Austria

PALFINGER WORLDWIDE

From Our Home Country to the World. Lifting Each Other to Create What's Next.

PALFINGER is an Austrian company and we are proud of our long heritage here since our founding in 1932. PALFINGER's global headquarters are in Bergheim, near Salzburg. It is from here, that PALFINGER has grown into the global company that it is, with locations across 30 countries. Additionally, our national footprint in Austria comprises of facilities in Salzburg, Vienna (The Hub), Elsbethen (Epsilon Kran), Lengau, and Köstendorf. 

FAST FACTS

- Employees: 2.753

- Locations: Bergheim, Salzburg, Vienna, Elsbethen, Lengau and Köstendorf

- 22% early talents

- 20% international workers

Our Role in the PALFINGER Group

PALFINGER in Austria is focused on ensuring the global operations of the company from its headquarter location, which includes global leadership, HR, finance, marketing, and technology. Across the country, we develop and manufacture a range of hydraulic lifting and loading systems, including loader cranes, timber and recycling cranes, tail lifts, railway systems, access platforms, and offshore equipment. Driven by our values to be straightforward, leading, and passionate, we continuously reach out, reach up, and reach beyond to create what's next.

Careers and Opportunities

At PALFINGER Austria, we offer a broad range of career paths, internships, and apprenticeships. Whether you are interested in production and engineering to corporate positions or global support functions, you will work with talented and passionate people, who lift each other to move industries worldwide.

Our most common roles include:

Production & Assembly: CNC Operators, Welders, Assembly Technicians, Quality Assurance Specialists
Engineering & R&D: Mechanical Design Engineers, Electrical and Hydraulic Systems, Engineers, Software Developers (Digital & IoT)
Supply Chain & Logistics: Purchasing Specialists, Supply Chain Coordinators, Warehouse & Logistics Staff
Corporate Functions: Finance & Controlling, HR & Talent Acquisition, IT Support & Systems Analysis
Sales & Service: Technical Sales Managers, Customer Service Representatives, Field Service Technicians

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PROFESSIONALS

Explore our wide range of professional fields, where you can turn your passion into fulfilment and make a difference every day.

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APPRENTICES

Our training programs offer you the opportunity to begin your career in a dynamic, hands-on environment.

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STUDENTS & INTERNS

Put what you've learned in the classroom into real projects through internships or thesis work that will help you grow personally, professionally, and academically.

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At PALFINGER, you'll find exciting career opportunities across a network of locations that connect local expertise with global impact. Our Austrian sites combine innovation, precision, and teamwork – forming the heart of a worldwide organization that shapes the future of intelligent lifting solutions.

Bergheim

Bergheim – Corporate Headquarters & Holding

Home to PALFINGER’s global management and strategic functions, including Finance, HR, IT, and Global Operations. Bergheim also drives group-wide initiatives in innovation, digitalization, and sustainability.

Salzburg (Kasern)

Salzburg (Kasern) – Innovation and Global Coordination

A hub for engineering, product management, and digital solutions, working closely with international teams to develop smart lifting systems and new connected technologies.

Lengau

Lengau – Assembly & Steel Profile Production

One of PALFINGER’s largest production and assembly sites. Here, loader cranes and high‑precision steel profiles are manufactured, ensuring quality and strength in every PALFINGER product.

Köstendorf

Köstendorf – Crane Headquarters & R&D for Heavy‑Duty Cranes

The innovation hub for heavy‑duty loader cranes, featuring state‑of‑the‑art research and testing facilities where our engineers push the limits of performance, safety, and design.

Elsbethen - EPSILON Cranes

Founded in 1980, PALFINGER EPSILON is a global leader in cranes for timber handling, recycling, and construction, and a full‑service provider in the off‑road sector. Our products are used worldwide, combining advanced engineering with reliability and performance.

Guided by the principles of innovation, international collaboration, and flexibility, EPSILON continuously develops new technologies and optimizes products, services, and processes.

At EPSILON, you become part of a team that values technical excellence, practical solutions, and global cooperation — shaping the future of modern lifting together.

Vienna - The Hub

Our central site for international business development, marketing, communication, and strategy, building bridges between PALFINGER’s operations and global partners.

Our People and Culture

At PALFINGER in Austria, you’ll meet a team of people who are curious, committed, and proud to be part of a global company that values quality and growth.

Together, we support one another to reach beyond, professionally, and personally.

GET TO KNOW OUR COLLEAGUES FROM AUSTRIA

Gerolf S., Discipline Leader Standards & Systems, PALFINGER MARINE Austria

“I genuinely enjoy my work – and that’s a real privilege. At PALFINGER, I’ve had the chance to grow in directions that truly interest me, while working alongside brilliant, supportive people. Our values like respect, quality, and diversity aren’t just words here – they’re part of everyday life.”

Theresa S., fitter in knuckle boom assembly, PALFINGER Epsilon Austria

“I previously worked in assembly and apprentice training, but I wanted to focus more on assembly. Today, I’m the only female fitter in knuckle boom assembly – and I love the daily challenges and variety. Being a woman in a technical role, it’s important to me to work confidently and on equal footing. At PALFINGER, respect and teamwork aren’t just words – they’re part of our everyday culture.”

Josef P., Global Supplier QM, PALFINGER Lengau Austria

“I’ve been with PALFINGER since 1989 and have experienced many exciting roles – from CNC turning to quality assurance and now supplier development. What keeps me motivated is the variety of tasks, the collaboration across departments and with suppliers, and the constant evolution of processes. PALFINGER truly values the know-how of its people, and that makes all the difference.”