Lead Engineer Mechanical Shipbuilding

Royal IHC; Molenlanden; On-site; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime technology company in the Netherlands seeks a Lead Engineer Mechanical Shipbuilding to oversee the design of ship equipment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in mechanical engineering, over two years of leadership experience, and strong problem-solving skills. This role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including flexible working hours and a training budget.

Benefits

€5,600 - €8,300 gross monthly salary

40 vacation days

Training budget of €1,500 every three years

€0.21 per kilometer commuting allowance

Profit-sharing scheme

Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant work experience in a leadership role.
• Excellent communication skills in English and preferably Dutch.
• Willingness to work in Kinderdijk and/or Krimpen aan den IJssel.

Responsibilities

• Functionally lead, coach, and develop team members.
• Offer technical advice during tenders and address production-related issues.
• Support stakeholders throughout implementation and aftersales.

Skills

Leadership

Technical advice

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical engineering or related

Job description

Overview

As a Lead Engineer Mechanical Shipbuilding, you’ll be at the forefront of designing and engineering ship equipment that operates in the demanding maritime environment. Your work directly contributes to the success of our projects.

Your responsibilities

• Functionally lead, coach, and develop team members, and provide input for performance appraisals when applicable.
• Offer technical advice during tenders and address potential production-related issues or gaps and contribute insights on production approaches, sequencing, and budget implications.
• Support internal and external stakeholders throughout implementation, production, and aftersales, addressing technical queries.
• Identify, evaluate and improve bottlenecks in processes, installations, and equipment.
• Assess customer requirements related to product materials, processes, quality, and specifications, and conduct initial opportunity and risk analyses.
• Review processed drawings for consistency, missing information, readability, and user-friendliness. Adjust or elaborate on documents and system information as needed.
• Provide input for detailed Machinery & Piping plans and specify work to be outsourced.
• Revise basic engineering packages based on non-conformities, personal insights, or directions from others.
• Engage with relevant stakeholders to document process, installation, and equipment activities.
• Offer insights through periodic and ad hoc reports on quantitative and qualitative developments.
• Stay informed about relevant engineering methods, tools, and technologies in the market.
• Develop, improve, validate, and implement new and existing methods, tools, technologies, procedures, and protocols.

Your profile

To be considered for the Lead Engineer (Machinery and Piping) position, you should meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related technical disciplines (e.g., Naval Architecture).
• At least two years of relevant work experience in a similar leadership role.
• Excellent communication skills in English and preferably also in Dutch.
• Willingness to work in Kinderdijk and/or Krimpen aan den IJssel in the Netherlands.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Please note that for this position, candidates must reside in the Netherlands and hold a valid EU work visa to be considered.

Royal IHC offers you:

• A gross monthly salary between €5,600 and €8,300 + 8% holiday allowance (based on a fulltime working week).
• Good work/life balance with 40 vacation days for full-time employment with the option to buy or sell (additional) leave.
• The possibility to work from home with associated expense allowance and/or to perform the work on the basis of flexible working hours (depending on the position).
• An average salary pension scheme in which matters are properly arranged in the event of accidental death, incapacity for work or unemployment.
• Good disability insurance.
• Participation (on a voluntary basis) in the Social Fund, on the basis of which care and related costs are reimbursed that are not covered by your health insurance.
• Discount on VGZ's additional healthcare insurance.
• A training budget of €1,500 every three years.
• Unlimited sporting in our own fitness room (in exchange for the sustainable employability day).
• €0.21 per kilometer commuting allowance.
• A profit-sharing scheme.

Department

At our Royal IHC Engineering department, we play a pivotal role in translating functional challenges into precise technical specifications that can be transformed into operational reality. Our dynamic team spans various disciplines, including mechanical, hydraulics, HVAC, and piping systems.

About Royal IHC

Royal IHC is a leading supplier of maritime technology and expert craftsmanship. Driven by innovation, our dedicated experts provide a competitive edge to our worldwide customers in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries. We deliver reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and create a platform for a more sustainable performance. As we navigate new waters, our aim remains unchanged: to discover the smartest and safest way forward for both our customers and our people. Together, we create the maritime future.

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