Senior / Service Engineer (Marine Engine)

Palfinger; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Palfinger Singapore is seeking a specialist in engine repairs, maintenance and service to lead technical solutions for marine engines and related deck equipment. You will act as the SME, engage with customers across sales and service, and ensure high-quality service delivery for engine-related projects.

Responsibilities include testing, commissioning, inspection, and upgrades of engines and related gear, while collaborating with service coordinators and teams.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Hands-on PLC and HMI programming experience (Siemens, Mitsubishi, ABB, Schneider).
• Marine/offshore experience is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills; excellent communication.
• Willingness to travel and work offshore as required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the local subject-matter expert and product owner for technical solutions and matters relating to marine engines.
• Support customer engagement, both directly and indirectly, on engine-related topics across sales and service activities.
• Provide service solutions to deck equipment and lifesaving appliances which includes commissioning, inspection, maintenance, spare parts repair, refurbishment, upgrades, hook replacement, etc.
• Familiar with local shipyards and port procedures.
• Utilize electronic, hydraulicand mechanical theory along with related knowledge to test and modify operational machinery.

Skills

PLC/HMI programming

Problem solving & communication

Willingness to travel offshore

Education

Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics degree or diploma

Tools

Siemens PLC

Mitsubishi PLC

ABB

Schneider Electric

Job description

Key responsibilities of the role includes:

The primary function of the role is be a specialist in Engine repairs, maintenance and service.
Support team in other products such as : boats / hooks / davits / winches / cranes

Main tasks of the role includes:

1. Service Solutions - Engine Focus

   • Act as the local subject-matter expert and product owner for technical solutions and matters relating to marine engines.
   • Support customer engagement, both directly and indirectly, on engine-related topics across sales and service activities.
   • Provide service solutions to deck equipment and lifesaving appliances which includes commissioning, inspection, maintenance, spare parts repair, refurbishment, upgrades, hook replacement, etc.
   • Familiar with local shipyards and port procedures
   • Utilize electronic, hydraulicand mechanical theory along with related knowledge to test and modify operational machinery.

2. Administrative

   • Complete thorough service reports to ensure all activities are documented and communicated effectively.
   • Submission of claims, overtime and overseas allowances
   • Report comments and feedback from customers to Service Coordinators or Service Manager

3. Training

   • Attend training and ensure that the technical skills and product knowledge are kept up to date
   • Ensure the validity of relevant certifications to carry out service jobs, and renew accordingly for expiring certificates.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Hands-on PLC and HMI programming experience (Siemens, Mitsubishi, ABB, Schneider)
• Marine/offshore experience is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills; excellent communication
• Willingness to travel and work offshore as required