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Mechanical Engineer - Life Saving Boats (f/m/d)

17.05.2024

We have big plans for the future - do you want to be part of them?

PALFINGER is an international group based in Austria with approximately 12 000 employees. The group has for many years been a world leading manufacturer of innovative lifting solutions for commercial vehicles and for maritime/offshore mobile or fixed units. As a global partner for innovative and reliable Lifting & Handling equipment and Lifesaving equipment, PALFINGER delivers state-of-the-art technology and products enhancing safety and responding to the group`s strategy goals: Go for Solutions – Go Digital. PALFINGER Marine offers equipment to all major maritime segments, including offshore, marine, cruise, navy/coastguard, and wind. PALFINGER Marine product groups are Marine & Wind Cranes; Boats, Davits, and Fenders; Winches, Handling and Access Equipment; and Offshore Cranes.

In our office in Seimsfoss we are currently looking for a Mechanical Engineer to strengthen our team. The office contains of 50+ talented and experienced colleges that are ready to welcome another team member onboard. In this international environment you will be an important key to further develop our success in life saving boats.

We are searching for self-driven and motivated mechanical engineer who is also a team player. As a mechanical engineer, you will have responsibility for design of metal structures, components, assemblies, outfitting of boats. You will also work with technical documentation according to technical department procedures, customer requirements and international standards. You will work closely with other members of the Engineering Team, both in Seimsfoss but also other Marine locations around the world. In this job you will be involved and work together with the team in different phases of a project.

Your Tasks

Mechanical design of metal structures, assemblies, components and prepare technical documentation according to technical department procedures, customer requirements, international standards
Checking and preparing mechanical drawings, documentation according to technical department procedures
Prepare / support project department during preparing technical documentation related to mechanical structures, assemblies and components
Technical clarifications with suppliers, producers of mechanical components, metal structure during purchasing process
Cooperate with colleagues from other disciplines on technical department during design of complete product
Technical support of metal production and service engineers during their service assignment or commissioning

Your Qualification

MSc or BSc degree in mechanical engineering or close related disciplines
Minimum 1 - 5 years’ experience in Mechanical Engineering, but newly graduates are encouraged to apply
Good knowledge of the CAD and ERP system
As English is our working language, you must be fluent in both spoken and written
Structured, creative and solution oriented, we have an open door policy and like discussions to find the best solution

We offer

Unique opportunity for a skilled Mechanical engineer who wants to see the real-life result of his/her efforts
The role entails a chance to grow your skills and work systematically in a team with great colleagues, where you will be exposed to all phases of the products
Competitive salary based on your experience
Flexible working hours
An inspiring working environment
Attractive location in Seimsfoss
Great work environment with an active social committee /BIL
You will be part of the fast-growing PALFINGER MARINE FAMILY

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you see that your background and preferences are matching. Applications will be processed on an ongoing basis.
Looking forward receiving your application!

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