Project Lead - Mechanical Engineering

Middle Point; Oss; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days of paid holidays + 13 ADV days

Commuting cost compensation

Working from home allowance

Dutch language course budget

Job summary

Middle Point is seeking an experienced Project Lead - Mechanical Engineering to drive complex yacht-building projects from concept to production in the Netherlands. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver production-ready solutions meeting planning, quality, and technical standards.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in mechanical engineering, hands-on yacht-building experience, and proficiency with CATIA, 3DEXPERIENCE, or Siemens NX, plus excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering.
• Experience within yacht building is mandatory.
• Proven experience leading engineering projects in maritime or yacht building.
• Strong command of English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering projects throughout the complete yacht building process.
• Coordinate engineering of propulsion, engine room, piping, and hotel systems.
• Manage the mechanical engineering team and multidisciplinary activities.
• Ensure timely delivery of engineering documentation and production drawings.
• Coordinate with Production, Procurement, suppliers, and classification societies.
• Monitor project planning, budget, quality, and engineering progress.
• Support the project from detailed design through construction and handover.

Skills

Project leadership

Mechanical engineering

Yacht building

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

3DEXPERIENCE

Siemens NX

Job description

Are you an experienced Project Lead with a passion for luxury yacht building? Do you have extensive experience in mechanical engineering and enjoy leading complex engineering projects from concept through production?

Tasks

Join our client's team and play a key role in delivering some of the world's most exclusive superyachts. As a Project Lead - Mechanical Engineering, you will lead multidisciplinary engineering projects from concept through production, coordinating technical teams and engineering disciplines to ensure high-quality, production-ready solutions that meet planning, quality, and technical standards throughout the entire yacht building process.

• Lead mechanical engineering projects throughout the complete yacht building process.
• Coordinate the engineering of propulsion, engine room, piping, and hotel systems.
• Manage the mechanical engineering team and coordinate multidisciplinary activities.
• Ensure timely delivery of engineering documentation and production drawings.
• Coordinate with Production, Procurement, suppliers, and classification societies.
• Monitor project planning, budget, quality, and engineering progress.
• Support the project from detailed design through construction and final handover.

Job requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering
• Experience within yacht building is mandatory.
• Proven experience leading engineering projects in the maritime or yacht building industry.
• Experience with CATIA, 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX), or Siemens NX is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, engineering processes, and production methods.
• Strong command of English, both spoken and written.
• Proactive, organized, quality-driven, and capable of working in multidisciplinary teams.

Conditions

• Attractive salary, depending on experience.
• 27 days of paid holidays, + 13 extra paid ADV days and paid national holidays
• Compensation for commuting costs depending on your preferred means of transportation - own car / public transport / bike
• Working from home allowance
• Budget for Dutch language course so that you have a good kickstart

Join the Home of Engineers - where your career and social life come together! As a valued member, you'll get exclusive invites to vibrant social gatherings like BBQs, dinners, and our cozy drinks. Plus, celebrate the New Year in style with your loved ones at Middle Point's festive reception.

But it's not just about fun - we've got your professional growth covered too. We'll help you stay ahead by supporting your attendance at key industry events such as METSTRADE, Offshore Energy, and SMM. Because the right connections and knowledge are the fuel for your engineering career.