Kongsberg Maritime is growing - and we want you to be part of our journey. Join us as Senior Mechanical Engineer. In this role, you will play a part in our dynamic Naval Handling team delivering essential cutting-edge products for our business. 

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will work as part of a multidisciplinary team producing designs for equipment associated with specialist Naval Handling Systems, including Mission Bay Handling Systems. The position will entail whole life technical involvement from interpretation of customer requirements during tendering, through to concept development, detailed design, manufacturing support, testing and installation onboard the naval vessel. You will also be responsible for identifying and undertaking R&D and improvement activities to keep our product at the cutting edge of Naval technology. 

Innovate for a better world with us. Protechting People and Planet drives every solution. 
 

What you will be doing 

• Develop mechanical engineering solutions that meet customer requirements. 

• Provide technical reference / guidance to equipment suppliers, internal departments, and customers. Approve / witness factory tests and inspections at supplier’s works. 

• Manage supplier interfaces and provide technical assistance / approval to suppliers. 

• Checking the technical work of others and provide technical guidance to colleagues in other departments and to suppliers and customers. 

• Create technical design appraisal documents for submission to marine classification societies 

• Manage Requirements, Risks, Assumptions, Interfaces and Issues during all design phases. 
  
  

We think you should have 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s degree preferred). 

• Proven experience (10+ years) mechanical engineering experience relevant to this role. 

• Experience of working in a highly regulated industry. 

• Proficiency in mechanical engineering software and tools (2D and 3D) relevant to the marine industry. 

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. 

• Strong people skills and communication skills, both verbal and written. 

At KONGSBERG, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement.  Your unique perspective is valuable to us. Your skills, attitude and perspective could be exactly what we are looking for! 

This employment may require security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority, clearance through Civil Aviation Authority or a background check. Please note that this might affect the offer process or employment. 
 

You are able to 

• analyse complex issues and problems and come up with rational judgments 

• demonstrate specialist knowledge and expertise in own area 

• produce fresh and imaginative ideas and solutions 

• communicate in a clear, precise and structured way 

• co-operate well with others, share knowledge, experience, information and support others in the pursuit of team goals 

• be aware of own strengths and limitations and pursues learning and career development opportunities 
  
  

Why join us 

• An exciting and important position working for the world-leading supplier of maritime solutions 

• Be part of a diverse team spread across several countries, embracing collaboration and cultural diversity. 

• Professional and personal development and career opportunities – including access to training programs and mentorship opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. 

• Competitive pay and benefits, including attractive insurance policies and pension schemes. 
  
  

KONGSBERG's strength is in unity. Diverse minds, protechting people and planet, drive innovation worldwide. 
 

Where you will be working 
Ålesund, Norway