Lead Engineer (Offshore Wind)

We ARE Renewables; Noord-Brabant; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

We ARE Renewables seeks a Lead Engineer for offshore wind installations to join our client on a permanent staff basis, based in the Netherlands or Belgium, with international project assignments.

You will drive engineering, preparation and execution of offshore projects, develop detailed method statements, review Orcaflex analyses, translate theory into practical site actions, and lead operations from sea or onshore, with safety and efficiency in focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Civil/Mechanical Engineering with offshore/marine focus.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with safety mindset.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Drive engineering, preparation and execution of offshore wind installation projects.
• Develop detailed method statements to ensure safe, efficient operations offshore.
• Review Orcaflex analyses and engineering reports for quality and safety.
• Prepare work packs and translate theory into practical site actions.
• Lead operations at sea or onshore, focusing on safety and results.
• Support project management with planning, reporting and cost follow-up.

Skills

Offshore leadership

Team player

Strong communication

English fluency

Education

BSc/MSc Civil or Mechanical Eng

Tools

Orcaflex

Job description

We ARE looking for a Lead Engineer for a client of ours, an EPCI contractor in the offshore wind industry, to join them on a permanent/staff basis, to be based either in Netherlands or Belgium.

You will take a key role in preparing and executing pioneering offshore wind installation projects around the world. You will turn ideas into action, translate engineering into safe and reliable offshore operations, and help deliver the renewable energy infrastructure of tomorrow.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Drive the engineering, preparation, and execution of our offshore wind installation projects.
• Develop detailed method statements to ensure safe and efficient operations offshore.
• At sea or onshore, you will proudly lead by example — delivering innovative solutions, safeguarding safety, and staying focused on results.
• Review and validate Orcaflex analyses performed by the engineering team.
• Review engineering reports, procedures, manuals, and method statements.
• Prepare work packs for project execution.
• Translate theory into practice on site, optimizing and leading operations when needed.
• Support the project with ad-hoc operational needs and respond to project management queries.
• Ensure planning, reporting, cost management and budget follow-up.
• At sea or onshore, you will proudly lead by example. Delivering innovative solutions, safeguarding safety, and staying focused on results.

Requirements / Your profile:

• Bachelor / Master degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Offshore or Marine Engineering;
• At least 7 years of experience in the area of subsea cable installation or offshore wind installation projects (such as foundations and/or T&I); (MANDATORY)
• Willingness to work abroad on our vessels or projects and in the office;
• Fluent in verbal and written English;
• Excellent team player and a good communicator.
• Hands-on mindset, commitment to Safety, and passion for offshore innovation.

ONLY FOR EU PASSPORT HOLDERS!

Location: Netherlands or Belgium (depending on the discipline) - relocation is mandatory

Contract type: Permanent/Staff

Start: ASAP (in consultation with client)