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Documentation Engineer

Documentation Engineer – Thruster Systems 

Kongsberg Maritime delivers cutting-edge technology systems and solutions for customers in challenging conditions worldwide. We offer unique job opportunities in the challenging field of global maritime business with excellent development opportunities. 

We are looking to hire Documentation Engineer to join the Thruster Systems business unit.  

We are looking for someone who is passionate about technical writing and can deliver high quality customer documentation according to the S1000D standard. As a Documentation Engineer, you will take responsibility for the documentation work in development and delivery projects. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, delivery, and support functions. 

Please note that we are reviewing applications already during the application period. 

Key accountabilities 

  • Creating and updating instructions for our manuals 
  • Development and management of documentation for customer projects 
  • Creating documentation for new products 
  • The content includes, for example, technical function descriptions, installation and maintenance instructions, lifting instructions and test plans 
  • Leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency and quality in documentation 

Qualifications 

  • A bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering discipline is recommended 
  • Education or work experience as a Technical Communicator or similar is a possible background as well 
  • Proficient in English (primarily written) 
  • Experience in using an XML-based documentation environment (preferably according to S1000D but experience in DITA is a good base as well) 
  • It is preferable, but not a requirement, to have experience in illustration work 
  • Experience in lifting and lashing operations is considered as an advantage 

You are able to 

  • Act on own initiative, make things happen and accept responsibility for the results 
  • Communicate clearly and professionally and write concisely 
  • Work in a detailed and structured order and use a methodical and systematic approach to create documentation and to prioritize and plan work 
  • Co-operate well with others, share knowledge, experience, information, and support others in the pursuit of team goals 

What we can offer  
With us, you will be offered a competitive salary, good benefit package, flexible work hours and good development opportunities in an international environment. In accordance with the remote work policy, you have the possibility for flexible remote work. By choosing us, you get to work in an inspiring and safe work-environment with sustainable and exciting solutions for the future. 

Work location 
Any Kongsberg Maritime site in the Nordics. Remote working policies applies. 

Point of contact: 
For more information, please contact Manu Rantanen, Technical Documentation Lead by sending an email to manu.rantanen@km.kongsberg.com or by calling +358 40 674 5314. 

Interested?
Please send in your application by 8th June 2026, through our recruitment system.

About Kongsberg Maritime 
A pioneer in marine technology, we develop zero-emission solutions that enhance efficiency and sustainability in 35 countries. 

About Our Propulsion & Handling Division 
We deliver propulsion, handling systems, motion control, and waterjets for merchant, offshore, and naval sectors—ensuring efficiency, safety, and sustainability. 

Join us to shape the maritime future! 

If you would like to get to know us better: https://www.kongsbergmaritime.com/