Senior Technician Pilot Line & Development Prototype

About Valmet
Valmet is a global leader providing cutting-edge solutions for the pulp, paper, and energy industries. With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, we are continuously growing and looking for talented individuals to join our dynamic team

We are looking for a Senior Technician Pilot Line & Development Prototype— a skilled, hands-on technician responsible for managing our Senna Pilot Line and Prototype Laboratory within the R&D department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and perform trials on the Senna Pilot Line.
• Collaborate with the Pivot Lab and Senna Pilot Line Manager on the management and preparation of trials.
• Support trial execution, data collection, and results analysis in collaboration with the Pivot Lab, Senna Pilot Line Manager, customers, and the Development department.
• Perform and analyze rolls using instrumental measurements for data trials in collaboration with the Pivot Lab.
• Provide prompt assistance to solve technical issues during testing phase, related to processes and machinery.
• Conduct process checks and quality control to improve product quality and propose improvement solutions.
• Perform mechanical check out of converting roll machines (Senna Pilot Line and prototypes).
• Collaborate with the technical department to resolve or improve technical solutions

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• A Technical School Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related fields.
• 5-8 years of experience as Mechanical Technician in the converting manufacturing industry;
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings; proficiency in MS Office 365 and JT Viewer.
• A structured and systematic approach to completing tasks according to targets and schedules.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for complex technical issues.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with a proactive approach to work.
• Commitment to quality standards and safety procedures.
• Strong work ethic.
• Availability and willingness to travel is a plus.
• Technical English proficiency is required; fluency is a plus.
• Find yourself in Our Values: People, Excellence, Renewal and Customer. We value people who embrace improvement, collaborate effectively, focus on customer needs, and aim for high performance.

We offer:

• Work in a global organization with international customers and colleagues, dynamic and modern work environment
• Be part of an organization committed to innovation and excellence
• Onboarding plan
• Huge learning catalog
• Internal canteen free of charge
• Flexible working time
• Safety culture
• Annual performance review

Additional information

If you are interested in becoming part of the Valmet team in Lucca, please send your application as soon as possible - we are eagerly waiting for your application!

We are looking for a Senior Technician Pilot Line & Development Prototype, with a planned start date in November 2025.

Valmet is an inclusive Employer, welcomes individual differences and offers equal career opportunities to all identities and minorities.
 

When everything works together 

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With over 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork. 

Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers