Technical Manager for Iron & Steelmaking Projects (f/m/*)

Primetals Technologies; Linz; On-site; EUR 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Occupational health services

Sports activities

Company events

Job summary

Primetals Technologies Austria GmbH in Linz is seeking a Technical Manager for Iron & Steelmaking Projects to lead complex equipment orders, manufacturing, and delivery on time, within budget and to the required quality. You will be the interface between project management, engineering, and purchasing, ensuring smooth execution across international teams.

The role demands international travel, strong English and German skills, and a hands-on, results-driven approach.

Qualifications

• Technical education in mechanical or industrial engineering.
• Experience in engineering/installation projects is advantageous.
• Knowledge of project management methods, contract law, and international teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Analyze technical documents (e.g. manufacturing standards) and commercial terms in customer contracts relevant for the equipment.
• Prepare project-related tender documents in coordination with engineering and technology departments.
• Select best supplier with purchasing and project management, track progress, and initiate mitigation measures.
• Coordinate logistics to ensure timely shipment of equipment to the site.
• Prepare customer documentation for quality, delivery, erection, commissioning, and maintenance.
• Support site team for erection and commissioning issues; contribute to claims management with purchasing.
• Contribute to project closure and lessons learned.

Skills

English

German

Travel willingness

Education

Mechanical/Industrial Engineering Degree

Job description

Developing solutions for the green future of the metal industry?

Primetals Technologies is a global plant manufacturer and service partner to the metals industry and offers a wide range of career opportunities. We are pioneers, in the heart of Linz, with an extraordinary passion to lead the metals industry towards decarbonization and digitalization, contributing to a more sustainable environment. Our pioneer spirit and passion for the world of the iron and steel industry has made us to recognized pioneers in our sector.

More than 7,000 employees worldwide, including about 1,800 at the Linz site, drive our technologies and projects forward. The core competences in Linz are: Iron and steel production, continuous casting, endless strip production, rolling mill technology, automation, environmental technologies, mechatronics, lifecycle services, digital transformation and green steel. If you also have an extraordinary passion for top performance and problem solving, then become part of our global team!

Let's shape the future together!

TECHNICAL MANAGER FOR IRON & STEELMAKING PROJECTS (F/M/*)

WHAT ARE MY RESPONSIBILITIES?

Our department l&S PM is responsible for the project execution of the Iron and Steelmaking*)

business. We provide highest project management expertise and are responsible for the execution

from contract award till closure of the project with the mission to maximize profitability and

customer satisfaction.

For the execution of our projects, we are strengthening our team with a Technical Manager. In this

role you ensure that the required plant equipment will be ordered, manufactured, and delivered as

per schedule, with the specified quality and within the given budget.

You are a member of the project core team and act as the interface between the project and the

purchasing department. A close Cooperation with the Project Manager and other team members is

fundamental to success.

The following tasks are key for the job:

• You analyze the technical documents (e g. manufacturing Standards) and the commercial terms (e.g. packing and logistic conditions) as given in the customer contract relevant for your equipment.
• You prepare project -related tender documents for your equipment in coordination with the engineering and technology department. You ensure that the tender documents are issued in time to potential suppliers to prepare their bids.
• You select the best supplier under consideration of the project requirements in close Cooperation with the purchasing department and the project management. You closely track the suppliers progress, ensure that the right expediting & quality activities are conducted and initiate mitigation measures where necessary.
• You involve the logistic department to ensure timely shipment of your equipment to the building site.
• You coordinate the preparation of customer documentation for quality, delivery, erection, commissioning, and maintenance.
• You Support the site team for erection and commissioning issues. You actively contribute to Claim management for your equipment, in close coordination with purchasing department.
• You contribute in the project closure and lessons learned.

WHAT DO I NEED TO QUALIFY FOR THIS JOB?

• Technical education (e.g. mechanical engineering, industrial engineering)
• Professional experience in adequate technical functions (e.g. technology, engineering, Installation) is of advantage
• Basic knowledge in project management methods and tools, know -how of contract law and regulations for project business
• Work experience in international teams preferred
• Willingness for international travel and for site delegations
• Advanced knowledge in English and German

On a personal level, you convince us with your initiative and self-motivated approach, your high level

of integrity in dealing with others, and your quality-oriented, structured way of working. Your strong

communication and coordination skills enable you to collaborate effectively across teams and

stakeholders. Furthermore, you stand out through your team-oriented mindset, actively contributing

to a positive and productive working environment while building strong relationships with colleagues

and partners alike.

WHAT ELSE DO I NEED TO KNOW?

minimum annual gross salary

under the collective agreement

EUR 54.359,06 (F/00) EUR 60.000,--

Pay for the position is determined based on education and experience.

OUR BENEFITS

In addition, we offer attractive employee benefits, such as occupational health services, a wide range of sports activities, various events, and more.

CONTACT

Primetals Technologies Austria GmbH

A Group Company of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries

[e-mail]

Turmstraße 44

4031 Linz

Austria