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As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.
About the job
This role sits at the intersection of engineering, sales, and product development. As a Product & Application Engineer, you will be responsible for translating customer needs into technically viable solutions within our marine portfolio, ensuring the right product fit while balancing technical limitations, cost, and performance.
You will work closely with Sales, Product Management, R&D and Engineering & Supply, playing a key role in complex customer projects—sometimes leading the technical dialogue, sometimes enabling it behind the scenes. This is not a back-office engineering role; you are expected to actively contribute to customer interactions and influence decisions internally.
Key responsibilities:
Lead the technical evaluation of customer requirements and match them with Alfa Laval solutions within the Marine portfolio (e.g., Boilers, Thermal Fluid Systems, Fresh Water Generators, heat exchangers, Organic Rankine Cycle, Sox Scrubber etc.)
Drive and support complex quotation processes, including calculations, technical specifications, and solution design
Actively participate in customer projects through meetings, presentations, and technical discussions—both remotely and on-site
Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, R&D, Product Management, and Engineering & Supply to define feasible and competitive solutions
Act as a product expert (“product champion”)—owning deep knowledge of capabilities, limitations, and applications
Contribute to product launches and campaigns, including internal training and technical enablement
Use and further develop technical documentation, and internal processes
Challenge and align with internal stakeholders when technical or commercial assumptions need to be validated or adjusted
Who are you
You are a structured and commercially aware engineer who is comfortable operating outside of a purely technical environment. You communicate clearly, challenge when needed, and are confident engaging with both customers and internal stakeholders. You combine attention to detail with a pragmatic mindset, and you are not afraid to push back when something doesn’t make sense. You thrive in a role where you need to balance technical depth with collaboration, ownership, and influence.
What you know
You bring a solid technical foundation combined with practical experience from the marine industry. You understand how systems work in real environments—not just in theory—and can translate that into customer value.
We expect you to have:
Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar
2–5 years of experience in the marine industry (e.g., sailing engineer, naval architect, shipyard or marine equipment supplier)
Strong understanding of vessel engine room systems and their interactions
Experience working with technical solutions, system design, or product application in a customer context
Ability to interpret customer requirements and translate them into technical solutions
Experience of simplified CAD drawing and design (correction P&ID, etc.) is an advantage
Confidence working across functions, especially with Sales and R&D
Fluency in English (written and spoken)
Nice to have:
Experience with Boilers, Thermal Fluid Systems, Fresh Water Generators, Heat Exchangers, Organic Rankine Cycle, Sox Scrubber or related marine technologies.
Exposure to complex sales processes or project-based environments
Experience contributing to product development, launches, or technical training
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field
- 2–5 years of experience in the marine industry
- Strong understanding of vessel engine room systems and their interactions
- Experience with technical solutions, system design, or product application in a customer context
- Ability to interpret customer requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Confidence working across functions, particularly with Sales and R&D
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Experience with simplified CAD drawing and design, including P&ID correction
- Experience with marine technologies such as boilers, thermal fluid systems, fresh water generators, heat exchangers, Organic Rankine Cycle, or SOx scrubbers
- Exposure to complex sales processes or project-based environments
- Experience contributing to product development, launches, or technical training
Alfa Laval Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — 401(k) support is described as generous in U.S. postings, and the retirement plan is a notable strength alongside core coverage.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are core parts of the package, and health insurance is often described positively in U.S. materials.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO and paid holidays are standard, with options like purchasing additional PTO expanding flexibility for some roles.
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What We Do
Pioneering positive impact! Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success, elevating the quality of life across society, and driving progress towards a more sustainable world. Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate heat transfer, separation, fluid handling products separation, and fluid handling products. With these as its base, Alfa Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements – in energy, the environment, food, and the marine industry. Alfa Laval today has customers in some 100 countries, employs more than 21,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 63.6 billion (5.5 BEUR) in 2023. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Alfa Laval contributes to 15 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our solutions make a difference in daily life. You can learn more on our website about how our products work, and how they are used in industries worldwide. We welcome your engagement, comments and questions - our guidelines and moderation policy for Alfa Laval channels on social media can be found here: https://www.alfalaval.com/legal/community-guidelines/ Personal data will be handled in accordance with the Alfa Laval Privacy Policy. https://www.alfalaval.com/privacy
