Proos Oyvind
About Proos Oyvind
Proos Oyvind is a Project Engineer at ExxonMobil with extensive experience in engineering roles at National Oilwell Varco and Grenland Group. He holds a Master of Science in Engineering Design and Manufacturing from NTNU Trondheim.
Current Role at ExxonMobil
Proos Oyvind serves as a Project Engineer at ExxonMobil. He has been with the company since 2018, based in Slagen, Norway. In this role, he is responsible for managing engineering projects, ensuring alignment with installation work, and overseeing mechanical completion. Among his notable contributions, he has managed the installation of a new fender system at the quay and has been involved in multiple piping modification projects at the refinery. His position requires meticulous cost and progress control throughout the project lifecycle.
Previous Positions at National Oilwell Varco
Prior to his tenure at ExxonMobil, Proos Oyvind worked at National Oilwell Varco in Tønsberg, Norway, from 2008 to 2018. His roles included Manager, Field Engineering Riser Tensioner Systems from 2012 to 2018, and Equipment Responsible from 2008 to 2012. During his six years as a manager, he was in charge of field engineering and riser tensioner systems. His responsibilities included overseeing engineering projects and ensuring the efficient operation of equipment. His earlier role involved comprehensive equipment management and required a strong understanding of engineering systems.
Project Engineering Experience at Grenland Group
Proos Oyvind's career includes three years at Grenland Group, where he worked as a Project Engineer from 2005 to 2008. In this role, he managed various engineering projects, emphasizing design, implementation, and completion phases. His responsibilities also included ensuring projects adhered to timelines and budget constraints. This position provided him with significant experience in project management and enhanced his engineering skills, preparing him for subsequent roles in the industry.
Educational Background in Engineering
Proos Oyvind holds a Master of Science degree in Engineering Design and Manufacturing from NTNU in Trondheim, Norway, which he obtained after five years of study from 1998 to 2003. This education equipped him with the technical foundation and expertise required for his roles in various engineering projects. His studies focused on advanced engineering principles, design optimization, and manufacturing processes, providing him with the essential skills for his subsequent career in engineering.
Early Training in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Proos Oyvind completed his early training at the Officer's Training School, studying Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management. He earned the rank of Sergeant after two years, from 1993 to 1995. This training provided him with a strong foundation in logistics and supply chain management, skills that have been valuable throughout his career in engineering and project management. The discipline and organizational skills gained during this period have been integral to his professional development.