TBM Senior Mechanical Plant Engineer (Cracovia)- Tunnel Construction Project

Protecnium is an international consulting firm specializing in engineering and technical services (www.protecnium.com/en). We are currently looking for a TBM Senior Mechanical Plant Engineer to join our team for a Tunnel Infrastructure Project in Poland (on-site position).

-Project: Large-Scale Tunnel Construction with TBM

-Estimated duration of the position: +24 months -In general, when the project ends, we try to place the employee in other projects to give him/her continuity.

-Summary

The TBM Senior Mechanical Plant Engineer will be responsible for providing senior-level mechanical technical support for TBM and backup systems. The role focuses on ensuring high equipment availability, efficient maintenance planning, troubleshooting complex failures, and continuously improving machine performance on site.

-Main Responsibilities

• Provide senior mechanical technical support for TBM and backup systems.
• Ensure high availability and reliability of TBM equipment.
• Plan and supervise preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Diagnose faults and perform root cause analysis for complex failures.
• Optimize machine performance through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support troubleshooting activities during TBM operations.
• Coordinate with maintenance and operations teams on-site.
• Ensure proper implementation of maintenance procedures and standards.

-Working hours: 8 hours rotational shifts ( 7/3 7/4 o 7/2/ 7/2 /7/3)- the specific working hours will be defined later in the process.

-Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical, Electromechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or Technical Diploma.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in mechanical maintenance or plant engineering for heavy machinery or industrial equipment.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in TBM projects.
• Strong knowledge of TBM mechanical systems, including hydraulics, lubrication, and rotating equipment.
• Experience in preventive and corrective maintenance planning.
• Experience in fault diagnosis and root cause analysis.
• Experience working with EPB and/or Slurry TBMs.
• English level: C1 (Advanced).
• Availability to work on-site in Poland.
• EU work permit required.

-Benefits

• Working for an international company currently expanding.
• 22 paid vacation days.
• Travel: At the beginning and end of the project.
• Hotel: Two weeks of accommodation if necessary.
• Relocation package provided.

The description and conditions indicated here are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees but do not constitute a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and general competencies required by the staff. Additionally, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to modifications as required by the employer.



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