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At WinGD and across the shipping industry we face unprecedented change as we strive to bring greater sustainability into our global business. As marine engine designers our responsibility in this is significant. A career with WinGD has an impact on shaping a better world for tomorrow.

As a leading developer of the two-stroke engines that power merchant shipping, our people drive innovative solutions for our customers on a global scale. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since its inception in 1893, WinGD continues the legacy of the Sulzer Corporation through innovation in design.

Our success in this ever evolving, competitive environment is based on the drive, innovation and collaboration of our diverse employee population, over 420 people worldwide, representing over 25 different nationalities. Come, be a part of this change.

WinGD is looking for a

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Winterthur

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Be the engineering link that powers innovation. Working across disciplines and stakeholders, you'll guide technical coordination, manage critical interfaces, and support the successful delivery of advanced innovation projects. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact on high-profile energy infrastructure projects worldwide.

• Coordinate engineering work across internal functions, including R&D, installation, cybersecurity, service, supply chain and project management.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, specifications, interface definitions, system descriptions and customer deliverables.
• Support technical clarification meetings, FEED activities, proposal preparation and customer workshops.
• Define and manage engineering deliverables, technical schedules, dependencies and resource requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support scope definition and interface management between engine, auxiliary systems, contractors and third-party suppliers.
• Contribute to technical risk assessments and define mitigation actions for identified engineering, performance, integration and compliance risks.
• Support the development of innovation-specific data sets, technical standards, engineering guidelines and lessons learned for future projects.
• Provide technical support during installation, commissioning, troubleshooting and performance validation activities.

• Degree in mechanical engineering (PhD, MSc or similar) with a strong track record.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in the marine engine or similar businesses.
• Senior engineering background in large engines, system integration or marine power systems.
• Strong understanding of interfaces between engine, generator, auxiliary systems,controls and grid connection.
• Ability to lead cross-functional technical work streams.
• Strong communication and cooperation skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and cross-functional thinking.
• Strong command in English, both verbal and written / German is of advantage.

• An opportunity to shape the sustainability and environmental impact of the shipping industry. WinGD is on the leading edge of the technology which is shaping the future of the shipping industry
• A dynamic working environment, blending a long history of technology expertise with industry leading innovation across a global network
• Award winning and extraordinary products
• Multi-cultural and interdisciplinary teams offering diverse perspectives and collaborative thinking
• Dynamic and interactive working conditions. WinGD offers a non-hierarchical, agile structure where input and ideas are welcome
• In-house technology training and professional development opportunities