Design Engineer, Port Cranes

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Design Engineer to join our Port Cranes team. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative and challenging projects in the crane industry, contributing to the design and development of material handling equipment and special-purpose machines.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and understand project specifications and technical requirements
• Create 2D drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD, NX, and Teamcenter
• Interpret engineering drawings and visualize complex mechanical systems
• Ensure designs align with Konecranes standards and quality guidelines
• Collaborate with team members and hand over finalized designs to lead engineers
• Plan and execute design activities to meet project milestones
• Maintain clear and effective communication within the team
• Comply with company policies and engineering best practices
• Awareness of ISO 14001 & 45001 standards

The role is based in our office in SP Infocity, Pune – but it goes without saying that the remote & hybrid working is a part of our modern ways of working.

To achieve these goals,

The qualifications and experience required for the role focused on designing engineering tools:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Production Engineering from a reputable university
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of design experience in:
• Crane Industry
• Material Handling Equipment
• Special Purpose Machines
• Heavy Engineering Industry

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, NX, and Teamcenter
• Strong grasp of engineering fundamentals
• Knowledge of welding, manufacturing processes, and GD&T
• Ability to interpret and visualize 2D views and 3D models
• Familiarity with other CAD tools is a plus
• Excellent English communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset and collaborative approach

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Production Engineering from a reputable university
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of design experience from Crane Industry, Material Handling Equipment, Special Purpose Machines, Heavy Engineering Industry

What we offer to you

• As a Design Engineer, this role offers the opportunity to work on challenging and exciting projects within the crane industry, providing innovative solutions that drive our company's success. You will be part of a collaborative team that values excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. If you are a proactive individual with a solid technical background and excellent design skills, we invite you to apply and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional port crane solutions.
• A flexible and inclusive work environment that supports work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Exposure to leading crane technology and global engineering standards.
• A collaborative team culture focused on excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

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Interested?

Do you have what it takes to join our community and take a key role in our Design Engineering team? If yes, please submit your application with CV as soon as possible, latest by 10.10.2025 via the Apply link below.

For questions, feel free to contact the recruiting manager Ashutosh Patil. via email ashutosh.patil (at) konecranes.com, or Global Talent Acquisition Specialist Kanchan Mahajan via kanchan.mahajan (at) konecranes.com or via LinkedIn

Konecranes moves what matters. We are a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.