Concept Designer Crane

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SEAONICS will lead our customers efficiently and safely to the next level of intelligent, electrified handling and lifting solutions. In this way, we assist our customers to become the best in the world for sustainable exploration, development and harvesting of the ocean space.

Seaonics is strengthening its Concept & Solutions team and is looking for a Concept Engineer with special focus on crane applications to join us. The role is central in developing robust, compliant, and competitive technical solutions in close collaboration with Sales - particularly in early project and tender phases.

You will work with mission-critical handling equipment for specialized vessels, where technical quality, operational performance, regulatory compliance, and cost competitiveness are all essential. In Concept & Solutions, you will be at the forefront of developing advanced offshore and maritime equipment, working closely with a highly experienced and multidisciplinary team. You will have the opportunity to influence technical solutions in the early project phases where your impact matters most, while contributing directly to both technology development and commercial success.

Duties and responsibilities

• Develop technical concepts and solutions in collaboration with Sales and C&S team
• Take a leading technical role in sales projects, coordinating and aligning technical resources as required
• Participate in tender and early-phase project work towards customers
• Present technical solutions and their benefits in customer meetings
• Perform engineering calculations to validate concepts and key design decisions
• Carry out 2D and 3D modelling as part of concept development
• Analyze load handling challenges and operational requirements
• Prepare and contribute to cost calculations, ensuring realistic and competitive solutions
• Ensure that solutions are in line with applicable standards, regulations, and class requirements
• Participate in exhibitions and seminars, and stay updated on market trends and competitor landscape

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Marine, Offshore, or similar)
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience, preferably within offshore, marine, or handling equipment
• Experience with engineering calculations and technical evaluations
• Experience with 2D and 3D design/modelling tools
• Experience in leading or coordinating technical work in projects is beneficial
• Working knowledge of applicable standards and regulations (e.g. DNV or similar)

SEAONICS works systematically for inclusion and diversity and encourage everyone to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above.

This employment may require a background check, or security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority.

Personal qualities

• Strong sense of ownership and responsibility
• Comfortable taking initiative and driving technical work forward
• Both analytical and solution-oriented, with ability to see the big picture
• Fluent English language skills, written and spoken
• We encourage women to apply for this position

We can offer

• Inspiring working environment with challenging tasks in an exciting and international team
• Opportunities for learning and personal development
• Flexible work hours and competitive salary and benefit package
• Company health services
• Good pension and insurance agreements
• Modern office facilities

SEAONICS and VARD recognizes the importance of having fun at work, this is why with VARD Social you will have the chance to bond with colleagues through new experiences and shared interests. The social offer varies throughout the year and includes activities like 'walk and talk' during lunch hours, fjord cruises, cooking lessons, go karting, football practices and wine tasting, just to name a few.

With the right blend of fun, expertise and hard work, we are creating ships for the future. Join us!

With its head office in Ålesund on the west coast of Norway, SEAONICS offers customers the benefit of its experience from one of the world's longest and most extreme coastlines.

 Our mission is to make critical maritime lifting and handling solutions even smarter, more efficient and profitable through specialized knowledge and advanced technology.