Chief Engineer - Expedition Yacht Build & Global Voyages

NauticALL; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Accommodation during build phase

Job summary

NauticALL seeks an experienced Chief Engineer for a 46m Feadship explorer yacht under construction. Starting mid-September 2026, you’ll drive final build stages, coordinating with the shipyard, project office and onboard team toward delivery in June 2027 and beyond.

The role builds the engineering department from the ground up for a private, family-oriented yacht with ambitious Med, Northern Europe, Greenland, Northwest Passage itineraries and eventual trans-Americas voyages.

Qualifications

• Experience on yachts of similar size or new-build projects.
• Experience with diesel-electric propulsion systems is advantageous.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding abilities.
• Hands-on, proactive team player with a positive attitude.
• Willing to undergo a criminal background check prior to employment.
• Fluent English (native or near-native preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee final build stages and coordinate with the shipyard and project office.
• Help establish the engineering department for the expedition program.
• Support delivery in mid-2027 and ongoing operations of the vessel.

Skills

Diesel-electric propulsion

Troubleshooting

Team player

Shipyard coordination

STCW ENG1

English fluency

Job description

NauticALL seeks an experienced Chief Engineer for a 46m Feadship explorer yacht under construction. Starting mid-September 2026, you’ll drive final build stages, coordinating with the shipyard, project office and onboard team toward delivery in June 2027 and beyond.

The role builds the engineering department from the ground up for a private, family-oriented yacht with ambitious Med, Northern Europe, Greenland, Northwest Passage itineraries and eventual trans-Americas voyages.