Project Engineer Elektrotechniek

FairPlay Engineering BV; Werkendam; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

FairPlay Engineering BV in the Netherlands is seeking a Project Engineer Electrical Engineering to own the full electrical scope of large-scale shipbuilding projects. You will lead engineering, coordination, and technical documentation while supporting commissioning and on-board installation.

With project values between €4 million and €6 million per vessel, you will influence technical quality, planning, and conformity to maritime standards, working closely with project managers, suppliers, and

Qualifications

• Experience as an Electrical Engineer or Project Engineer.
• Background in industrial, marine, offshore, or electrical engineering projects.
• Strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple technical disciplines within larger projects.
• Professional proficiency in both Dutch and English.
• Experience with maritime electrical systems or shipbuilding is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer complete electrical installations.
• Coordinate with project managers, suppliers, and production teams.
• Prepare technical documentation and project specifications.
• Support commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting onboard.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact throughout the project.
• Ensure technical quality, planning, and engineering standards are maintained.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project coordination

Communication

Ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Intro information

Ready to take ownership of multi-million-euro engineering projects? Join an innovative and growing organization where you will play a key role in the design and realization of the complete electrical installations for luxury river cruise vessels. Working on technically challenging projects, you will be involved from engineering and design through to commissioning, while having the opportunity to grow into a future Lead Engineer position and help shape the next generation of high-end passenger ship

Company information

For nearly 50 years, our client has been a leading specialist in electrical engineering solutions for inland shipping and passenger vessels. They design, install, and maintain complete electrical systems, ranging from power management and navigation equipment to automation, lighting, and smart onboard technologies.

A newly established division is currently delivering a major shipbuilding program involving the construction of luxury river cruise vessels for one of the world's leading cruise operators. This long-term project offers the opportunity to contribute to technically advanced vessels where comfort, safety, automation, and maritime systems are fully integrated.

Vacancy information

As a Project Engineer Electrical Engineering, you will take technical ownership of the complete electrical scope of large-scale shipbuilding projects. You will be responsible for engineering, coordination, technical documentation, and supporting the realization of sophisticated electrical installations on board luxury river cruise vessels.

With project values ranging from €4 million to €6 million per vessel, this position offers substantial responsibility and a direct impact on project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer complete electrical installations
• Develop lighting, automation, power distribution, and navigation system designs
• Prepare technical documentation and project specifications
• Coordinate with project managers, suppliers, and production teams
• Support commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting activities onboard
• Act as the primary technical point of contact throughout the project
• Ensure technical quality, planning, and engineering standards are maintained

What do you need

What We’re Looking For

• Experience as an Electrical Engineer or Project Engineer
• Background in industrial, marine, offshore, or electrical engineering projects
• Strong sense of ownership and responsibility
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple technical disciplines within larger projects
• Professional proficiency in both Dutch and English
• Experience with maritime electrical systems, power management, navigation systems, automation, or shipbuilding projects is considered a strong advantage.