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• Powering transformation for a sustainable future
• 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

Responsibilities

• As part of a small dynamic team of experts, you will define engine retrofit solutions and implement them on vessels world-wide. Your extensive experience in the field will be critical for this role and highly valued within the global organization. In particular, you satisfy the role by mastering the following responsibilities
• Investigate, numerically and experimentally, technology options for optimizing. performances of 2-stroke engines retrofits with focus on scavenging, combustion and turbocharging processes
• Develop tuning campaigns for retrofitted engines and conduct them on the vessel
• Support customers with inquiries in the field of engine performances
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and best practices in marine engine retrofitting
• Define and maintain engine and system performance data based on simulations and testing results
• Generate detailed performance reports

Requirements

• M.Sc. or higher education in Mechanical Engineering or similar (Ing. ETH or HTL / FH or equivalent) with Chemical/Combustion/Thermodynamic background
• More than 5 years of relevant experience desirable
• General knowledge in thermodynamics of internal combustion engines
• Additional knowledge on scavenging, combustion (gas and liquid fuels) and turbocharging processes
• Experience with engine simulation tools like GT Power
• Background on engine tuning
• Open for working on vessels and traveling (mainly Asia) several weeks - months per year
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and take initiative
• Strong communication skills (ability to communicate effectively with both internal & external customers) and team player
• Good command of English language (written & oral)

Our offer

• 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