Senior Outfitting Engineer: Naval Ships, Decks & Systems

Middle Point; Vlissingen; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support (housing search & 


Expat tax advantage (30% ruling)

3 weeks holidays + 13 ADV days

Job summary

Middle Point is seeking a Senior Engineer Outfitting to shape layouts, functionality, and technical integration for complex naval vessels in the Netherlands. You will be part of the basic engineering team and act as a technical authority within outfitting engineering.

You combine conceptual thinking with hands-on engineering, translating requirements into practical, buildable solutions while mentoring junior engineers and supporting the outfitting team in project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in outfitting, arrangements, steel outfitting, or naval ship engineering.
• Strong proficiency in Cadmatic and/or CATIA / 3DExperience.
• Solid knowledge of shipbuilding standards, class rules, and production processes.
• Proven ability to develop arrangements, lists, and fabrication or mounting drawings.
• Strong understanding of usability, maintainability, and ergonomics in complex ship designs.
• Good command of the English language, both written and spoken.
• EU citizenship is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing general arrangements for accommodation, technical spaces, and outer deck areas.
• Engineering steel outfitting and deck layouts with focus on functionality, maintainability, safety, and ergonomics.
• Creating and reviewing 2D and 3D models and drawings using Cadmatic and CATIA / 3DExperience.
• Ensuring designs comply with class rules, naval standards, and customer specifications.
• Producing and checking fabrication, mounting, and installation documentation.
• Coordinating interfaces with other engineering disciplines, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Supporting production, installation, and commissioning phases with technical expertise.
• Contributing to process improvements, yard standards, and engineering best practices.
• Mentoring junior engineers and supporting the professional growth of the outfitting team.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering

Tools

Cadmatic

CATIA

3DExperience

Job description

Middle Point is seeking a Senior Engineer Outfitting to shape layouts, functionality, and technical integration for complex naval vessels in the Netherlands. You will be part of the basic engineering team and act as a technical authority within outfitting engineering.

You combine conceptual thinking with hands-on engineering, translating requirements into practical, buildable solutions while mentoring junior engineers and supporting the outfitting team in project delivery.