Shipboard Electrical Engineer: PLCs, Drives & Automation

Van Oord; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Oord seeks a Ships Electrical Engineer to maintain, troubleshoot and optimise electrical and automation systems on one of our hopper dredgers. You’ll work a 5-weeks-on / 5-weeks-off rotation, reporting to the Chief Engineer, with duties spanning PLCs, drives, networks and HV installations.

You are a hands-on engineer with safety focus, able to work independently while integrating with a close-knit crew. EU authorisation and seafaring documentation are preferred advantages.

Qualifications

• MBO or equivalent vocational qualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining, inspecting and troubleshooting electrical and automation systems up to 6kV.
• Identifying technical issues and resolving faults efficiently to minimise downtime.
• Carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance and contributing to modifications and upgrades.
• Working closely with the Chief Engineer and other specialists to prepare and execute technical improvements.
• Keeping electrical documentation, logbooks and daily reports accurate and up to date.
• Participating in toolbox meetings, drills, inspections and other activities that support a safe working environment.
• Sharing your knowledge and continuously developing your expertise in automation, electrical drives and shipboard systems.

Skills

PLCs

Electrical drives

Networks

Remote connection tech

Navigation systems

EU work authorisation

Seaman's book & STCW certs preferred

ETO licence advantage

ROV/offshore equipment experience (adv

Education

MBO or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

Van Oord seeks a Ships Electrical Engineer to maintain, troubleshoot and optimise electrical and automation systems on one of our hopper dredgers. You’ll work a 5-weeks-on / 5-weeks-off rotation, reporting to the Chief Engineer, with duties spanning PLCs, drives, networks and HV installations.

You are a hands-on engineer with safety focus, able to work independently while integrating with a close-knit crew. EU authorisation and seafaring documentation are preferred advantages.