Summer Trainee, Platform Engineering at Konecranes

Hämeenlinna, Kanta-Häme, Finland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Data Management, Process Development, Teamwork Skills, Analytical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Excel, Email, CAD, PLM, ERP, MES, ISO 9001

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Company Description 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. Job Description Are you studying mechanical engineering, industrial engineering or equivalent and ready to hit your professional career with Konecranes Summer Trainee team of 2026? Do you want to gain valuable experience in data management, engineering and process development in an international work environment? We might have the perfect opportunity for you! We are looking for a Summer Trainee to join our RH Crane and component platform team in Hämeenlinna. As a trainee you will be working with process documentation and information management within a mechanical product platform environment, as well as supporting engineering tasks. Your daily responsibilities include for example assisting with organizing, classifying and maintaining information, supporting process documentation, and depending on interest, also may include mechanical design tasks. You will also gain insight into how engineering operations are led, facilitated and documented in practice. You will work closely with your team members who help you get started and support you in your day-to-day activities. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your cooperation skills and network with the best talents of your industry. The job is located in Hämeenlinna with the possibility for partial remote work. Does this sound like something you would appreciate? Check out below what kind of talent we are looking for and apply soon. Qualifications What kind of talent are we looking for? This role is ideal for a mechanical engineering or industrial engineering student who is eager to learn more about how information management links to facilitating and supporting (mechanical) design operations. You are welcome to Konecranes as yourself, but we especially value your good teamwork skills, hard-working attitude, and enthusiasm for developing yourself. Our work environment is highly international, so proficiency in English and the courage to work in an international work environment are important. Requirements: Academic background in mechanical or industrial engineering preferred (preferably 2nd-4th year studies) Good interpersonal and collaboration skills Understanding of analytical thinking and problem-solving from your studies or working life Good skills in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Excel, Email, etc. Basic knowledge of CAD, PLM, ERP or MES tools is seen as a bonus Earlier work experience in product design, product data management or similar tasks are seen as beneficial Experience or knowledge from ISO 9001 quality standard is seen as beneficial Additional Information Why join Konecranes? At Konecranes, you will get to develop your professional skills and apply your academic knowledge in practice. As a trainee, you will gain meaningful work experience in versatile tasks related to operational excellence and engineering data management, and develop your skills in, for example, data management and data integrity, product structure understanding and process documentation and improvement. Depending on your interest, you may also learn about mechanical design tools and methods. At Konecranes, we want to foster an environment where people enjoy their work, feel respected and trusted, and are provided with challenging and interesting responsibilities. Interested? Please submit your Summer Trainee application by 22.2.2026, at the latest, via Apply -link below. We will start screening applications already during the application period and will fill the role once we find the right fit. For further information about the role, please contact Ella Korhonen, RH Platform Manager via email ella.korhonen(at)konecranes.com. What to do while I wait for the application period to end? Did you know that Konecranes has an Instagram account where we give tips for job hunting and information about our open positions? Go check out the account and be sure to follow us! We would love to connect with you on social media! You can find the account from here: https://www.instagram.com/konecranes_careers 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. Job Category: Engineering Employee Group: Trainee Employment Type: Fixed Term Full-time/part-time position: Full-time Workplace Type: Hybrid

Responsibilities

As a Summer Trainee, you will assist with process documentation and information management within a mechanical product platform environment. You will also support engineering tasks and gain insight into how engineering operations are led and documented.