Project Lead - Mechanical Engineering

Middle Point B.V.; Oss; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days paid holidays

13 extra paid ADV days

Working from home allowance

Commuting costs compensation

Dutch language course

Job summary

Middle Point B.V. in Oss, Netherlands, seeks a Project Lead - Mechanical Engineering to drive multidisciplinary yacht projects from concept through production.

You will coordinate propulsion, engine rooms, piping, and hotel systems while guiding a mechanical team and ensuring compliant, production-ready drawings. Requires a 10+ year track record in mechanical engineering within yacht building, strong English skills, and proficiency with CATIA, 3DEXPERIENCE or Siemens NX.

Qualifications

• Lead mechanical engineering projects from concept to production.
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Yacht building experience mandatory.
• Proven experience leading projects in maritime/yacht industry.
• Proficient in English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering projects throughout the complete yacht building process.
• Coordinate 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.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Mechanical engineering

Engineering coordination

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

3DEXPERIENCE (3DX)

Siemens NX

Job description

Referencenumber vacancies-3984-A, Oss, Nederland

Mechanical Equipment

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.

Your responsibilities include:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

This shipyard has built up its legitimacy by years of experience within the international luxury yacht building. The yachts built by them are of the highest quality in the design, workmanship and performance. The Yard develops both exclusive one-off yachts and semi-serial construction, which are built simultaneously in several halls. The process of engineering and construction is characterized by efficiency and innovation towards the achievement of a high quality and of great performance boats. The company culture is characterized by the personal approach of colleagues. The company has been developing rapidly and its projects have been awarded for their innovative and revolutionary character.