Crane Mechanical Technician-Inspector, Aachen, Germany

Crane Mechanical Technician-Inspector, Aachen, Germany

Main objectives

• Provide worldwide on-site assistance and support for complex mechanical issues related to crane installations, repairs, and inspections.
• Conduct thorough inspections of mechanical systems, including rails, wheels, sheaves, structures, drums, and couplings.
• Train and mentor Gantrex installation teams in mechanical inspections, repairs, and best practices.
• Perform root cause analysis to diagnose mechanical failures and propose effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards while working in demanding environments, including at heights (50-60 meters).
• Generate comprehensive reports with detailed findings and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites worldwide to assist in troubleshooting, repair, and mechanical inspections of cranes and crane rail systems.
• Provide training to Gantrex technicians and customer teams on mechanical inspections, diagnostics, and repair techniques.
• Identify mechanical failures and root causes, proposing practical solutions to improve crane reliability.
• Interpret technical drawings (2D & 3D) to support maintenance and repair activities.
• Document and report inspection results, ensuring clarity and accuracy in findings.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and best practices during site work.
• Perform and/or supervise non‑destructive testing (NDT) inspections and analyze results.

Competence

• Technical Proven experience in diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues in industrial equipment.
• Strong mechanical expertise in maintenance, erection, and inspection of cranes or heavy machinery.
• Experience with NDT inspections is highly valued.
• Surveying knowledge is a plus.
• Language English (must be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers).
• IT Familiarity with MS Office (Word, Excel) for reporting.
• Behavioral Strong analytical and root cause analysis skills to diagnose failures effectively.
• Quick learner with a flexible mindset, eager to adapt to new challenges.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with teams globally.
• Clear and open communication skills, both internally and with customers.

Travel

Frequent travel required to support worldwide projects.

Profile

• Education Vocational Training (FP) in Mechanical, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field.
• Experience Mechanical technician with 8+ years of experience in mechanical maintenance, erection, or inspections.
• Experience in the crane or heavy machinery sector is highly preferred.
• NDT and/or surveying knowledge is a plus.