Product Specialist Engineer - Simulation

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Job Summary: At PALFINGER, we are seeking an Engineer to develop system concepts and optimize manufacturing, contributing to our global vision. Key Highlights: 1. Global leader in crane and lifting solutions 2. Dynamic environment with opportunities for development 3. Involvement in the development of system concepts 27\.03\.2026 At PALFINGER, we have been elevating products to new heights for over 90 years, driven by a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are world leaders in the manufacturing and supply of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is sustained by the tireless efforts of our more than 12\.350 employees, who daily contribute their ideas and energy toward our vision. Here, you will find a dynamic work environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Join our team and launch your career at PALFINGER. Interested in the position but still have questions? We would be delighted to assist you. **Your Responsibilities** -------------------------- * Develop system concepts and support their implementation up to series production. * Identify solutions and validate them theoretically/virtually. * Support the testing department in defining and executing validation methods. * Coordinate cooperation/interfaces with external engineering firms and other Palfinger global technical centers. * Interact with manufacturing and/or suppliers to optimize manufacturing capability and cost. * Develop 3D models and corresponding project drawings. * Perform analytical calculations, FEM stress simulations, and FEM-based fatigue strength calculations as part of product development and documentation, including static calculations. **Your Qualifications** ---------------------- * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering; * Specialization or Master’s degree in fields related to mechanics, structural analysis, metallic materials, or structural simulation; * Experience in the development and production of large-scale structural components; * Proficiency in finite element method (FEM) calculations for steel components and fatigue strength evaluation (ANSYS Mechanical Workbench, FEMFAT, FKM\-WELD, AutoFena); * Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software (preferably CREO); * Advanced English language skills; German is a plus; * Reliable and autonomous teamwork approach. * Willingness to reside in Caxias do Sul \- RS **What We Offer** ------------------------ Standard benefits, subject to enrollment, including: * Meals – company cafeteria (with employee co-payment); * Transportation – shuttle service (with employee co-payment); * Health Insurance – Unimed NACIONAL (employee and dependents\* – 70% covered by company, 30% by employee) \*children up to age 18; * External and internal dental care (with co-payment upon use); * Pharmacy discount program (discount applied to monthly payroll, based on purchase); * Emergency medical service agreement (company-covered area – no cost); * Group life insurance or tiered life insurance (with co-payment); * Private pension plans (VGBL and PGBL), per company policy and plan; * Resgate Sul home protection service – urban area and within Caxias do Sul city (with co-payment); * Language and education program (per company policy); * Employee association (with co-payment); * On-site fitness classes (no cost); * Profit-sharing program (PPR), per company policy; * Wellhub (formerly gympass). Interested in the position but still have questions? We would be delighted to assist you. ### **Nicole Mano dos Reis** Location ### **Caxias do Sul** *Madal Palfinger S.A.* *Rua Flavio Francisco Bellini 350 CEP 95098–170, Caxias do Sul* *Brazil*