What Timken makes possible begins with you. Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next. A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion. Job Overview: We are looking for a skilled and motivated Service Engineer to join our team, working primarily on-site at shipyards across Greater China. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and service of Lagersmit’s maritime shaft sealing solutions, ensuring the highest standards of performance, safety, and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: <ul style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify">On-Site Installation & Maintenance: <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="text-align:justify">Perform installation, commissioning, and maintenance of Lagersmit’s shaft sealing systems at shipyards, ensuring all work is carried out to the highest quality standards.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Diagnose and resolve technical issues with sealing systems on-site, providing effective solutions to ensure minimal downtime and maximum operational efficiency.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance of installed systems, ensuring long-term reliability and performance.</li> </ul> </li> <li style="text-align:justify">Technical Support & Troubleshooting: <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="text-align:justify">Provide on-site technical support to shipyard personnel and clients, troubleshooting issues and offering expert advice on optimal system performance.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Work closely with the engineering and support teams to resolve complex technical issues and provide tailored solutions to meet customer needs.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Offer guidance and training to clients and shipyard staff on the proper operation and maintenance of Lagersmit products.</li> </ul> </li> <li style="text-align:justify">Customer Relationship Management: <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="text-align:justify">Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with shipyard clients and vessel operators such as; super intendents, vessel managers), ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Serve as the key point of contact for service-related matters, ensuring all client needs are met in a timely and efficient manner.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Regularly update customers on service progress, maintaining clear and open communication at all stages of the process.</li> </ul> </li> <li style="text-align:justify">Reporting & Documentation: <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="text-align:justify">Complete detailed service reports, including service activities, findings, and recommendations, to ensure accurate documentation and communication with internal teams and clients.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Assist in preparing reports on maintenance and service activities for management, helping track service performance and customer satisfaction.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Ensure all service activities comply with safety and regulatory standards, maintaining a high level of safety awareness on-site.</li> </ul> </li> <li style="text-align:justify">Continuous Improvement: <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="text-align:justify">Stay up to date on industry trends, technological advancements, and Lagersmit’s product offerings to continuously improve service quality and knowledge.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Provide feedback to the engineering and product development teams to enhance product designs and service processes.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Qualifications & Experience: <ul style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify">Minimum 3 years of experience in a technical service role within the maritime industry, preferably working with shaft sealing systems, marine equipment, or propulsion systems.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Strong understanding of maritime technologies and shipyard operations in Greater China.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to resolve complex technical issues efficiently on-site.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, shipyard personnel, and internal teams.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Ability to work independently and manage multiple service tasks in a fast-paced environment.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Proficiency in using service tools and equipment, along with a solid understanding of safety standards.</li> </ul> Desired Skills & Competencies: <ul style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify">Knowledge of Lagersmit’s shaft sealing solutions and related maritime technologies is a plus.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Fluent in Mandarin, with proficiency in English considered an asset.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Strong customer service orientation and ability to build long-term relationships with clients.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure with a solution-focused mindset.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Ability to travel extensively within Greater China, including on-site work at various shipyards.</li> </ul> All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Service Engineer (Shanghai, Shanghai, China, 200030) @ Timken

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