Lead Mechanical Development Engineer – Structural & Cylinder head Systems (m/f/d)

INNIO Group; Jenbach; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

INNIO Group in Tirol, Austria is seeking a lead engineer to drive engine concepts and functions for NPI and NTI, collaborating across disciplines to deliver robust power solutions. You will lead multiple projects, manage risks, perform testing and analyses, prepare technical reports, and coordinate design reviews.

INNIO offers above-market compensation, an inclusive international team, and opportunities to shape advanced propulsion technology.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of reciprocating engine technology and associated systems.
• Experience and knowledge in cylinder head development.
• Experience in valvetrain development.
• Strong analytical skills and a results-driven approach.
• Quality-oriented mindset with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with troubleshooting methods and development models.
• Team player with strong English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of engine concepts and functions for NPI and NTI.
• Collaborate with disciplines to execute engine development.
• Identify and mitigate risks across projects and provide guidance.
• Drive RCA investigations and apply quality processes through technical reviews.
• Lead field investigations on client sites to resolve system and functional issues.
• Perform design, simulation, testing, data analyses, and software definition tasks.
• Prepare technical reports and drive knowledge management; present results in design reviews.
• Prepare for project design reviews and close all action items.
• Be flexible to take on additional reasonable tasks.

Skills

Reciprocating engine technology

Cylinder head development

Valvetrain development

Analytical skills

Quality mindset

Troubleshooting tools

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Job description

INNIO Group is a globally distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression.

Your Responsibilities

• Working within the functional team and in conjunction with the other disciplines, lead and undertake the development of engine concepts & functions for both new product introduction (NPI) and new technology introduction (NTI)
• Build working relationships with other disciplines in order for a team to execute the development of engine concepts & functions for both new product introduction (NPI) and new technology introduction (NTI).
• Lead and drive multiple projects simultaneously through the identification and mitigation of risks within the project scope. Provide guidance to mitigate the identified risks.
• Drive technical investigation and resolution within RCA´s and other quality processes through technical review of the available data, providing guidance to the team and taking ownership of significant issues as and when required.
• Drive and lead field investigations on client site to resolve system & functional issues, support the issue resolution on component & system level.
• Carry out challenging design, simulation, testing, data analyses, software definition and similar tasks
• Prepare written technical reports and drive rigor into systematic know-how management. Coordinate input from across own team and present system level results and project progress within project design reviews
• Lead the preparation process for project design reviews, ensuring all relevant Design Review action items are closed prior to the review.
• Flexibility to attend any other reasonable task as required.

Your Profile

• Comprehensive knowledge of reciprocating engine technology and associated systems.
• Experience and knowledge in the area of Cylinder Head and Valvetrain development.
• Strong analytical skills, a results-driven and proactive approach to work, and a commitment to high-quality task execution.
• Demonstrated quality-oriented mindset and rigorous attention to detail; proven track record of project delivery
• Proficiency in the use of relevant tools, troubleshooting methods, and development models.
• A team player who is comfortable working in an international environment and possesses strong oral and written communication skills in English.

At INNIO, we offer an attractive compensation package that is above the collective agreement for the metal industry. Your qualifications and experience will be considered in an open dialogue during the recruiting process to ensure a market-competitive compensation package.

Why INNIO?

Decades of expertise meet pioneering spirit and the will to make more possible. We think ahead, get things done and solve what matters together. Responsibility comes early, and so does the expectation to take initiative and make decisions. Those who work here see their own impact and help shape what comes next.

Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, every employee feels a sense of belonging, and everyone has the opportunity to contribute, grow, and succeed.