Senior Power Line Engineer (Route / Electromechanical / Construction)

About the role

AFRY in Norway is looking for experienced specialists in power lines and transmission who want a central role in developing its work on route planning, electromechanical design and construction planning of power lines. The company is growing in the Norwegian market and wants people who combine solid technical expertise with practical understanding of how projects are built. The role can be adapted to your main focus: route planning, electromechanical design or construction-related issues.

Key responsibilities

• Design and planning of power line routes, electromechanical design of power lines and construction planning for projects in both national and regional grids
• Follow projects from early phase and technical clarifications through detailed design to construction and follow-up, depending on your preference
• Technical design and professional assessments across disciplines and borders
• Dialogue with customers, contractors and other professionals
• Construction-related follow-up where relevant

Required profile

• Solid competence in power line route planning, with particular strength in PLS-CADD, including modelling, decision basis and understanding of how route, voltage division and terrain affect mechanical and electromechanical solutions
• Or experience in electromechanical design, such as conductors, insulators and fittings, electrical and magnetic fields, icing, galloping and fjord tension, and quality assurance against construction
• Or interest/experience in construction planning, such as tower sections, winch and brake locations, drum and rigging arrangements, and dialogue with contractors
• Good overall understanding of power line projects, ability to collaborate closely with other disciplines, and willingness to contribute to the development of the field

Required skills

• PLS-CADD for route modelling and design
• GIS and geodata for route planning
• Electromechanical design according to relevant standards

What we offer

• A central role in socially critical projects and the chance to shape a new field
• An inclusive, supportive environment with good development opportunities nationally and internationally
• Flexible working forms and a high degree of trust

Base in Oslo or Trondheim is preferred but other locations are considered. Applications are open until 1 April 2026, and candidates are encouraged to apply early.