Shipbuilding Engineer

Shipbuilding Engineer Tugs at Damen Workboats

About Our Client

Our client, Damen Workboats, is a key player in the maritime industry, known for its commitment to designing and building innovative, standardized, and smart-customized vessels. Specializing in tugs, dredgers, and workboats, they focus on efficiency through series production of versatile ship designs. By blending technical excellence with market-driven thinking, our client offers high-quality, cost-effective solutions that meet evolving industry demands in terms of quality, delivery time, and service.

Your Role

As Shipbuilding Engineer, you will be part of a multidisciplinary engineering team that includes Shipbuilding, Mechanical, and Electrical & Automation specialists. The position focuses primarily on Damen's Tugs portfolio and involves both standard and new vessel development. Operating from the Gorinchem office, you will be responsible for delivering technically sound shipbuilding designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and contributing to innovative maritime engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and review designs, specifications, drawings, and weight and stability calculations, in line with industry standards

• Generate part and order lists, and prepare technical specifications to support procurement and planning activities

• Assist in the approval process with Class and National Authorities

• Maintain accurate records by registering and archiving all project-related drawings and documentation

• Track, log, and assess engineering hours to ensure alignment with project timelines

• Maintain high standards of quality in your own work, aiming for a zero-defect outcome

What Theyre Looking For

Must-have qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in shipbuilding or marine engineering

• Completed technical HBO degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering

• Proficiency in engineering software such as AutoCAD and Cadmatic-Hull

• Strong command of English, both written and verbal

• High attention to detail and quality

• Ability to organize and manage your own workload effectively

Nice-to-have attributes:

• Familiarity with regulatory processes involving Class and National Authorities

• Proactive mindset with a drive to contribute to both standard and new vessel development

Whats in It for You

This role offers the opportunity to work in a highly respected, innovation-driven international environment. Our client provides excellent working conditions, including:

• Competitive salary based on experience and education

• Minimum of 40 days annual leave

• Strong focus on personal and professional development via the Damen Academy

• A dynamic, technology-focused workplace with a collaborative culture

• A socially active environment that values connection through events and sports

• Thorough onboarding, with pre-employment screening and assessments where needed

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