Tampnet AS

Stavanger, Aberdeen, Houston, Hoofddorp
Full-time
2-5 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Project management
Subsea engineering
Fibre optic systems
Power feed equipment
Optical performance testing
Life cycle management
Infrastructure design
Contractor management
Product development
Engineering administration

Job Description

We are now looking for an Subsea Engineer / Optical to join Tampnet.

At Tampnet, we embrace an entrepreneurial mindset and are fortunate to work with talented colleagues across different geographies, all aligned toward a common goal — to continuously move Tampnet forward. As the world’s leading offshore communications provider, we are proud to contribute to a greener planet while enhancing the quality of life for others.

Our core values guide the way we work: we are Dedicated, Reliable, Innovative, Caring and we act with Integrity — together, we represent the Tampnet DRIVE.

By joining us, you will become part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being. We take pride in fostering a positive work environment and offer various initiatives for professional and social enrichment, including training sessions, weekly padel games, team-building activities, summer events, and activity competitions such as "Tampnet on the Move".


Main responsibilities and tasks

  • Project management, design, engineer and execute projects for expansions, improvements, operation and maintenance of the subsea fibre infrastructure

  • Provide engineering administrative support for tenders, projects, and studies

  • Contribute to improvements in short, medium-, and long-term Life Cycle Management for
    the Fibre Optic Cable infrastructure in Tampnet

  • Special focus on amplified (repeatered) submarine fibre optic cable systems (power feed equipment (PFE), optical performance, testing and verification)

  • Installation contractor follow up, cable supplier management

  • Product development related to fibre and Tampnet’s subsea infrastructure

  • Contribute to a positive work environment in the team/department


Qualification requirements

  • Relevant master’s degree

  • Minimum 3 years relevant experience

  • Relevant experience may compensate for the requirement of education


Security requirements

  • The position may require the processing of documents and information that mandates security clearance in accordance with the Norwegian Security Act. Read more about security clearance at https://www.nsm.no/.

We offer

  • Varied working days with independence and challenging tasks

  • Great opportunities for professional and personal development in a growing company

  • Professional and social work environment

  • Interact with exciting customers, projects and new technology

  • Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package

  • Modern office locations, some travel should be expected

Application deadline

  • October 18th, 2026

  • Relevant candidates will be contacted on an ongoing basis

Core Responsibilities

The Subsea Engineer will manage, design, and execute projects related to the expansion and maintenance of subsea fibre infrastructure. They will also provide engineering support for tenders and focus on the performance and verification of repeatered submarine fibre optic systems.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a relevant master's degree and possess at least 3 years of relevant experience. The role may require security clearance in accordance with the Norwegian Security Act.

Benefits

  • Professional development
  • Training sessions
  • Team-building activities
  • Social events
  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits package

About Tampnet AS

Industry: Telecommunications

Company size: 51-200 employees

Tampnet owns and operates the world’s largest offshore high-capacity communications network. Serving customers across offshore and onshore energy, renewables, drilling and maritime industries, as well as the carrier sector, Tampnet delivers first-class telecommunications through a robust, flexible and resilient network. Our solutions ensure seamless, reliable connectivity that supports mission-critical operations and accelerates digital transformation where it matters most. With a portfolio spanning subsea fibre, 4G/5G and Private 5G, Tampnet provides reliable, high-speed, low-latency connectivity that enables safer, smarter and more sustainable operations – from site to shore – on more than 450 offshore and nearshore installations worldwide, with 5400 km of subsea fibre and 600.000 km2 of mobile coverage. With the development of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, delivering high-speed, low-latency connectivity, Tampnet has also included LEO services from the leading providers, Starlink and OneWeb, into its portfolio. The company employs more than 170 people, is headquartered in Stavanger, Norway, and has additional offices in the UK, The Netherlands, USA, Brazil and Trinidad & Tobago.

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