At Kongsberg, we believe that we can achieve world class solutions through dedicated people and continuous improvement of or our technology. We have a commitment in Sustainable Development Goals and for us, the oceans and marine resources are important. We therefore strive to develop products with reduced emission and damage to life below water. We believe in a workplace characterized by diversity and together we can create a work environment that brings the best out of everyone. We are very positive that you want to contribute to our development, and that you want to develop within Kongsberg.

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a mechanical Application Engineer to join the Aftermarket Projects department at Kongsberg Maritime in Kristinehamn. We are looking for a driven, solution-oriented mechanical engineer who enjoys both technical challenges and project-based work.

As Application Engineer, you join a multi-skilled technical department that handles everything from system adaption and interface issues through to detailed construction for manufacturing and purchasing. The team’s specialist areas include mechanics, electronics and hydraulics. As specialist for mechanics, you are the technical lead in projects from signed contract through to installation. You have an overall responsibility for the mechanical construction of our customer orders, including design and adaptation according to our customers specific needs where almost every project is unique. In this position you will work in close collaboration with our customers and suppliers as well as internal functions, such as project management, purchasing and service engineers.

What we can offer

A position with a wide range of challenging work tasks, opportunities to make a real difference and develop on a technical and personal level. You will have the opportunity to work with unique products and shape your role based on your interest and background for the world-leading supplier of maritime solutions. You will work in an international work environment and in multidisciplinary team collaboration. We can offer flexible working hours and the option to work partly remote based on your work tasks.

Qualifications and experience

To succeed in this position, you should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant field in addition to industry work experience. In our global organization and market, a high level of English, both written and oral is essential. Communication skills in other languages are also considered advantageous.

We appreciate your ability to act on your own initiative, make things happen and accept responsibility for the results. In taking on the technical lead for mechanical construction within projects, it is critical to use a systematic approach in planning your work and defining clear priorities. Teamwork is key to succeed in this position, therefore, we value your ability to build a useful network of contacts and relationships, co-operate well with others, share knowledge and experience as well as supporting others in the pursuit of team goals.

Last day to apply 2023-03-26

For this position we work with personality and ability tests, which may be sent to you if you proceed in the process. Interviews may start during the application period as we wish to fill this position as soon as possible. Since we are a company working with customers in the Naval segment, questions related to citizenship will be part of the selection process.

Point of contact

Peter Mähler, Team Manager Aftermarket Projects, Propulsion

Georgina Fielding, HR Specialist

Kongsberg Maritime, a subsidiary of KONGSBERG, is a global marine technology company, providing innovative and reliable technology solutions for all marine industry sectors including: merchant, offshore, subsea and naval. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales and service facilities in 34 countries. Kongsberg Maritime is part of KONGSBERG, an international, knowledge-based group delivering high-technology systems and solutions to clients within the oil and gas industry, merchant marine, defence and aerospace.

Kongsberg Maritime in Kristinehamn consists of 280 engaged people working with sales, research, development, design, service and assembly of market leading solutions for different types of vessels. Our Hydrodynamic Research Centre is one of the world’s leading marine hydrodynamic research facilities, specialized in development, design and testing of marine propulsion systems.

Our Global Customer Support division is responsible for Kongsberg Maritimes services, upgrades and support in the aftermarket. Our 2300 employees are present in 34 different countries around the world. During the operational lifetime of more than 30.000 installations, we ensure cost-efficient delivery of services, upgrades and spare parts in order to secure availability and predictability to our customers.

At Kongsberg, we believe in tackling challenging problems and delivering extreme performance for extreme conditions. We do that through excellent products and services developed for delivering the greatest benefits to our customers.

WORLD CLASS – through people, technology and dedication