At Water Linked, we are on a mission to disrupt the market for underwater acoustics with our underwater communication system – developed from scratch with smart IoT technology. By joining Water Linked you are joining a bold and innovative company with strong roots in R&D and product innovation. Our disruptive nature makes up such a big part of our identity that one could almost say that we reinvent the wheel. And it works.
The fact that it works is something our high profile, wide-spread customer base can attest. Our products are in use in every continent, in over 50 countries, by customers across a wide array of industries, some of which are ROV/AUV manufacturers, academia, aquaculture, energy and defence.
Let us describe the challenge
A Backend Project Engineer in Water Linked faces unique challenges when developing products for underwater use, such as working with constrained platforms, optimizing software for low power consumption, and designing for harsh environmental conditions. They need to have a deep understanding of hardware and signals, be skilled in low-level programming languages, and have a passion for using modern tools and technologies.
Creating high-quality software requires continually improving skills and staying up-to-date with advancements in the field. In short, designing products for underwater use requires Embedded Project Engineers to have a unique set of skills and knowledge that allow them to create robust and reliable products in challenging environments.
Description of the imageWhat you'll do
In your daily work you will be the third addition to our Hardware expert group. The group collaborates to deliver innovative solutions into our projects, and makes up one of the five main expert groups, working closely to support the business in reaching our goals. You will cooperate across expert groups and play a crucial role in several exciting projects.
Your tasks and responsibilities within the group will include:
- Design mechanical parts
- Make assembly guides
- Develop production tests
- Design for production
- Acceptance testing
- Product development
- RnD support
- Testing and verification
- Prototypes and 3D printing
- Designing and creating testing equipment/methods
- Lab maintenance
Typical technologies you are likely to come across:
- 3D design and drawing
- Cables & connectors
- Thermal dynamics / properties
- IP grades & pressure resistance
- Fasteners (screws etc)
- Material science
- Structural strength
- Corrosion
- Manufacturability
- FEM analysis
Who you are
First and foremost you are an expert in your domain. In addition you are eager to work in a fast paced, rapidly growing company with high ambitions. You are genuinely committed to becoming a vital part of our operations and embracing our company culture.
As a person and professional, you see the benefit of being bold, collaborative and reliable, and you embody these values the same way as we do on a company level. You are a team player who enjoys working in groups, both across departments and among your department colleagues. As a team player you always want to learn new things and give back by sharing knowledge and exciting discoveries with your colleagues.
Must-haves
- Understanding of mecatronics
- Decent written and spoken English
- Some experience using CAD software
- Ability to work independently
- Desire and ability to work hands-on, i.e. building stuff
Nice-to-haves
- Some understanding of acousticsExperience with subsea/underwater technology
- Mechanical workshop/lab experience
- CNC experience
- ECAD experience
- Molding/potting
If you do not tick all the above boxes, do not worry! In our culture of innovation and collaboration, being motivated, goal-oriented and/or having a strong soft-skillset are all factors that weigh in your favour. So don't let this be a box-ticking exercise. If the job description sounds like something you would like to work with, plunge in and apply!
Application deadline: 10.05.2023
What we offer
Yes, we offer a competitive package and we could have made that bullet-list of what most employers offer, however we want to show you what we think is quite unique with Water Linked:
With us, you will be granted the opportunity to excel in your chosen field, therefore we are organized into expert groups allowing you to become really good and learning from each other in your deep discipline.
We firmly believe that true innovation and exceptional problem-solving stem from being great at a deep discipline and possessing knowledge across various areas of expertise. That's why we have created our very own Water Linked Academy, designed to foster well-rounded skill development and encourage interdisciplinary understanding.
With us, you will be expected to take part in our journey - not just to tag along. It is therefore only natural that you are offered ownership through stock options, which is a risk-free way to take part in the company's financial growth.
Your primary workplace will be situated in our contemporary offices at Nyhavna in Trondheim, which boasts exceptional lab facilities and is conveniently accessible by car, bus, and bicycle.
Want to know even more? We had a chat with Andreas, one of the Hardware Engineers at Water Linked. Read about his role in the company here.
Mayday, you say?
If you have any questions, big or small, about the role, please get in touch with the hiring manager directly and they would be delighted to help.
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