Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer

For our Italian branch located in Cologno Monzese (MI), we are looking for a committed and passionate:

Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer

The position is part of Systems Division.

You own the end-to-end technical responsibility for compressor system concept design within customer projects, ensuring alignment with contractual, safety, and engineering requirements. 

Beyond individual projects, you collaborate closely with global, cross-discipline teams to ensure alignments of deliverables and consistent application of engineering standards. 

Your future daily work routine:

• Lead the mechanical engineering execution of complex global projects, managing multiple workstreams in parallel.


• Define system architecture, plant design, P&IDs, control philosophies, and engineering calculations.


• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities, ensuring quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery.


• Represent the mechanical discipline in client interactions, design reviews, HAZOP/SIL workshops, and key project meetings.


• Review vendor documentation, support supplier qualification, and oversee critical FAT activities.


• Provide technical expertise for complex applications and risk assessments when required.


• Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and knowledge sharing across global engineering teams.

Candidate profile:

• Degree (BSc/MSc) in Mechanical or Process Engineering or equivalent


• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in system‑level engineering within complex industrial/process environments, including international project exposure


• Strong knowledge of rotating and static equipment and their integration into complex mechanical systems


• Advanced knowledge of the oil & gas industry or similar process applications


• Proven capability to define and approve system-level mechanical concepts and ensure coherent integration across interdisciplinary functions


• Demonstrated ability to implement standardization initiatives and continuous improvement across teams and projects


• Advanced English skills (CEFR level C1 or higher), written and oral.

We are looking for:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.


• High level of ownership, initiative, and organizational skills.


• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management abilities.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.


• International mindset with strong cross-cultural collaboration skills.


• Proactive, team-oriented approach and ability to work across disciplines.


• Willingness to travel internationally (5–15%).

We offer:

• Flexible and hybrid working model


• Diverse and autonomous responsibilities


• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities


• Inclusive and collaborative company culture


• International environment with engaged and talented colleagues


• Structured onboarding program for a successful start in the role

Salary range: € 60.000 - € 70.000, depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications, with bonus.

This job posting complies with EU Directive 2023/970 on pay transparency and is open to candidates of all genders, in line with Italian Legislative Decree No. 198/2006.

Burckhardt Compression creates leading compression solutions for a sustainable energy future and the long-term success of its customers. The Group is the only global manufacturer that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Since 1844, its passionate, customer-oriented and solution-driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry.