Field Service Engineer – Superyachts | Relocate to the Netherlands Aveiro

Xelvin; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Xelvin is seeking a Field Service Engineer to work on premium aluminium automated door systems on some of the world’s most exclusive superyachts. The role involves workshop preparation, on-board installation and international service work, with activities across Europe, the Mediterranean and the Caribbean.

You will travel to shipyards and service locations, performing commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting while ensuring top quality, safety and finish at every installation.

Qualifications

• You do not need to come from the superyacht industry, but you do need strong technical skills, attention to detail and the motivation to work at a high‑quality level.

Responsibilities

• Installing new aluminium automated doors on board superyachts.
• Mounting drives, door panels, mechanical components and control systems.
• Connecting, checking and testing control systems.
• Commissioning automated door systems on board.
• Performing service, maintenance and troubleshooting on superyachts worldwide.
• Working on new-build projects at shipyards in the Netherlands and across Europe.
• Supporting service projects mainly in the Mediterranean region and the Caribbean.
• Working closely with colleagues, shipyards, subcontractors and yacht crews.
• Making sure every installation meets the highest standards of quality, safety and finish.

Job description

Field Service Engineer – Superyachts

Work on high‑end technology in the world of superyachts.

Are you a hands‑on technician based in Portugal and ready for an international step in your career? For Alukwa, a specialist in automated aluminium door systems for superyachts, Xelvin is looking for a Field Service Engineer who wants to relocate to the Netherlands.

In this role, you will work on premium, tailor‑made technical systems used on some of the most exclusive superyachts in the world. You will combine workshop preparation, installation, commissioning and international service work. Most service activities take place around the Mediterranean region and the Caribbean, so this role is ideal for someone who enjoys technical variety and international travel.

Responsibilities

• Installing new aluminium automated doors on board superyachts.
• Mounting drives, door panels, mechanical components and control systems.
• Connecting, checking and testing control systems.
• Commissioning automated door systems on board.
• Performing service, maintenance and troubleshooting on superyachts worldwide.
• Working on new‑build projects at shipyards in the Netherlands and across Europe.
• Supporting service projects mainly in the Mediterranean region and the Caribbean.
• Working closely with colleagues, shipyards, subcontractors and yacht crews.
• Making sure every installation meets the highest standards of quality, safety and finish.

Qualifications

You do not need to come from the superyacht industry, but you do need strong technical skills, attention to detail and the motivation to work at a high‑quality level.

About the role

This is a varied role where you will work in the workshop, on board at shipyards and internationally at service locations.