Project Engineer (m/f/d) - 12 months

NACOS Marine; Hørsholm; On-site; DKK 560,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

NACOS Marine in Denmark seeks a Project Engineer to customize and deliver cutting-edge automation systems for commercial vessels, with a retrofit focus. From presales through handover, you’ll collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure secure, high-quality solutions.

The role requires hands-on automation experience, strong communication, and a proactive mindset to drive projects to successful completion while maintaining quality and cybersecurity standards.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in marine engineering, automation, electronics, or related field.
• Experience in automation or control systems for vessels.
• Familiar with SCADA/SRO and IEC 61131-3 languages.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Eplan or SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and program vessel automation systems using proprietary tools.
• Customize software and databases with vessel-specific values and parameters.
• Create and maintain project documentation and FAT/test protocols.
• Test, debug, and support integration during engineering and FAT.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Technical Support, Field Service and Sales.
• Advise on design changes and assist with quality and cost-control issues.
• Support planning to balance stakeholder expectations and security requirements.
• Ensure compliance with customer procedures and internal standards.

Skills

Marine automation

IEC61131-3 languages

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Technical education in marine engineering / automation / electronics

Tools

AutoCAD

Eplan

SolidWorks

SCADA/SRO systems

Modbus

CANbus

IEC61162

Job description

NACOS Marine is a globally integrated group of companies at the forefront of maritime automation, navigation, and control systems. Building on decades of expertise and a heritage of trusted solutions, NACOS Marine continues to pioneer technologies that set the standard for safer, smarter, and more efficient ship operations worldwide.

Role Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Project Engineer (m/f/d) to join our team in Hørsholm. In this key role, you will be responsible for the customization and delivery of cutting-edge automation systems for commercial vessels, with a strong focus on retrofit projects. You will play a crucial part from presales through to final project handover, collaborating closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality, secure, and efficient automation solutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and program automation systems tailored to vessel-specific requirements, using NACOS Marine’s proprietary software tools
• Customize software and databases by integrating vessel-specific values, signals, and parameters
• Create and maintain project documentation, including functional descriptions, test protocols, I/O lists, and drawings for approval by vessel owners and shipyards
• Test and debug systems and functionalities during engineering and participate in in-house Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
• Coordinate and communicate with internal stakeholders such as Project Managers, Technical Support, Field Service, Sales, Spare Parts, and Logistics to ensure smooth project execution
• Provide technical advice on design changes, support problem resolution, and proactively assist colleagues with quality or design issues
• Support planning of project scopes to balance stakeholder expectations and deliver high standards of quality, cybersecurity, and cost control
• Ensure compliance with customer-specific and internal quality and security procedures

Role Requirements

• Technical education in marine engineering, automation technology, electronics, or a related field
• Multiple years of relevant work experience in automation or control systems
• Familiarity with SCADA/SRO systems, IEC 61131-3 languages, and standard communication protocols (Modbus, CANbus, IEC61162)
• Working knowledge of platform equipment (pumps, valves, switchgear) and design tools (AutoCAD, Eplan, SolidWorks)
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 and able to work effectively across teams
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Team-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn new technologies

Why choose us and why we’d choose you?

At NACOS, we’re about more than getting the job done. We empower people to take ownership, embrace responsibility, and shape their own path. Innovation here thrives on collaboration, curiosity, and the courage to seize opportunities and drive change.

Authenticity is key. We believe that when you can truly be yourself at work, great things happen. We’re open, honest, and committed to learning from our experiences. We foster an environment where every voice matters, where people feel valued, supported, and safe to grow.

Our team is passionate about building smart technologies that help create sustainable societies, and we’re looking for a colleague who shares that drive.

We value and embrace diversity in all forms and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed based on their talents and contributions.