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Field Application Engineer - Canada

Konecranes is a Finnish company specializing in the manufacture and service of cranes and lifting equipment, as well as the service of machine tools, operating globally across various industries.

Konecranes

Employee count: 5000+

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POSITION TITLE: Field Application Engineer

Address : Home Office Canada

POSITION SUMMARY: Join a dynamic and innovative team as a Field Application Engineer, where your expertise will directly impact the success of cutting-edge crane modernization projects. In this pivotal role, you will travel to diverse crane sites, gathering critical mechanical and electrical data to ensure precise designs, accurate quotes, and seamless installations. Your work will drive efficiency, safety, and excellence, contributing to transformative projects across Canada. Expect an exciting blend of technical challenges, problem-solving, and collaboration with industry leaders.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Embark on site visits to collect detailed as-built mechanical and electrical data, creating comprehensive documentation that guides design, manufacturing, and installation.
  • Play a key role in advancing sales processes by providing expert field application support, installations instructions, and assisting in selecting top-tier subcontractors for modernization projects.
  • Analyze spatial configurations to optimize the integration of new components, identifying potential obstacles and ensuring flawless system upgrades.
  • Champion safety by identifying and addressing OSHA compliance issues, enhancing operational standards during crane upgrades.
  • Strategically assess facilities to devise efficient equipment removal and installation methods, adapting to unique environmental conditions.
  • Collaborate closely with Design and Sales Engineers, ensuring thorough preparation for site visits and comprehensive data collection.
  • Critically review contract documents and sales proposals, offering insights to optimize project scope and client satisfaction.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

  • 5 to 10 years of hands-on technical expertise in crane installation, modernization, and the overhead crane industry.
  • Deep knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, with the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.
  • Proven leadership abilities, strong customer focus, and exceptional collaboration skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and advanced PC applications.
  • Willingness to travel extensively and work at heights.
  • Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • Valid driver’s license with an exemplary driving record.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment.
  • Unwavering commitment to safety, ensuring best practices in all operations.
  • Proficiency in French will be considered an asset.

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Electrical Engineering preferred, or equivalent industry experience in designing and implementing innovative solutions for process equipment.

What we’re offering in-return:

  • Company vehicle
  • RRSP Match
  • Standard Benefits (Dental, Vision, and Medical)
  • Paid Holidays/Vacation
  • Personal Emergency Leaves
  • Learning Development Programs
  • Flexible Hours
  • Short & Long term Disability Plans

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At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. 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.

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. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category.

Konecranes, Inc. and its affiliates will not accept resumes from external recruiters or agencies without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission. Any resumes sent without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission with Konecranes, Inc. are void of any fees and free for internal use. Applicable Konecranes data protection obligations are the responsibility of the agency.

Konecranes moves what matters. Konecranes is 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.

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At Konecranes, we are at the forefront of the material handling industry, driving innovation and technological breakthroughs to revolutionize how the world moves what matters. Our history, tracing back to 1910 with the founding of KONE Corporation, has been a journey of continuous evolution and a relentless pursuit of excellence. We officially became Konecranes in 1994, and since then, we have solidified our position as a global leader. Our core mission is to provide productivity-enhancing lifting solutions and services that empower a wide array of industries, from manufacturing and process industries to shipyards, ports, and terminals. We are not just lifting things; we are lifting entire businesses by enhancing their safety, productivity, and sustainability.

Through groundbreaking technology, we are revolutionizing material handling at Konecranes. Our commitment to research and development is unwavering, enabling us to consistently set industry benchmarks. We have pioneered intelligent lifting solutions, including our TRUCONNECT® remote services, which provide real-time data and insights to optimize crane performance and maintenance. This digital ecosystem connects machines, data, and people, transforming how maintenance services are delivered and empowering our customers with transparency and speed. Our smart features, such as 'Follow Me' technology, enhance operational ease and efficiency by allowing intuitive, manual guidance of crane hooks, significantly reducing load cycle times. Furthermore, our Ecolifting™ vision drives us to develop and expand our portfolio of electrified and hybrid solutions, like the E-VER electric forklift and hybrid RTG cranes, to minimize environmental impact and support our customers' decarbonization goals. We are dedicated to a circular economy, leveraging digitalization and a deeply rooted safety culture to create lasting value for all our stakeholders and contribute to a more sustainable world.

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