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Kalmar Solutions Commissioning Engineer in Portsmouth, Virginia
Business: Kalmar
Job Function: Service
Location:
Portsmouth, VA, US
Commissioning Engineer
Kalmar keeps global trade moving. Our innovative solutions contribute to every fourth container movement in the world and help transform the future of cargo handling. We believe in collaboration, delivering on our promises and that people make the difference.
Purpose of the position
Kalmar USA, Inc. is seeking Commissioning Engineers for its office in Portsmouth, VA. Will oversee and perform the delivery and completion of the on-site installation, commissioning, field testing, and handover of Cargotec Corporation’s Kalmar brand diesel-hydraulic and electric semi- and fully-automated container handling machines and systems.
Main tasks and responsibilities
Specific responsibilities will include individual responsibility for ensuring that: Kalmar brand semi- and fully-automated mobile cargo container handling machines and systems, including Kalmar Autoshuttle shuttle carriers and Kalmar AutoStrad straddle carriers, are installed, commissioned, field tested, and handed over to customers consistent with Cargotec Corporation quality and customer service standards. The mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic parts, systems, and components of Kalmar brand cranes or carriers are fully and correctly tested, optimized, and customized on-site to maximize their operational efficiency, functionality, safety and reliability within a customer's particular port or terminal configuration and operations. Any customer concerns regarding the functionality, operation, maintenance and quality of the delivered and commissioned Kalmar brand cranes or carriers are fully addressed in way that satisfies the customer's concerns while also both educating the customer regarding the limitations and requirements of the components and systems as well as protecting Cargotec Corporation's concerns. Creative technical, functional, and operational solutions are developed on-site to deliver many value-added benefits to the customer as the result of their purchase of Kalmar brand products. Issues and concerns discovered with regard to the technical, functional, or operational parts, components, or systems of the delivered, installed, commissioned, and handed over Kalmar brand semi- and fully-automated mobile cargo container handling machines and systems are understood, documented, and conveyed in an actionable manner to Cargotec Corporation product designers, engineers, and administrators to ensure that any identified concerns or issues with the cranes or carriers are corrected to the extent possible and that new or updated installation and commissioning processes, procedures, policies, methodologies, etc. are developed and instituted in order to prevent the future reoccurrence of the same issue or concern during future crane and carrier delivery, installation, and commissioning projects. Customer staff receives sufficient instruction, training, and support regarding the operation and maintenance of the various components and systems found on the Kalmar brand semi- and fully-automated mobile container handling machines and systems delivered to them. All safety standards, protocols, and requirements are enforced and complied with. All necessary test equipment, tools, spares etc. are available on-site and in sound working condition. Minimal domestic (15%) travel required.Monday through Friday; 40 hours per week; 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; $105,477 to $107,000 year
What you’ll need to succeed
Required : Minimum of Five (5+) years of experience with the delivery, installation, commissioning, field testing, and customer handover of diesel-hydraulic and electric semi- and fully-automated container handling cranes or carriers.
You will be part of
We offer a supportive, challenging and diverse working environment with competitive compensation and fantastic best-in-class benefits packages, including 401(k), medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans with paid vacation and ten paid holidays.
If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career, are motivated and have a strong work ethic, and are interested in working in a world-class, global environment with state-of-the-art projects and technology then we invite you to apply for our role.
Qualified U.S. workers are encouraged to apply for this position.
Interested to join?
Please submit your resume/CV today!
Kalmar is part of Cargotec
Kalmar is the global leader in sustainable cargo handling for ports, terminals, distribution centres and heavy industry. With our extensive electric portfolio and global service network, we help our customers move towards safer, more eco-efficient and productive operations. Together, we develop innovative solutions that shape the future of our industry, improving our customers’ every move. www.kalmarglobal.com
Kalmar is part of Cargotec. Cargotec's (Nasdaq Helsinki: CGCBV) sales in 2023 totalled approximately EUR 4.6 billion and it employs around 11,400 people. www.cargotec.com