
Technician E&I Offshore
Key Skills
Job Description
Bilfinger is a leading international industrial services provider, driving efficiency and sustainability for the process industry. With 31,000+ employees and over €5.4 billion in revenue in 2025, we offer solutions in consulting, engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, turnarounds, and digital applications across key sectors like energy, chemicals, pharma, and oil & gas.
Bilfinger Belgium and the Netherlands provides integrated industrial services, supporting customers throughout the entire life cycle of their facilities. From Engineering and new construction to maintenance, inspection, and renovation. We provide end-to-end solutions tailored to each phase. Our multidisciplinary approach enables us to offer all services under one roof—streamlining operations, minimizing costs, and reducing complexity.
At Bilfinger, we offer a work environment where you can learn and grow. Join us and be part of a team shaping the future!
Ready to take your E&I expertise offshore?
Do you want to work on critical offshore installations where safety, reliability and technical excellence are essential every single day? As an E&I Technician Offshore, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving electrical and instrumentation systems on production platforms in the North Sea.
Working in a rotation of 2 to 3 weeks offshore, you will join a team of skilled professionals responsible for keeping vital energy infrastructure operating safely and efficiently. From troubleshooting complex electrical faults to inspecting explosion-protected equipment, no two days are the same.
What will you do?
As an E&I Technician Offshore, you will be responsible for:
- Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and instrumentation equipment.
- Diagnosing and resolving electrical and control system faults.
- Inspecting, testing and calibrating field instruments and electrical systems.
- Maintaining low-voltage installations, motor control systems and associated equipment.
- Carrying out inspections on hazardous area equipment in accordance with ATEX requirements.
- Recording maintenance activities and technical findings in the Maintenance Management System.
- Identifying reliability improvements and supporting asset integrity programs.
- Coordinating maintenance activities with offshore operations teams and contractors.
- Ensuring all work is executed safely and in compliance with company procedures.
- Participating in safety meetings, toolbox talks and emergency response activities.
- Supporting shutdowns, modifications and commissioning projects.
- Providing clear and accurate technical handovers to incoming shifts.
What do you bring?
You are a safety-focused technician who thrives in a challenging offshore environment. You take ownership of your work, have a strong technical mindset and remain dependable under pressure.
In addition, you have:
- A completed vocational education (MBO Level 4 or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation or Instrumentation.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in offshore, oil & gas, energy or petrochemical industries.
- Experience with electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, inspection and calibration activities.
- A valid NEN 3140 VP certification.
- A valid STIPEL certification or willingness to obtain one.
- A valid CompEx Ex01-04 certification.
- IECEx CoPC certification is considered a strong advantage.
- Knowledge of ATEX regulations, hazardous area equipment and Ex inspections.
- Experience with maintenance management systems such as SAP PM or Maximo is beneficial.
- A valid offshore medical certificate.
- The required offshore safety and client-specific certificates.
- Good communication skills in English.
- Willingness to work in a 2 to 3-week offshore rotation.
What do we offer?
At Bilfinger, you will have the opportunity to work on technically challenging offshore installations while continuing to develop your expertise. We invest in your growth through training, certifications and career opportunities across our international organisation.
You can expect:
- A competitive salary based on your experience and offshore qualifications.
- Offshore allowances in line with project and client requirements.
- 27 annual leave days and 13 ADV (reduction of working hours) days based on full-time employment.
- A pension scheme through PME.
- Travel reimbursement in accordance with company policy.
- Access to offshore, E&I, CompEx and IECEx training programs.
- Excellent opportunities for professional growth within Bilfinger.
- Collective employee benefits and discounts.
- Initiatives focused on health, fitness and sustainable employability.
- A professional team culture where safety, craftsmanship and teamwork come first.
Application Process
The recruitment process consists of two interviews, followed by an offer. Depending on the offshore assignment, certificate verification, offshore medical screening and client-specific checks may form part of the process.
Contact
Harm Heimensen
Recruiter | Bilfinger Netherlands
📧 [email protected]
Interested?
Ready to use your E&I expertise in an offshore environment where safety, technology and teamwork truly make a difference? Apply today and become part of Bilfinger's offshore maintenance team.
For additional information please contact Harm Heimensen, email [email protected].
Bilfinger is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other characteristics protected by law.
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Core Responsibilities
The E&I Technician is responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems on offshore platforms. They will diagnose faults, calibrate field instruments, and ensure all work complies with safety and ATEX regulations.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a vocational education (MBO Level 4) in Electrical Engineering or Instrumentation and have at least 3 years of relevant offshore experience. Essential certifications include NEN 3140 VP, CompEx Ex01-04, and a valid offshore medical certificate.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Offshore allowances
- 27 annual leave days
- 13 ADV days
- Pension scheme
- Travel reimbursement
- Training programs
- Professional growth opportunities
- Employee benefits and discounts
- Health and fitness initiatives
About Bilfinger
Industry: Construction
Company size: 10,001+ employees
As a leading construction and maintenance provider, Bilfinger aims to enhance the efficiency of assets and lower operational costs. Our portfolio covers the entire value chain - from concept to construction, start-up to maintenance, reliability, and specialty services for industrial and commercial facilities across the United States. Bilfinger upholds the highest standards of safety and quality while delivering turnkey solutions, incorporating systems and technology to improve safety, planning, scheduling, and productivity. The industrial markets served include oil and gas, refining, petrochemical, power generation, agriculture and food processing, biofuels, and specialty chemicals, among others.