ROV Tooling Specialist Engineer

Heerema; Leiden; À distance; EUR 100 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual bonus

Pension scheme

30 days leave

Gym access

Office in Leiden

Résumé du poste

Heerema Marine Contractors in Leiden is seeking a Senior ROV & Tooling Specialist Engineer to own subsea work packages, manage interfaces with subcontractors, and drive engineering decisions across decommissioning, transport and installation projects.

You will independently manage technical work packages, act as SPOC for designated subcontractors, and help shape innovative tooling solutions while supporting tender and project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, civil, ocean tech, aeronautical or aerospace engineering.
• 10+ years offshore and subsea experience.
• Experience managing subcontractors and technical interfaces.
• Ability to independently drive engineering scopes and technical decisions.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Manage technical interface between subcontractors and Heerema's vessels and project teams.
• Assess subcontractor proposals for subsea services.
• Act as internal technical SPOC for designated subcontractors.
• Lead engineering activities related to ROV, subsea cutting and dredging operations.
• Define fit-for-purpose tooling solutions for complex subsea challenges.
• Define testing and qualification requirements and provide support during testing and offshore execution (~10% of the year).
• Monitor market developments and evaluate emerging technologies and solutions.

Connaissances

ROV knowledge

Subsea engineering

Subcontractor management

Project execution

Technical SPOC

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering

Description du poste

Dive into the world of cutting-edge subsea technology and play a key role in shaping innovative offshore solutions with Heerema!

Unfortunately, for this position, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or work permit arrangements

Your role in the story

As a vital member of our Subsea Services group, you are the technical link between Heerema's vessels, project teams, and external subcontractors. Your pragmatic mindset and can-do attitude allow you to deliver innovative, fit-for-purpose solutions in a dynamic project environment.

You take ownership of complex subsea engineering scopes, manage technical interfaces with subcontractors and act as a technical single point of contact for assigned subcontractors. Through your expertise, you play a key role in project execution, tender support and the continuous development of Heerema's subsea capabilities.

As a ROV & Tooling Specialist Engineer, you'll have the unique opportunity to work on diverse projects across Decommissioning, Transport & Installation and Offshore Wind projects while taking ownership of increasingly complex scopes.

You will independently manage technical work packages, serve as technical SPOC for designated subcontractors and help shape innovative subsea solutions for some of the industry's most challenging projects. This role provides opportunities to further strengthen your technical leadership, expand your subsea expertise and influence strategic technology decisions within Heerema.

What you will be working on:

Technical subcontractor management

• Manage the technical interface between subcontractors and Heerema's vessels and project teams.
• Technically assess and evaluate subcontractor proposals for subsea services.
• Act as the internal technical single point of contact (SPOC) for assigned subcontractors.

Tender and project preparation

• Lead engineering activities related to ROV, subsea cutting and dredging operations.
• Define fit-for-purpose tooling solutions for complex subsea challenges.
• Identify project requirements and determine required subcontractor equipment and personnel.
• Prepare scopes of work and review subcontractor procedures.
• Define testing and qualification requirements.
• Provide technical support during equipment testing, mobilization and offshore execution of subsea operations (~10% of the year).
• Monitor market developments and evaluate emerging technologies and solutions.

Key ingredients for success

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Civil Engineering, Ocean Technology, Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in offshore and subsea operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors and technical interfaces.
• Ability to independently drive engineering scopes and technical decision-making.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Your Foundation for Success

At our core, we champion an entrepreneurial spirit and a relentless pursuit of growth. We seek individuals who excel in personal development, seize opportunities where others see challenges, and turn them into success. Whether you're a creative problem-solver, an ambitious go-getter, or someone who thrives in collaboration, we cultivate a culture of passion, dedication, and continuous improvement. Personal leadership and initiative are non-negotiable: you own your growth and the impact you make. If you tackle challenges with a creative yet practical mindset, drive goals with determination, and add value to diverse teams, you'll thrive with us. Together, we create impact and drive meaningful change, always focused on results.

Your future colleagues:

The Subsea Services group is responsible for providing specialist services and support for all tenders and projects. ROV & Subsea Tooling together with Survey & Positioning form one team, working within the Discipline Engineering department. Amongst others, the team consist of: Monika Gruszcynska, Stiaan Gerrits, Thomas Kruijf, Mark Chalmers and Laurette BronswijkThe team consist of: Monika Gruszczynska, Stiaan Gerrits, Thomas Kruijff, Mark Chalmers

Here’s why people love working with us

• Strong compensation & benefits, including an annual bonus plan tied to company performance;
• bonus basis = your annual gross salary + 13th month + 8% holiday allowance;
• Future-proof pension: gross scheme covering base + 13th month + holiday allowance, with no mandatory contribution up to €72.488,52.
• 30days off to recharge, with the option to buy 10 extra days;
• Free access to our in-house gym, including fitness classes;
• Activities to connect with colleagues (e.g., our Friday-afternoon get-together);
• A modern and easily accessible office in Leiden.

Dive into the world of cutting-edge subsea technology and play a key role in shaping innovative offshore solutions with Heerema!

Unfortunately, for this position, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or work permit arrangements

A unique maritime adventureAt Heerema Marine Contractors, we deliver the world’s most challenging offshore projects in the energy sector. From designing and engineering to transporting, installing, and removing offshore structures, we make the impossible possible — safely and sustainably.

Our success is built on the expertise and dedication of our diverse team, working together across offshore, onshore, and office-based roles. We value teamwork, innovation, and a can-do mindset, and we are proud of our culture where colleagues support and inspire each other to achieve excellence.

Join Heerema and become part of a world-class team shaping the future of the offshore industry.

Information at a Glance

Highlights

At Heerema Marine Contractors, we offer offshore jobs, engineering careers, and office opportunities worldwide. Join our team and make the impossible possible.

Job Location: HMC Leiden Business area: Engineering Job Level: Senior Req Id: 865