From Vesterålen to Sunnhordland - The journey of Automation and Adventure
nina • apr. 26, 2024

Facts

Name: Mikael Walde

Company and position: Automation Engineer

Background: HVL (Western Norway University of Applied Sciences) – Bachelor`s degree in Automation with Robotics, vocational certificate – automation technician.

From: Vesterålen

Lives in: Skånevik

A bit about me: Singel

Listens to: Rock and conspiracy podcasts.

Watches: Currently watching the "Berserker series" and The Office.

Hobbies: Weight training, outdoor activities, and robot building.

- In Sunnhordland there are lots of different events, clubs and businesses. Just find something that suits you!

  • What type of company do you work for? Sunnhordland Mek Verkstad.

  • How did you get this job? In the middle of my third year of the bachelor program, I received a message from the school mentioning that SMV was looking for engineers. After some research and seeing the exciting projects, the company was involved in, it didn't take long before I decided to apply. By February, three months after sending my application, the contract was signed.

  •  Why was this job interesting to you? The most important thing for me in a workplace is the opportunity for professional development. At SMV, you get the chance to do this in many different fields.


  • What does your job entail? My work primarily involves programming and designing electrohydraulic systems, plus service and customer support.

  • Why did you choose to work and settle in Sunnhordland?  I thought it over because I have a group of friends here, the place is peaceful, plus you have the city and HVL (Western Norway University of Applied Sciences) nearby.


  • What is especially good about living here besides the job? Even though the place is quiet, there is always something interesting happening in the area.


  • What are your tips for others considering moving to Sunnhordland? In Sunnhordland, there are lots of different events, clubs, and companies. Just find something that suits you!


  • A perfect workday for me starts with: A cup of coffee, and it is especially satisfying to see the projects go from a sketch to reality.
Av nina 26 Apr, 2024
- "Stord is just right in size with a fine balance between city and countryside. This, combined with a 'forward-leaning' industry, provides good opportunities to find a good balance between exciting workplaces and a nice place to live."
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Av nina 26 Apr, 2024
- I Sunnhordaland er det masse forskjellige arrangement, klubbar og bedrifter. Berre finn noko som passar deg!
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