Group Manager - Mechanical Design R&D

We are looking for a Group Manager - Mechanical Design R&D to lead and develop our mechanical design group in Uncrewed Platforms. In this role, you will be part of the Uncrewed Platforms R&D Team innovating new and exciting products and maintaining the existing product portfolio.

The mechanical design group is responsible for design and development of among others pressure vessels, electronics containers, battery technology, antennas, motors, syntactic foam applications, subsea and topside infrastructure with handling systems including hydraulics.

We are looking for a candidate who have good time management skills, able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

About us:
You will be part of our Uncrewed Platforms division, dedicated to designing, creating, and building autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and uncrewed surface vessels (USVs). Our advanced vehicles can explore depths of up to six thousand meters and operate independently for extended periods, collecting vital data about the seafloor, water conditions, and underwater objects. We specialize in integrating sophisticated sensors for data collection, maritime navigation, and communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of mechanical designers and draftsmen, drive a culture of collaboration and excellence.
• Oversee the design, development, and testing of mechanical products from concept through production.
• Manage project timelines and resources, providing regular updates to senior management.
• Mentor team members, providing guidance on technical challenges and career development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, software, and project management to ensure cohesive product development.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design processes and efficiency.
  
  

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Extensive experience in mechanical design.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and other design tools.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials selection.
  
  

This employment requires security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority. The successful candidate may start work with limited accesses whilst the clearance is being processed. For more information visit www.nsm.no. Please note that this might affect the offer process or employment.

You are able to:

• Act on own initiative, make things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Communicate in a clear, precise, and structured way.
• Use a methodical and systematic approach, plan ahead, define clear priorities, and allocate resources efficiently.
• Co-operate well with others, share knowledge, experience, information and support others in the pursuit of team goals.
  
  

What we can offer:

• An exciting and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities to work on groundbreaking technology.
• A chance to make a significant impact on the future of marine exploration.
• Competitive salary and benefit packages
• We have flexible work hours and holiday arrangements in addition to a good pension and insurance scheme.
• Good development opportunities in an international environment
• We offer an inspiring and safe work-environment and the possibility to work with sustainable and exciting solutions for the future.
  
  

Work location
Horten Industripark

Point of contact
Even Ødegaard, Vice President - R&D, phone +47 971 71 995

Kongsberg Discovery is responsible for product and technology development, supply chain operations, and project delivery for KONGSBERG's subsea and marine surface sensors, hydroacoustic positioning, sonar & mapping systems, robotic vessels, and communications systems. Through its comprehensive portfolio of offerings, Kongsberg Discovery continues to be recognized as a world leader in its core markets all over the world.

We have a strong history and track record of delivering world-class products and services to customers across the globe. There is a firm focus on developing advanced technological and autonomous systems that optimize operations at sea – while simultaneously reducing the environmental impact – our solutions are key in transforming the maritime sector for a more sustainable future.

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