Production Engineer - Maritime

Who we are

Helsing is a defence AI company. Our mission is to protect our democracies. We aim to achieve technological leadership, so that open societies can continue to make sovereign decisions and control their ethical standards.

As democracies, we believe we have a special responsibility to be thoughtful about the development and deployment of powerful technologies like AI. We take this responsibility seriously.

We are an ambitious and committed team of engineers, AI specialists and customer-facing programme managers. We are looking for mission-driven people to join our European teams – and apply their skills to solve the most complex and impactful problems. We embrace an open and transparent culture that welcomes healthy debates on the use of technology in defence, its benefits, and its ethical implications.

The Production Engineer in the mechatronic systems area plays a pivotal role in optimising production processes, ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and compliance for mechatronic systems, assemblies and components. This position focuses on the practical application of engineering principles to the factory floor, collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to bring innovative designs to fruition and maintain seamless operations.

• Develop, evaluate, and continuously improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Drive the setup and launch of a new mechatronic assembly line in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Design and implement manufacturing tools, equipment, and procedures, ensuring optimal workflow and equipment layout.
• Collaborate closely with design, production, and quality teams to ensure the manufacturability of new products and adherence to specifications.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) by developing production plans and assisting with prototypes.
• Analyse production data to identify trends, address issues, and recommend process improvements.
• Conduct root cause analysis for manufacturing issues and implement effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Prepare and maintain detailed manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, routings, process specifications, and technical reports.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste, improve productivity, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the production team.

• Bachelor s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• 2-3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably within the maritime or defence industry.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, CATIA, NX, Inventor) for designing and modifying parts and assemblies, and creating detailed 3D models and technical drawings.
• Electronic engineering AND/OR Mechanical Engineering exposure
• Strong understanding of maritime materials and processes, including composite materials and CNC machinery.
• Knowledge of quality control standards, including statistical process control and inspection techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across departments and document processes.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools and manufacturing execution systems (MES).

Note:

We operate in an industry where women, as well as other minority groups, are systematically under-represented. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications; ability and impact cannot be summarised in a few bullet points.

• Helsing’s work is important. You’ll be directly contributing to the protection of democratic countries while balancing both ethical and geopolitical concerns

• The work is unique. We operate in a domain that has highly unusual technical requirements and constraints, and where robustness, safety, and ethical considerations are vital. You will face unique Engineering and AI challenges…