Project Engineer (Automation)

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name – people committed to providing our customers with lifting equipment and services that lift their businesses. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community, and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer in automation to join our Manufacturing Technology Development team. By joining our team, you will work with skilled teams and individuals in our factories and development-related support functions. You will be responsible for developing and implementing automation solutions for automated forklifts in Konecranes factories, particularly in the field of intra-logistics automation (Automated Guided Vehicle / Autonomous Mobile Robot) in close collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers. This role is a great fit for a (junior) specialist with some professional experience, capable of working independently and keen to develop their skills in a multicultural environment.  

This is a fixed-term contract for one year, with a possibility of extension to a permanent contract.

Are you passionate about automation and robotics? Do you have experience in production or logistics automation development projects? If you answered yes, keep reading! 

We aim to advance intra-logistics automation in Konecranes factories around the world, and this position offers an excellent opportunity to be at the forefront of that effort. You will have the chance to assess existing automation solutions and drive their development to meet and exceed the needs of our production facilities. This role involves close collaboration with factory shop floor teams and development groups to ensure that their requirements are met, with a strong emphasis on the successful implementation of new automation solutions. Working at Konecranes will enhance your skills through engaging projects and relevant training, and it may also open up numerous internal career opportunities if you desire to grow within the company in the future.

The primary work location for this role is in Hämeenlinna, where the project team meets in person once a week. You are also welcome to utilise the facilities in Hyvinkää or Espoo. As we approach the end of the year and enter the project implementation phase, additional longer on-site visits to Hämeenlinna will be necessary.

Your key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement automation solutions for production and logistics. 
• Work on intra-logistics automation project(s) involving AGVs / AMRs. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and automation solution suppliers to ensure project success. 
• Support management of project timelines and deliverables. 
• Document and report project progress and outcomes.

What should you bring?                   

• M.Sc. in automation, robotics or a similar field. 
• 2-3 years of experience in production or logistics automation development projects. 
• Experience with intra-logistics automation (AGVs / AMRs). 
• Systematic and goal-oriented approach with a strong ability to meet deadlines. 
• Working proficiency in English. Knowledge of Finnish is an advantage. 

We are looking for a professional with previous industrial automation project experience, attention to detail and motivation for the quality that is required in these kinds of projects. To be successful in this role, you will also need to get along with different people and have a team-player mentality. We appreciate past project management experience, but it’s not mandatory. 

We offer you an interesting position in a global multicultural environment, with opportunities to grow along the position and the company. In addition to providing interesting and successful career paths, we are constantly looking to improve the well-being of our employees. 

In addition, we offer our employes in Finland e.g., 

• a flexible work environment tailored to your life situation, including a broadband benefit 
• competitive salary and performance-based incentives 
• comprehensive occupational healthcare and insurance fund (https://vakuutuskassa.com/) 
• ePassi welfare benefit and free gyms in Hyvinkää and Espoo 
• possibility to rent Konecranes cottages 
• possibility to participate in the Employee Share Savings Plan 
• multiple sports and leisure activities through Koneen Kerho ry (www.koke.fi), such as sports, networking and cooking classes, depending on your personal preferences! 

Want to learn more about Konecranes and what your future colleagues have to say? Visit our career pages: www.konecranes.com/careers/konecranes-as-employer  
 

Interested?

If this sparked your interest, apply for the position on 8th May May at the latest. Please be aware that we will begin conducting interviews during the application process.    

For more information, please get in touch with hiring manager Juha Väyrynen via email juha.vayrynen (at) konecranes.com 

For any questions related to the recruitment process, please contact Katre Laan, Global TA Team Lead, at katre.laan@konecranes.com

Konecranes moves what matters. We are 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.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.