Erlend Nydal
About Erlend Nydal
Erlend Nydal is a Project Manager at Cognite in Oslo, Norway, where he has worked since 2020, focusing on digitalization projects in the oil and gas industry. He holds a Master's degree in Industrial Economics and Technology Management from NTNU and has experience in business development and data science.
Work at Cognite
Erlend Nydal has been employed at Cognite since 2020, initially serving as an Associate Project Manager for four years in Oslo, Norway. He transitioned to the role of Project Manager in 2021 and has continued to manage digitalization projects specifically within the oil and gas industry. His work focuses on driving digital transformation initiatives, leveraging his expertise in managing complex projects in the energy sector.
Education and Expertise
Erlend Nydal holds a Master's degree in Industrial Economics and Technology Management from Norges teknisk-naturvitenskapelige universitet (NTNU), where he studied from 2012 to 2019. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his professional roles, particularly in managing projects within the energy sector. Nydal possesses expertise in digital transformation and project management, particularly in the context of the oil and gas industry.
Background
Before joining Cognite, Erlend Nydal gained experience in various roles. He worked as a Summer Intern in business development at SpareBank 1 SMN in 2016 for one month and at HÅG by Flokk in 2017 for five months. Additionally, he served as a Data Scientist at Vilect for two months in 2019. His early career also included coaching at Odd Bjørn Hjelmeseth summer ski camp from 2015 to 2018.
Achievements
Erlend Nydal has been involved in significant digital transformation initiatives since his tenure at Cognite. His management of digitalization projects in the oil and gas sector highlights his contributions to advancing industry practices. His experience in various roles prior to Cognite has equipped him with a diverse skill set applicable to project management and business development.