Erik Angelsen
About Erik Angelsen
Erik Angelsen is the Director of Engineering at Cognite, where he has worked since 2024. He has a strong background in engineering and technology, with experience in various sectors including FMCG, oil and gas, and maritime, and has co-founded successful startups focusing on technical solutions.
Current Role at Cognite
Erik Angelsen serves as the Director of Engineering at Cognite, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing engineering projects and leading teams to develop innovative solutions. His focus includes enhancing production processes through automation and data analysis. Prior to this role, he worked as a Senior Software Engineer and Tech Lead at Cognite from 2021 to 2024, where he contributed to various engineering initiatives.
Previous Experience in Engineering and Consulting
Erik Angelsen has a diverse background in engineering and consulting. He worked at Powertech Engineering AS as an Entrepreneur from 2015 to 2017, and at Technogarden as a Consultant in 2013. He also served as an E&I Technician at Teekay from 2009 to 2012, and as an Automation Apprentice at Teekay from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, he co-founded and managed two startup companies, focusing on business development and sales of technical solutions.
Educational Background
Erik Angelsen holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Automation from Høgskolen i Telemark, which he completed from 2009 to 2012. He also studied Automation at Røyken Vgs from 2005 to 2007. Furthering his education, he is currently pursuing a Master of Technology in Technology Management and Digital Transformation at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), expected to be completed in 2024.
Specialization in Technology and Innovation
Erik Angelsen specializes in web application development, particularly within manufacturing operational technology systems, Industry 4.0, IoT, and ERP solutions. He has developed and sold customized IoT platforms for various industrial clients. His expertise includes full-stack development using the MERN stack, which supports the creation of customer applications and IoT SaaS platforms.
Experience in Various Sectors
Erik Angelsen has extensive experience across multiple sectors, including fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), building, oil and gas, and maritime industries. His work has involved driving innovation and production excellence, with a strong emphasis on utilizing data to analyze and enhance operational processes through automation.