Monday, October 27, 2025
Danfoss

Engineering Trainee - Smart Drives & Systems

Posted: 1 days ago

Job Description

The Impact You'll MakeIn Danfoss Drives we are looking for Application Engineer Trainees within our Trainee Program, who is curious to learn and willing to invest in personal development, customers, and their team with a flexible mindset as well as a structured approach to projects. Enjoy collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise to create the best solutions.Are you an innovation driven undergraduate or postgraduate specializing in electrical engineering? Do you have aspirations of leadership and a strong desire to contribute to Danfoss Drives' ambitious mission towards a green and sustainable future? If so, we invite you to apply. This program is designed to help you develop core competencies whilst empowering Danfoss Drives to maintain our unique position in the world's sustainable transformation. Join us in making a difference!What You’ll Be DoingResponsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following.Customer visitsPre-sales activities (Simulations, design of solutions etc.)Commissioning trips (together with experienced engineers)Service trips (together with experienced service engineers)Work with local Application EngineersJoint work on project assignment defined by Head of RegionWe will provide a thorough onboarding to the organization, values, and behaviors. You will be accompanied by an experienced colleague who will share the knowledge on contract management, customer relationship and stakeholder management. You will gain extensive knowledge in Danfoss Drives products (e.g. frequency converters, power electronic components) and technical solutions that will determine a green futureThe international scope of Danfoss Drives and the program equips you to work with people from different cultures and professional backgrounds – you will also build an invaluable network of expert colleagues.What We're Looking ForFor this position you are Under- or Postgraduate within Electrical Engineering, or a corresponding technical education or background. You have first experience from student or entry-level positions and are interested in working in a technical environment and contributing to future-oriented solutions. Additionally, we are looking forThe Ideal Candidate Possesses These SkillsUndergraduate or postgraduate specializing in Electrical engineering, with focus and already having basic knowledge about variable speed drives, electrical motors and/or electrification systems.0 - 2 years related experience after graduationVery good communication & networking skills with customer-focused mindsetFlexible mindset as well as structured approach to projectsAmbitious about own development and career aspirationVery good at English written and oral.Driver’s licenseFlexibility with regards to travelWhat You'll Get from Us We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities. You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are. You’ll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great. Ready to Make a Difference?If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

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