TALENTED, AMBITIOUS AND READY FOR A NEW CHALLENGE? We are currently looking for a Service Engineer to work for our Florida office and globally as required. The position will report to the Operations Manager.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct services, participate in testing, commissioning, annual & 5 year inspections on lifeboats and davit/winch systems globally.
• Complete service reports and deliver to Service Coordinator.
• Perform Safe Job Analysis according to the procedures and as advised by the Service Coordinator.
• Communicate with Service Coordinator/Service Manager and the customer regarding the progress of the service job.
• Satisfactorily complete Palfinger Marine In-house courses related to position/service missions.
• Diagnose, adjust, repair or overhaul of Palfinger cranes and/ or Life Saving Equipment (LSE).
• Annual inspections on Palfinger cranes.
• Assist Production Manager in Assembly/Productions when required.
• Apply electronically, hydraulically and mechanical theory and related knowledge to test and modify operational electrical machinery.
• Apply electronically control equipment and circuitry, hydraulically circuits and components, mechanical equipment
• Operate machine for test, inspection, diagnoses and trouble shoot.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or modification to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturer's specifications.
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) spare parts and OEM repaired parts.
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on Palfinger machines.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using relevant measuring devices.
• Read, understand and interpret operation manuals, parts manuals, blueprints and technical drawings.
• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency and safe integrity of the machine.
• Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
• Understand and be able to communicate the basic SOLAS regulations that are applicable to the LSE and the processes the FSR is working with.
• Demonstrate the ability to take control of the job and able to communicate clearly with the client.
• Complete assigned paperwork as to procedures. Fill out all forms properly, including customer's signature where applicable.
• Work in accordance with the company’s latest Strategy, Quality Manual, HSE Policy and applicable laws and regulations.
• Be willing to travel globally as required.
• Superior may delegate other tasks.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Technical background, with proven experience in hydraulic construction
• Marine/offshore experience
• Experience in Service Engineering
• Have sound theoretical knowledge of cranes/hydraulics/electrical knowledge in the marine/fishing industry environment and with 1 year of experience in hydraulics.
• Be able to support other product divisions.
• English written and verbally
• Ability to communicate orally with management and other co-workers is important
• Passport with no travel restrictions
• Computer skills
• Clean driver's abstract

Physical Demands

• Regular use of a variety of measuring tools, the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential
• Standing or sitting for extended periods is common
• Hearing and vision within normal ranges is important to conversations
• Must be physically and mentally fit and prepared to travel away from home for periods to time
• Heavy lifting is expected. Exertion of up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally may be required
• Have the ability to climb stairs into the boats and must not be afraid of heights.

Preferred Skills

• Personal Qualities: Organized / Structured

We Offer

• A very interesting and challenging full time job
• Chance to be part of the fast-growing PALFINGER MARINE family
• Competitive compensation package (98% paid health, dental and life insurance for employee, vision coverage offered at employee's expense, paid vacation, paid holidays, 401K plan)
• And last but not least, a friendly team, open door policy and informal company culture

EEO Statement

Palfinger Marine USA, Inc. considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, non-duty-related disabilities, or any other legally protected status. Palfinger Marine USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Maritime: 3 years (Preferred)
• Life Saving Equipment: 3 years (Preferred)
• hydraulic: 1 year (Preferred)
• mechanical: 3 years (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Hydraulics: 3 years (Required)
• Mechanical: 5 years (Required)
• Life Saving Equipment: 3 years (Required)
• Maritime: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: On the road