Job Description

Danfoss Editron is leading the electrification revolution, and our mission is to end pollution with electrification.
Editron specializes in hybrid and electric powertrain systems for the off-highway, on-highway and marine markets. As business division of Danfoss, it develops and manufactures high-performance power systems for heavy-duty vehicles, machines and marine vessels based on synchronous reluctance assisted permanent magnet technology and Si and Si C power electronic converters. We are growing fast globally and would like to invite you to join the award-winning team and to work on the technologies that will enable the world of tomorrow to do more with less.

As a constantly growing company, Danfoss is looking for motivated employees who want to work with us on our success. We are seeking the ideal Approvals Engineer to join our diverse team.
This position is located in Lappeenranta, Finland

Job Responsibilities

As the new Approvals Engineer your main task is to ensure our products meet Marine Standards and regulatory requirements.


In this critical role, you will manage marine certification activities for customer orders, overseeing timely approvals and maintaining compliance.
You will act as primary point of contact, between the sales team, production, and certification bodies, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities include tracking certification expenses, collecting and preparing necessary documentation such as drawings and technical details for approval submissions, and coordinating information exchange between certification bodies and the engineering team to address queries and streamline processes.

Additionally, you will develop and finalize test plans in collaboration with the Classification Society, considering capacity constraints and project timelines.

Background & Skills

To be successful in this role, you should have bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification within appropriate technical field. Background in electrical engineering is an advantage.

Ability to understand and apply industry standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, Marine).

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with ERP and PLM systems such as SAP, Teamcenter, or Sovelia is advantageous.

Excellent proficiency in verbal and written English, combined with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and consistently meet deadlines.

At Danfoss, we cherish the dynamism and ingenuity that a diverse and inclusive workforce brings to our company. It enhances creativity, drives innovation, and enriches our decision-making processes. If you are reviewing this job opportunity and feel that your profile might not align perfectly, do not let that hold you back. We value potential just as much as experience and are eager to discover how your unique perspective could contribute to this role and to Danfoss.
We welcome you to submit your application at your earliest convenience. While there is no set deadline for applications, we encourage you to apply while the position remains listed. We review submissions on an ongoing basis and will conclude the search once we identify the ideal candidate. #LI-hybrid

Should you require more information about this role, please feel free to reach out to Director Operations, Giuliano Facchini at giuliano.facchini@danfoss.com

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work remotely
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.
Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.
Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.