Graduate 2026 - Drilling & Wells Engineer

Aker BP aims to become the leading oil and gas company by exploring and producing natural resources with low emissions and costs. Together with other Aker companies, we play an important role in the energy transition. Our future includes further growth and a desire to improve the industry. 

We value diversity and everyone who works in Aker BP shall feel involved, included, and respected. We want everyone to thrive at work and develop in their roles, and are looking for you, who want to be part of our ONETEAM-culture. 

We have big plans - do you want to be part of them? 

In the role as Drilling & Wells engineer you will be enrolled in our graduate program and be part of an enthusiastic Drilling & Wells team that succeeds by working side by side, as equal partners, in alliances with the best suppliers in the industry. Together we are chasing improvements and pushing boundaries of what a rig and a #OneTeam can deliver. At Aker BP we are not afraid to adopt new technology and digitalisation. We work with strategic partners and innovative companies to make our operations more efficient and sustainable.  

The time from development of new technology to implementation is short in Aker BP. We develop products in our digital lab, and our aim is to revolutionize how engineers work with well intervention and well construction. In Aker BP you can become part of this tech-inspired journey – a unique opportunity to develop your digital skills.  

Typical work tasks can be: 

• Perform drilling and well engineering work in close collaboration with other engineers.
• Troubleshoot day-to-day operational challenges on a drilling rig.
• Offshore rotation, finalizing operational plans (Rig Action Plans, casing tally).
• Planning of Well Cost and Schedule 

Qualifications: 

• You have recently graduated or are due to graduate in 2026 with an MSc within petroleum, subsea, information technology, chemistry, cybernetics, physics, mathematics, industrial economics or similar. 
• You are fluent in English or Norwegian.  

We think you will thrive in Aker BP if this resonates with you: 

• Our SAFER values are the foundation for everything we do. Working with us means identifying with being Seekers, Accountable, Foreseeable, Engaged and Respectful.
• Aker BP is an AI-first company, committed to leading our industry in AI adoption, moving fast to unlock the full transformative power of AI across the business. We put AI at the core of how we work, innovate, and create value, from automating routine tasks to enabling smarter decisions and strengthening data security. 
• Cooperation is the very core of Aker BP. Working with us means wanting to be part of our ONETEAM-culture.
• At Aker BP, we put safety first. When working with us, we expect you to do the same.
• You seek new perspectives, see new angles and possibilities for improvement.   
• You have a passion for digitalization and new digital tools.
• You have an interest in how data can be made available, interpreted, visualized, and used as a basis for decisions.  

Our commitment to you:    

• We are convinced diversity is an important element for success, and everyone in Aker BP should feel involved, included, and respected.
• We want you to develop. That's why we are committed to providing you with varied experience and enhancing your expertise so you can build a CV for the future!
• We will offer you a competitive compensation package including a share savings program, and a solid pension scheme.
• We know that your health and a work-life balance are key factors for job satisfaction. That's why we have good cafeterias, work-out facilities, and flexibility - in working hours.
• If something should happen to you, we will make sure you get help from the company health service and our insurance programs.
• Our offices have a universal design – accessible for all. 

What does it mean to be a graduate in Aker BP: 

• You will work closely with experienced professionals and gain experience and skills. 
• You will develop through on-the-job training, seminars and graduate gatherings, courses, e-learning, and individual follow-up.  
• You will learn about the industry and how we work in Aker BP.  
• You will get a unique opportunity to build your network with current and recent graduates, our Young Professionals network, mentors and leaders across departments and disciplines.  

Locations: Trondheim, Stavanger and Oslo. Please specify your preferred location in your application.  

Please send us a little bit about yourself, your CV and your transcript by 24.08.2025. 

Note that candidates will be evaluated continuously. 

If you are currently enrolled in a master’s program, please send a preliminary grade transcript. 

Note that applications without a diploma/preliminary transcript(s) will not be evaluated. 

Background check and affiliation assessment in the recruitment process:   

Background checks will be performed, following consent from relevant candidates. Furthermore, an assessment of affiliation to high-risk countries is carried out as part of the recruitment process for all positions in Aker BP. 

Contact information:  Recruitment@akerbp.com