Operational Technology Deployment Engineer Cranes

APM Terminals

At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving — observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be apart of our journey.

As a T&A Deployment Engineer – Large Cranes, you will play a critical role in deploying large crane automation solutions across one of APM Terminals' major transformation programmes. You will serve as the technical authority for the deployment of crane automation products, overseeing the implementation lifecycle from installation and commissioning through to integration, testing, go-live, and operational stabilisation. Working closely with operational, engineering, product, and project teams, you will help ensure automation solutions are successfully integrated into live terminal operations while maintaining business continuity.

Location: Onsite in Bremerhaven, Germany

What We Can Offer

At APMT Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement is driven by Lean principles, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work.

• Contribute to the deployment of advanced automation technologies within one of APM Terminals' flagship transformation programmes.
• Collaborate with global product, engineering, operations, and technology teams on complex automation initiatives.
• Develop your expertise in operational technology, industrial automation, and large-scale terminal modernisation.
• Work in an international environment where technical innovation and continuous improvement are integral to project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end onsite deployment of large crane automation systems, including installation, commissioning, integration, testing, and go-live support.
• Coordinate the integration of crane automation products with terminal assets, operational systems, and third-party technologies.
• Monitor project progress, identify technical risks and issues, and provide recommendations to support successful project delivery.
• Review technical documentation, oversee supplier activities onsite, and ensure deployment activities meet project and quality standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, product managers, operations, and testing teams to align technical deliverables with operational requirements.
• Define testing milestones, acceptance criteria, and participate in validation, commissioning, and operational readiness activities.
• Deliver technical knowledge transfer and capability building for terminal operators, maintenance teams, and deployment personnel.

What We Are Looking For

• Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a thoughtful improvement mindset—curious about how work gets done and motivated to make meaningful, sustainable improvements over time.
• Leadership expectation: We are looking for people who consistently puts customers first, leads by example with respect for people, delivers results with integrity, and drives continuous improvement by solving problems at the root, developing people, and raising standards every day.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering; automation-related qualifications are considered an advantage.
• Proven experience in container terminal operations, port automation, and the deployment of industrial automation technologies within complex project environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of PLCs (Siemens S7-300/1200/1500), SCADA systems (WinCC, Ignition), motion control systems, industrial communication protocols, and technologies including TOS, ECS, OPC UA, APIs, middleware, 5G, and cybersecurity.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary technical deployments involving civil, mechanical, electrical, IT, and operational stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving, stakeholder management, communication, and project delivery skills, with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment. Fluency in English is required; German is preferred.

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