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.

As an example, PALFINGER together with AkerBP are developing future cranes for automated and autonomous operations. Successful development and maturing of technology will enhance safety, reduce costs and environmental footprint. Our next generation products will be state-of-the-art for unmanned O&G and offshore wind installations.   

Job Description

PALFINGER Marine Norway is strengthen up the engineering capacity and is therefore looking for strong technical candidates to join our mechanical discipline. With us you will participate in developing state-of-the-art and reliable products for the future. We are seeking for highly motivated and skilled mechanical engineers to join our great engineering team. With us, you will have responsibility for mechanical design of our steel structures and components. You will play a vital role in delivering projects to our customers.  

In PALFINGER we care about R&D, engineering, production, and service of our products in the aftermarket. You will be part of a highly skilled team of colleagues with different nationalities and strong technical and/or academic skills. You will have the opportunity to cooperate and share knowledge with colleagues across nations. You will have the opportunity to push boundaries and to explore new opportunities. We embrace entrepreneurship in the right context.

Work tasks will be:

• Mechanical design of steel structures, assemblies, or components
• Preparation and checking of technical documentation and drawings according to internal procedures, customer requirements, and standards 
• Support Project department with technical documentation covering the mechanical scope for structures, assemblies and components for the project
• Clarify technical engineering related issues with suppliers and producers
• Cooperate with colleagues from other disciplines
• Provide technical support to Service department for service assignment or commissioning

Qualifications

• MSc or BSc degree in mechanical engineering or closely related disciplines
• Minimum 5-10 years’ experience in mechanical engineering - preferably experience in development and production of cranes or other marine handling equipment for lifting appliances
• Practical use of 3D design tools such as Autodesk Inventor or similar
• PLM/PDM experience will be a plus
• Good English skills written and spoken
• Excellent cooperation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team

Additional information

We offer a challenging and diverse job in an international and inspiring work environment, competitive compensation reflecting your experience and qualifications, flexible working hours, insurance package, and the opportunity to be part of the PALFINGER MARINE FAMILY.

 If you see that your background and preferences are matching, and if you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact HR Business Partner, Karina Planting (+47 900 64 403), or Head of Engineering Offshore Crane, Amrinder Singh (+47 462 63 132).

We will process applicants on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to receiving your application, and you are welcome to send your CV and application in Norwegian if you prefer. In accordance with GDPR, please do not send your CV and other personal data directly to the contact person.