Marine Engine Technician

Piloda Group; Brindisi; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Piloda Group in Italy’s Brindisi region seeks a Marine Engine Technician – Mechatronics to join its shipyard workshops. You will perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of propulsion systems and onboard mechatronic systems to uphold safety and efficiency.

The role involves on-board and workshop interventions, using diagnostic tools, interpreting diagrams, and collaborating with the technical team. Proficiency in English is preferred; experience in diesel/gasoline engines is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience as marine engine technician or mechatronics technician.
• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines.
• Ability to read technical diagrams and use diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and extraordinary maintenance on marine engines.
• Diagnose faults in mechanical, electrical, and electronic onboard systems.
• Service propulsion systems, transmissions, and auxiliary equipment.
• Use diagnostic tools and dedicated software to troubleshoot.
• Collaborate with the technical team and other shipyard functions.
• Prepare technical reports on performed activities.

Skills

Marine engines

Diagnostics tools

Electrical systems

English language

Teamwork

Job description

Piloda Group, an Italian holding operating in construction, shipbuilding, and yachting, is seeking a Marine Engine Technician – Mechatronics to join its shipyard workshops.

The selected candidate will contribute to maintenance, diagnostics, and repair activities of propulsion systems and onboard mechatronic systems, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and operational efficiency.

The Role

The Marine Engine Technician – Mechatronics will work within the shipyard workshop and, when required, onboard vessels, performing technical interventions on marine engines and integrated systems.

This role requires strong technical expertise, advanced diagnostic capabilities, and a problem-solving mindset in a dynamic and highly technical environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform routine and extraordinary maintenance on marine engines

Diagnose faults in mechanical, electrical, and electronic onboard systems

Service propulsion systems, transmissions, and auxiliary equipment

Use diagnostic tools and dedicated software

Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards

Prepare technical reports on performed activities

Collaborate with the technical team and other shipyard functions

Profile

Previous experience as a marine engine technician, mechanic, or mechatronics technician

Knowledge of diesel and gasoline internal combustion engines

Electrical/electronic skills applied to the marine sector

Ability to read technical diagrams and use diagnostic tools

Problem-solving attitude and teamwork skills

Operational flexibility and willingness to work both in workshop and onboard

Good command of English (preferred)

Why Join Piloda Group

Work in a highly specialized technical environment

Opportunity to be involved in naval and yachting projects

Professional growth and skill development paths

Dynamic, quality-driven, and innovation-oriented workplace

Piloda Group promotesequal opportunitiesand values diversity.
The selection process is open to candidates of both sexes in accordance with Italian law (D.Lgs. 198/2006).
Personal data will be processed in compliance withEU Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR).