Technical Engineer - Dredging Systems

Dredging, Environmental and Marine Engineering NV; Belgique; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

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Mobility program

Training programs

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Résumé du poste

DEME is seeking a Technical Engineer – Dredging Systems based at our Belgian headquarters. You will support maintenance, repair and reliability of dredging equipment on our vessels, working with crews and specialists.

Occasional visits to ships, shipyards and workshops are expected to assess equipment and plan campaigns. We value a master's degree in engineering and about five years in technical roles, with strong mechanical skills and the ability to read drawings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electromechanical or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Approximately 5 years in technical engineering, maintenance, shipbuilding or heavy industry.
• Ability to read technical drawings and translate findings into practical solutions.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to vessels, shipyards and workshops.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and support maintenance and repair activities for dredging equipment on vessels.
• Develop work preparations, repair methodologies, resource plans and safety documentation.
• Describe repair scopes for dredging systems including piping and steel structures.
• Analyze equipment failures and contribute to continuous improvements.
• Create execution-ready documentation for maintenance and repair on vessels.
• Perform on-board assessments and during shipyard periods when required.
• Collaborate with vessel crews, workshop teams, reliability engineers and other engineers.
• Contribute to long-term reliability and performance of DEME's dredging equipment.

Connaissances

Mechanical affinity

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Reading technical drawings

Independent worker

Team player

Willing to travel

Formation

Master's degree in Electromechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Description du poste

As a Technical Engineer – Dredging Systems, you play a key role in maintaining and improving the dredging equipment that powers DEME's world-class fleet of dredging vessels. Based at our headquarters in Belgium, you support the maintenance, repair, and reliability of critical dredging systems installed on our vessels. From wear-intensive piping systems and trailing pipes to large mechanical components and steel structures, you ensure that our dredging equipment remains operational and ready to perform in demanding environments. This is not a sailing or crew position. You will be primarily based at our Belgian headquarters, working closely with fellow engineers, vessel crews, and technical specialists. Occasional visits to dredging vessels, shipyards, and workshops are part of the role to assess equipment, prepare maintenance activities, or support larger repair campaigns. Working across the world's largest and most advanced fleet of dredging vessels, you will gain exposure to state-of-the-art dredging equipment and contribute directly to keeping our fleet operational and efficient.

Your responsibilities

• Prepare and support maintenance and repair activities for dredging equipment installed on our dredging vessels.
• Develop technical work preparations, repair methodologies, resource plans, and safety documentation for maintenance campaigns.
• Define and describe repair scopes for dredging systems, including piping, steel structures, wear components, and large mechanical equipment.
• Analyze equipment failures and recurring maintenance issues and contribute to continuous improvements.
• Prepare detailed execution-ready documentation for maintenance and repair activities on dredging vessels.
• Conduct technical assessments on board vessels and during shipyard periods when required.
• Collaborate closely with vessel crews, workshop teams, reliability engineers, and fellow technical engineers.
• Contribute to the long-term reliability and performance of DEME's dredging equipment.
• Stay informed about technical developments and innovations in dredging technology and heavy mechanical equipment.

Your profile

• Master's degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Approximately 5 years of experience in a technical engineering, maintenance, shipbuilding, heavy industry, or similar environment.
• Strong mechanical affinity and interest in large technical installations and heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of steel structures, wear mechanisms, welding techniques, and mechanical repair methods.
• Experience in maintenance engineering, workshop environments, shipyards, heavy construction equipment, or industrial installations is an asset.
• Ability to read technical drawings and translate technical findings into practical maintenance solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on mindset.
• Comfortable working independently and developing technical solutions based on manuals, drawings, and field observations.
• A team player who enjoys collaborating with operational and technical stakeholders.
• Willing to travel occasionally to vessels, shipyards, and workshops.
• The position is predominantly HQ-based in Belgium.

Your offer

• A challenging engineering role with exposure to a diverse fleet of highly specialized vessels.
• The opportunity to work on dredging systems, trailing pipes, general piping, and technical maintenance challenges across the fleet.
• A stimulating, international and innovative working environment with numerous growth opportunities.
• Continuous learning and development through dedicated training programs.
• A people-oriented culture focused on wellbeing, collaboration, and personal development.
• An attractive mobility program supporting a healthy work-life balance.

About us

DEME is a world leader in the highly specialised fields of dredging, solutions for the offshore energy industry, infra marine and environmental works. The company can build on more than 140 years of know-how and experience and has fostered a pioneering approach throughout its history, enabling it to be a front runner in innovation and new technologies. DEME’s vision is to work towards a sustainable future by offering solutions for global challenges: a rising sea level, a growing population, reduction of CO2 emissions, polluted rivers and soils and the scarcity of natural resources. While the company’s roots are in Belgium, DEME has built a strong presence in all of the world’s seas and continents, operating in more than 90 countries worldwide. DEME can rely on 5,200 highly skilled professionals across the globe. With a versatile and modern fleet of over 100 vessels, backed by a broad range of auxiliary equipment, the company can provide solutions for even the most complex projects. DEME achieved a turnover of 2.62 billion euros in 2019.