Modernizations Field Application Specialist

Company Description
Konecranes moves what matters. Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive, and sustainable way. That's why, with 16,000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle, and move what the world needs.

Job Description
Position:
Modernizations Field Application Specialist

Location:

Burlington, ON, L7L 6A4

Join a dynamic and innovative team as a Field Application Specialist, where your expertise will directly impact the success of cutting‑edge crane modernization projects. In this role, you will travel to diverse crane sites to gather critical mechanical and electrical data to ensure precise designs, accurate quotes, and seamless installations. You will project manage the field installation, start‑up and testing of modernization projects of various sizes and complexity, working with our Konecranes team, subcontractors and customers.

Your work will drive efficiency, safety, and excellence, contributing to transformative projects across Canada. Expect an exciting blend of technical challenges, problem‑solving, and collaboration with industry leaders.

Principal Responsibilities

Frontline sales support

Site visits to collect detailed as‑built mechanical measurements and electrical data

Prepare reports, sketches, drawings, diagrams, maps, photos etc. of collected data

Selection of related and approved subcontractors

Develop preliminary field installation plans and timelines

Critically review contract documents and sales proposals

Field Project Management on large modernization jobs

Review contracts documents, proposals and purchase orders

Technical review of engineering documentation for field implementation

Field verification of approval drawings

Installation planning – methodology, timelines, equipment, materials, personnel

On‑site project management – manage installation schedule, technicians, planners and FOMs, subcontractors, track delays for back charges, customer liaison, technician support to GTS/Engineering, collect field documentation (SAT, Load Test Report, Tru Connect Activation)

Other tasks related to function – e.g., root‑cause reports on highly technical issues and/or Key Accounts

Qualifications

3 to 5 years of hands‑on technical expertise in crane installation, modernization and the overhead crane industry

Deep knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, with the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings

Willingness to travel extensively and work at heights on the equipment or from a MEWP

Proven leadership abilities, strong customer focus and exceptional collaboration skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and advanced PC applications

Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders

Language:
English (Bilingual French an asset)

Travel:
Frequent travel on a regular basis up to 50% and can get higher on specific projects.

Valid driver’s license with an exemplary driving record

Ability to travel internationally for training or related to function

Demonstrated ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment

Unwavering commitment to safety, ensuring best practices in all operations

Education:

Engineering degree or equivalent experience

What we’re offering in return

Salary ranges between $80,000 and $90,000 per year

Company vehicle

RRSP Match

Standard Benefits (Dental, Vision, Medical)

Paid Holidays/Vacation

Personal Emergency Leaves

Learning Development Programs

Flexible Hours

Short & long term Disability Plans

How to Reach Us
If you don’t meet the desired criteria 100% and your resume looks like an experiment? Don’t worry! Life experience is also important, so show us what you can do.

Please send us your meaningful application documents online.

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