Crane Mechanical Technician-Inspector, Aachen, Germany

Gantrex Canada Inc.; Aachen; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Crane Mechanical Technician-Inspector to provide worldwide on-site assistance with crane installations and complex mechanical issues. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in mechanical maintenance, strong analytical skills, and be able to communicate effectively in English. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, training teams, and ensuring safety standards. Frequent travel to support global projects is required.

Formación

• 8+ years of experience in mechanical maintenance, erection, or inspections.
• Proven experience in diagnosing mechanical issues.
• Experience in crane or heavy machinery sector preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide worldwide on-site assistance for crane installations and repairs.
• Conduct inspections of mechanical systems related to cranes.
• Train and mentor teams in inspections and repairs.
• Perform root cause analysis and propose solutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards on-site.

Conocimientos

Mechanical expertise

Analytical skills

Root cause analysis

Communication skills

Adaptability

Educación

Vocational Training in Mechanical or Industrial Maintenance

Herramientas

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Descripción del empleo

Crane Mechanical Technician-Inspector, Aachen, Germany

Main objectives

• Provide worldwide on-site assistance and support for complex mechanical issues related to crane installations, repairs, and inspections.
• Conduct thorough inspections of mechanical systems, including rails, wheels, sheaves, structures, drums, and couplings.
• Train and mentor Gantrex installation teams in mechanical inspections, repairs, and best practices.
• Perform root cause analysis to diagnose mechanical failures and propose effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards while working in demanding environments, including at heights (50-60 meters).
• Generate comprehensive reports with detailed findings and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites worldwide to assist in troubleshooting, repair, and mechanical inspections of cranes and crane rail systems.
• Provide training to Gantrex technicians and customer teams on mechanical inspections, diagnostics, and repair techniques.
• Identify mechanical failures and root causes, proposing practical solutions to improve crane reliability.
• Interpret technical drawings (2D & 3D) to support maintenance and repair activities.
• Document and report inspection results, ensuring clarity and accuracy in findings.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and best practices during site work.
• Perform and/or supervise non‑destructive testing (NDT) inspections and analyze results.

Competence

• Technical Proven experience in diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues in industrial equipment.
• Strong mechanical expertise in maintenance, erection, and inspection of cranes or heavy machinery.
• Experience with NDT inspections is highly valued.
• Surveying knowledge is a plus.
• Language English (must be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers).
• IT Familiarity with MS Office (Word, Excel) for reporting.
• Behavioral Strong analytical and root cause analysis skills to diagnose failures effectively.
• Quick learner with a flexible mindset, eager to adapt to new challenges.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with teams globally.
• Clear and open communication skills, both internally and with customers.

Travel

Frequent travel required to support worldwide projects.

Profile

• Education Vocational Training (FP) in Mechanical, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field.
• Experience Mechanical technician with 8+ years of experience in mechanical maintenance, erection, or inspections.
• Experience in the crane or heavy machinery sector is highly preferred.
• NDT and/or surveying knowledge is a plus.