Group R&D : Maritime Nuclear Propulsion

Would you like to take part in building a team on maritime nuclear propulsion?

DNV offers classification services that are central to maritime safety and operational integrity. We also support the industry through a wide range of advisory, technical, and digital services. To further advance our capabilities in emerging energy technologies, Group Research and Development (GRD) is establishing a dedicated team on nuclear propulsion as part of the Maritime programme.

We are now seeking two Research Scientist to contribute to help define the direction of our research, assess risk methodologies, develop simulation tools, and collaborate with industry, government, and academia.

One position focuses on modelling and simulations of maritime nuclear propulsion , while the other position focuses on risk, safety and regulatory compliance .

Both positions are in Group Research and Development (GRD), which conducts strategic and applied research to support DNV’s long-term positioning and scientific credibility. The GRD Maritime programme explores how DNV can develop future classification services and also contribute to decarbonizing maritime transport and energy use. The programme is now expanding to include a new focus area on nuclear propulsion.

The positions as Research Scientist will be located at Høvik, Norway. The researcher reports to the Team leader for Nuclear Propulsion and the team is expected to be 3 members at this stage.

A strong company culture with an emphasis on competence development

Opportunity to collaborate with world-class universities and industry partners, to publish work in international journals and attend scientific conferences.

Great colleagues who value teamwork and support

Attractive total compensation package

6 weeks annual vacation

International working environment

Flexible working hours and focus on work / life balance

Interesting and challenging projects, both national and international

Be part of a world-leading company that has a global reach with more than 15 000 employees around to world and is headquartered in Norway

Close access to the sea and surrounding park with possibility for different outdoor activities

Free shuttle bus from Sandvika and Skøyen

Responsibilities of the  Research Scientist :

Participate in research activities

Engage with partners and customers, industry, governmental agencies and universities, for collaborations

Contribute to developments of strategies and plans

Personal qualifications :

Master / PhD in physics, nuclear, naval or mechanical engineering

Strong communication / presentation skills

Be able to see the overall picture, cooperate across borders and share knowledge

Be self-motivated and result oriented

For the modelling / simulation position we expect a candidate with technical background, preferably in physics, nuclear, naval or mechanical engineering, knowledge and experience from applications of numerical methods in different scientific fields and experience from modelling coupled systems along with a good understanding of safety issues related to nuclear technology. We especially welcome applications from candidates with background from :

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with modelling and / or simulation, preferably using digital twins

Experience in reactor modelling, thermal-hydraulics, radiation shielding, or nuclear safety analysis

• Ability to build digital twins for complex, multi-physics systems
• Familiarity with machine learning for scenario simulation, testing, or system verification

For the risk / safety position we expect a candidate with a technical background, preferably in physics or nuclear or naval engineering, knowledge and experience from risk assessments and experience from modelling coupled systems along with a good understanding of safety issues related to nuclear technology. We especially welcome applications from candidates with background from :

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with risk assessments, risk modelling and / or simulation, in particular quantitative risk models

Experience in reactor modelling, thermal-hydraulics, radiation shielding, nuclear safety analysis

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

For more information about the position, please contact Ole Reistad, Senior Research Scientist and Team leader, Nuclear propulsion, GRD Maritime, phone +47 932 66 908 or