Project Engineer

Make it in the North; Kolham; Remote; EUR 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary indication: €3,400 – €5,000 (ex

25 vacation days

3 additional days off

Regular team-building activities

Job summary

Newthex is seeking a mechanical engineer to develop detailed hull doors and hatches for luxury yachts and naval vessels. You will handle multiple projects, coordinate with clients and suppliers, and ensure drawings meet high quality standards.

You will model in SolidWorks, verify manufacturability, and support production and testing stages, including on-site visits when needed.

Qualifications

• Completed technical education, preferably in Mechanical Engineering.
• HBO level of working and thinking.
• Work experience in a similar engineering role.
• Experience with 3D software (SolidWorks is a plus).
• Good command of English.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed, watertight solutions for yachts and naval vessels.
• Coordinate with project managers, sales, clients and suppliers.
• Create 3D models and production drawings based on client specs.
• Liaise with suppliers and inspect technical aspects for quality.

Skills

English proficiency

Independent worker

Structured communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Technical education (Mechanical Engineering preferred)

HBO-level education

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Does mechanical engineering in the maritime sector appeal to you? Do you want your workday to involve more than just modeling? Do you enjoy discussing technical matters with colleagues, clients, and suppliers, and does working in an international environment excite you? Then read on!

Your role

In this varied role, you will develop detailed, watertight solutions—such as complex hull doors and hatches—for yachts and naval vessels. Your clients will primarily be international shipyards. You will work on two or three projects simultaneously while also handling smaller assignments in between.

What does your day look like?

At the start of a project, you discuss technical specifications and requirements with the project manager and the sales representative. You receive a basic 3D model from the client, potentially supplemented by 2D sketches. You then begin modeling a basic concept in 3D using SolidWorks. You take into account technical manufacturability, material availability, and high quality standards, ensuring that all technical aspects are feasible within the client's aesthetic design. During this phase, you maintain frequent contact with an engineer at the client's company to align on technical details. Next, you submit the concept to the client. Following any necessary adjustments and client approval, it is time to create detail, elevation, production, and assembly drawings. This work is carried out by a detail engineer in consultation with you and the engineering manager. You coordinate the activities, serve as the point of contact for technical questions, and review the drawings. Occasionally, you may work on some detail drawings yourself if doing so helps keep the project moving forward. Once the drawings are complete, you hand them over to the work preparation team, which arranges production with various suppliers. You also liaise with these suppliers regarding technical matters. This involves, for instance, structural engineering firms, companies handling hydraulic and electrical systems, and inspection bodies that verify adherence to high quality standards. You work closely with fellow engineers, project managers, and engineering counterparts at client and supplier companies. These clients and suppliers are based in the Netherlands as well as in other regions—including Europe, the Americas, Turkey, and the Far East—with English serving as the primary language of communication. You coordinate matters via email, telephone, and Microsoft Teams. When necessary, you visit shipyards and suppliers to discuss technical details on-site and verify that production matches the specifications and drawings. Occasionally, this requires spending one or more days abroad.

Finally, assembly takes place at Newthex’s own facilities. You are involved in the testing and client acceptance phases, meaning you are frequently present in the assembly hall. You contribute ideas and solutions whenever adjustments or modifications are required. In this way, you see the results of your work firsthand and help deliver high-quality products to satisfied customers!

What do you bring to the table?

• A completed technical education, preferably in Mechanical Engineering;
• HBO (higher professional education) level of working and thinking;
• Work experience in a similar engineering role;
• Experience with 3D software (SolidWorks is a plus);
• Good command of the English language;
• Independence, precision, and a solution-oriented mindset.A place of residence from which Kolham is easily accessible.

Who are you?

You are a professional with a strong sense of responsibility who quickly masters the technical aspects of a project. You are able to work in a structured manner on multiple projects simultaneously. Your communication skills enable you to liaise effectively between the client,colleagues, and suppliers. You enjoy visiting (international) clients when necessary.

Working at Newthex

We specialize in weather- and watertight closures for luxury yachts and naval vessels. Our team is characterized by innovation, craftsmanship, and collaboration. With a flat organizational structure, a team of young professionals, and a strong focus on technology and innovation, we offer an inspiring work environment.

What do we offer?

• Salary indication: €3,400 – €5,000 (excluding allowances)
• 25 vacation days + 3 additional days off
• Regular team-building activities and room for personal initiative.