Senior Specialist Fuels and Engine Technology

Join DNV – Technology Centre Groningen as a Senior Specialist in Fuels and Engine Technology

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence. As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the role

DNV – Technology Centre Groningen is seeking a self-propelling Senior Specialist in low-carbon Fuels & Engine Technology to lead and execute projects related to the introduction of low-carbon fuels, ensuring these are de-risked for DNV’s clients. The role demands thought leadership and deep expertise in engine technology, combustion technology, and emission regulation. Developing fair and transparent low-carbon fuel specifications is a key method to ensure reliable introduction. The senior specialist will work on the qualification and validation of new fuels, novel engine and catalyst technology, new combustion concepts, and strategies to support the overarching objective of deep decarbonization. The position also involves consulting or advisory work at a high level of competence and experience, as well as organizing test-related work. Regular client contact, travel to site visits, meetings, conferences, and other off-site events are integral to this position.

The ideal candidate will have the ambition and drive to ensure excellent project execution, guarantee high-quality delivery, and contribute to the growth of DNV’s services in this area. The “Fuels & Engines” Specialist will also support the excellent operation of the Technology Centre Groningen test services.

DNV's Technology Centre in Groningen, the Netherlands, has recently moved into brand new facilities. It serves as a catalyst for innovation and business growth, both for customers and DNV. The center provides expert advice, R&D support, and world-leading test facilities for various decarbonization technologies. The center combines deep expertise with broad testing capabilities to qualify critical (gas) technologies, and develop and check the specifications to tackle the energy transition. Other primary areas of expertise at the center include Flow Technology, Gas & emissions measurement, and technology demonstration. The new Groningen facility is part of DNV’s network of Technology Centres that leverage the group's century-old experience in the maritime and energy sectors. It combines deep industrial expertise with test capabilities to qualify and apply advanced technologies for global transformations.

This position will be based in Groningen (the Netherlands) at the Technology Centre located at the vibrant Zernike Campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate, develop, and complete customer projects
• Develop and win proposals
• Perform overall project management activities
• Ensure excellent customer communication to build customer relationships
• Discuss and resolve complex technical issues
• Organize test-related work
• Ensure efficient execution of work
• Maintain good relationships with colleagues at the Technology Centre

What we offer

A challenging and varied job in a dynamic environment. The position is rewarded appropriately, including good fringe benefits, and offers the prospect of a permanent job.

We have an enviable client list – we work with the biggest names out there. Whether we work with renowned companies, innovative startups or joint industry projects, you will get a chance to utilize your expertise together with specialists from a wide range of disciplines.

We have a culture that will broaden your view and deepen your skills. Every year we invest 5% of our revenue on research and development. We also invest strongly in competence development and progression for our people. From on-the-job learning to joining networks, receiving coaching and participating in training programs, we help to support your progress.

Joining us is an opportunity to make the world a better place. Employees in DNV feel strongly about the company’s Purpose to "safeguard life, property and the environment”. This is our reason for being since our formation in 1864. Our Vision to be “a trusted voice to tackle global transformations”, gives our people direction and expresses what we would like to accomplish in the long term.

You will be part of a culture that embraces the values of caring, daring and sharing. These are the three core values that shape our performance; We care for each other, our customers, our planet, and we take care of ourselves. We dare to explore, to experiment, to be different, and to be courageous, curious, and creative. We share our experience and knowledge. We collaborate with each other and our customers, and we continue to grow and develop as a result.

Position Qualifications

• A university degree in a relevant engineering field (e.g., chemical, process, operations, or mechanical engineering)
• At least 10+ years of relevant experience in the engine manufacturing, operating or maintenance industry
• Recognized as a specialist within the industry
• Holds genuine network and connections with industry professionals
• Strong communication and organizational skills (both verbal and written), able to work effectively within a consultancy as well as a test environment
• Strong competence in proposal & report writing, ensuring clear and accurate reports are produced in English and/or Dutch
• Ability to handle complex (technical) problems and guide individuals through the associated issues
• Is flexible to occasional travel
• Ability to build and maintain relationships

Benefits

• Profit Share: You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.
• Insurance: Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.
• Pension Schemes: We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.
• Professional Development: We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.
• Hybrid Working: Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.
• Purpose-led organization: You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.
• Supportive and caring culture: We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.
• Attractive rewards: We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours and workplace, annual vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future. At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.