Performance Development Expert
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
* 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).
* German appreciated.
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
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