About the position

Kongsberg Automotive, department Hvittingfoss, is seeking talented and enthusiastic people who are interested in being involved in producing components for the vehicles of the future. We offer a strong corporate culture with focus on innovation, teamwork and effective manufacturing processes.
Our Process Engineering department is searching for a Machining expert to develop new and improve existing manufacturing processes in order to achieve optimal efficiency, minimum lead time and zero defects

Responsibilities

• As part of a Process engineering team, plan, develop and implement manufacturing processes for new products.
• Optimize existing manufacturing processes and implement improvements in production.
• Support running production in problem solving and implementing technical solutions.

Task

• Perform investment analysis of new machines and equipment as well as product cost calculations
• Create/ update instructions and routines for manufacturing processes
• Start-up new production lines/ cells and support daily production
• Prepare technical documentation, drawings, and specifications for the purchasing of machinery, equipment and tooling and support the approval of such
• Support the production of initial samples and prototypes
• Continues improvements of machining processes

Competence Requirements (ideally)

• Bachelor of Science; mechanical engineering or similar education
• 3 years’ experience in manufacturing engineering within similar industry with mass production
• Knowledge of CNC controller
• Cutting tool knowledge for steel machining
• Driver’s license class B (no public transportation to the plant)

Personal characteristics

• Result-oriented with close attention to detail
• Ability to systematically solve problems
• Assertive and able to work in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work in team and individually
• Adaptable and willing to learn

What we offer

• Work in a dynamically developing company with an established position on the international market.
• Challenges and opportunities to implement your own ideas and professional development.
• Good insurance and pension schemes
• Competitive salary and compensation

Application / Contact

If this sounds interesting and likely the right challenge for you, we look forward to receiving your application!

Please register your CV/resume and cover letter.

The applications will be handled on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled before the application deadline date, 30/09-2026

If you have any questions, please contact the Engineering Manager, Espen Elvekrok, phone +47 482 80 560.