Upgrade Process Engineer

We are looking for an Project Development Engineer - Upgrades to join our team at our headquarters in Asker. In this role, you will identify, develop, and support upgrade opportunities for existing process installations around the world. You will work closely with customers, account managers, suppliers, and internal engineering and commercial teams to develop solutions that improve plant performance, efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. The position combines process engineering, technical sales, business development, and project development. You will use operational data and engineering calculations to identify improvement opportunities, develop concepts, quantify their technical and financial benefits, and help turn promising opportunities into contracted projects. The role also includes international travel and site visits, giving you the opportunity to work directly with customers and operational teams in different countries. Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop upgrade opportunities for existing plants in close collaboration with key account managers and customers.
• Collect and analyse operational and performance data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Perform process calculations and technical assessments to demonstrate the technical, environmental, and financial benefits of proposed upgrades.
• Develop and validate business cases and present recommendations to customers.
• Drive technical sales through data analysis, concept development, technical presentations, and customer dialogue.
• Work across engineering, commercial, project management, and other disciplines to develop solutions tailored to customer requirements.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical and commercial proposals for upgrade projects.
• Develop preliminary project concepts, schedules, resource requirements, and execution plans.
• Coordinate technical input from internal specialists and external suppliers.
• Support pricing activities and the definition of commercial conditions.
• Take ownership of opportunities from initial identification through proposal development, contract negotiations, and project handover.
• Maintain and develop the aftermarket sales pipeline through the company's CRM system.
• Visit customer sites internationally to assess existing installations, discuss improvement opportunities, and support project development.
• Contribute to the continuous development of upgrade products, concepts, and processes.

You are likely to be:

• Analytical, structured, systematic, and results-oriented.
• Strong in process engineering, thermodynamics, process design, and engineering calculations.
• Comfortable working with operational data and translating technical findings into practical recommendations.
• Customer-oriented and confident communicating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Curious and willing to learn, share knowledge, and develop new skills.
• Comfortable working collaboratively across engineering, commercial, and operational disciplines.
• Interested in understanding both the technical and commercial aspects of a solution.
• Comfortable working in international and multicultural environments.
• Willing to travel internationally as required by projects and customer activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Master's degree (MSc), or equivalent, in Process, Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience with industrial process systems, process optimisation, or plant performance improvement.
• Experience in wastewater, pulp and paper, agriculture, biogas, energy, or another process industry is an advantage.
• Good understanding of process calculations and technical documentation.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• Experience working with customers, suppliers, or multidisciplinary project teams is an advantage.