Ancillary System Engineer

Powering transformation for a sustainable future

At WinGD and across the shipping industry we face unprecedented change as we strive to bring greater sustainability into our global business. As marine engine designers our responsibility in this is significant. A career with WinGD has an impact on shaping a better world for tomorrow.

As a leading developer of the two-stroke engines that power merchant shipping, our people drive innovative solutions for our customers on a global scale. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since its inception in 1893, WinGD continues the legacy of the Sulzer Corporation through innovation in design.

Our success in this ever evolving, competitive environment is based on the drive, innovation and collaboration of our diverse employee population, over 420 people worldwide, representing over 25 different nationalities. Come, be a part of this change.

WinGD is looking for a

Ancillary System Engineer

Help the transformation to greener shipping. Provide the interface specifications between the propulsion engine and the ship systems with the focus of greener technologies. Design and layout the ancillary systems which are required to operate the engine with new technologies, and support updating of existing solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop system solutions for optimised ancillary systems which are required to operate the propulsion engine.
• Create Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) based on the developed system solutions.
• Create Concept Documents, Functional Descriptions, Interface Specification (between systems) to guide the shipyards and other involved parties in designing the project specific ancillary system.
• Create Supplier Approval Specifications for certified components.
• Provide technical support to customers (engine builders, shipyards, etc.) regarding engine installation and ancillary system layout.
• Review and comment installation/ancillary system drawings provided by engine builders, shipyards, and design institutes.
• Assist WinGD departments in all fields concerning the engine-ship interface.
• Provide technical input for the project guide (Marine Installation Manual, MIM).
• Provide training to internal and external customers.

Requirements: Education, experience, and skills:

• B.Sc. or similar in marine, mechanical, process engineering or similar.
• Understanding of system engineering including capability to create P&IDs.
• Good problem solving abilities.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written, minimum B2 level).
• Team player and communicative.
• Knowledge in CAD, process engineering, or drawing software is of advantage, but no prerequisite.

Our offer:

• An opportunity to shape the sustainability and environmental impact of the shipping industry. WinGD is on the leading edge of the technology which is shaping the future of the shipping industry
• A dynamic working environment, blending a long history of technology expertise with industry leading innovation across a global network
• Award winning and extraordinary products
• Multi-cultural and interdisciplinary teams offering diverse perspectives and collaborative thinking
• Dynamic and interactive working conditions. WinGD offers a non-hierarchical, agile structure where input and ideas are welcome
• In-house technology training and professional development opportunities