Systems Engineer

Huisman; Schiedam; On-site; EUR 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 holidays + option to buy 10 days

Bonus scheme

Group health insurance

Pension scheme

Bike scheme

Job summary

Huisman in Schiedam is seeking a Systems Engineer to ensure our products function as an integrated whole, aligning mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and control systems for cranes, pile grippers, and cable-lay systems.

You bring a master’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, 8+ years in offshore or heavy steel construction, and strong multidisciplinary systems thinking to bridge disciplines across projects. This role offers international exposure and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience as a Systems Engineer in offshore, maritime, or heavy steel construction sectors.
• Expertise in one of mechanical engineering, electronics or control systems, with broad interdisciplinary understanding.
• Strong systems thinking and ability to shift between detailed work and the bigger picture.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer system architectures, preparing engineering deliverables and documenting technical decisions.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary collaboration; define internal and external interfaces and prioritize solutions.
• Validate designs against standards and client requirements; ensure system meets intended performance.
• Contribute to knowledge management and quality improvements.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Project-based work

Customer-focused

Flexible offshore availability

Team player

Strong systems thinking

Education

Master’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Job description

Vacancy: Systems Engineer who is ‘equipped for impact’

Do you want to be part of a globally operating team of innovators? Do you have what it takes to push the boundaries of lifting and handling technology? And are you ready to make an impact with meaningful, high-tech solutions? Then we might be looking for you. Find out more about our vacancy for a Systems Engineer.

About Our Organisation

We are Huisman. We develop step changing technical solutions and translate these into the design and construction of the largest onshore and offshore installations. For decades, we have been working all over the world for offshore wind, geothermal energy, oil & gas, leisure, civil and port logistics industries.

With our passionate workforce and worldwide production, service & sales facilities we are equipped for impact in these times of energy transition.

“Systems engineering and risk management are at the core of our approach; they form the foundation of both our equipment design and project management.”

Henk Weterings, Chief Technology Officer

About The Position Of Systems Engineer

What to expect of the Systems Engineer position within Huisman?

As a Systems Engineer, you ensure that our products function as an integrated whole, and that the mechanical structure, hydraulic actuators, electrical power supply and control systems are properly aligned. Examples of such products include a knuckle boom crane, a motion-compensated pile gripper, a cable-lay system, automated stacking cranes and rail-mounted gantry cranes.

What do we expect of you?

As a Systems Engineer, your focus is on integrated system design.

You Are Responsible For

• System design and engineering. This includes independently preparing engineering deliverables, ensuring safe and cost-effective system designs for both the client and the organisation, documenting and substantiating technical decisions, and understanding and bridging the gap between different technical disciplines.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration. You act as a sparring partner for other engineers throughout the various phases of engineering. You define clear system interfaces, both internally (within the product) and externally (towards other systems). You prioritise between solutions from different disciplines.
• Technical validation and analysis. You validate designs against applicable standards and client requirements, and verify that the system performs as intended.
• Knowledge management and quality assurance. You provide feedback on standards and actively contribute to improvements.
• Designing and defining overall system architecture.
• Identifying design or integration risks early on and taking corrective actions.
• Creating technical documentation such as system overviews, interface descriptions, and test plans.

Wondering if you are 'equipped for impact'?

You Are

• Proactive and well-informed about the latest developments in your field;
• Highly skilled in both verbal and written communication;
• Proficient in working in a project-based manner, with clear communication and thorough documentation;
• A team player who performs well in multidisciplinary teams but also works independently when required;
• Flexible and willing to work occasionally at customer sites and offshore locations;
• Customer-focused and results-driven;
• Practically minded, accurate, and punctual.

You Have

• A master’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline;
• At least 8 years of experience in a similar role;
• Experience as a Systems Engineer in the offshore, maritime, or heavy steel construction sector;
• Expertise in one of the disciplines of mechanical engineering, electronics or control systems, combined with a broad interdisciplinary understanding of the other disciplines, including hydraulics;
• Strong systems thinking skills and the ability to shift seamlessly between detailed work and the bigger picture;
• The ability to operate across all engineering disciplines (multidisciplinary);
• A strong affinity with complex mechanical systems;
• The ability to adapt quickly to changing requirements and to set clear priorities.

Some Practical Things We Need You To Have

• An EU passport/valid work permit for the Netherlands;
• A good command of the English (and preferably Dutch) language verbally and in writing.

More About Huisman

We design and produce in-house and deliver our turn-key products to clients worldwide. Our clients choose us for our entrepreneurial spirit, skills, reliability, and innovative solutions. Examples? Consider our Container Handling Cranes. So, if you join Huisman make sure you are equipped for impact. In other words, surprise us, our clients and… yourself!

What do we have to offer?

• Think big and make big, all in one location. At Huisman Schiedam, both our office and production facilities are based on a single site.
• An open, informal and no-nonsense culture with short lines of communication.
• An international working environment with ample opportunities for career progression and personal development.
• An excellent benefits package tailored to your experience and qualifications.
• A minimum of 29 holiday days (based on full-time employment) with the option to purchase an additional 10 days.
• Participation in a collective pension scheme in line with the Wtp.
• Eligibility for a bonus scheme.
• Access to collective health insurance, with Huisman contributing as your employer.
• Take advantage of tax benefits through our bicycle scheme.
• Huisman organises sporting activities, such as a ski trip, as well as various social events, including large-scale company parties where colleagues come together and get to know each other better.

Application Deadline And Process

• Application deadline: no later than 31 August 2026. Please note: the vacancy may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
• Selection: after the deadline, we will shortlist candidates.
• First interview: selected candidates will be invited for an initial interview.
• References: in consultation with you, we may request references from your current and/or previous employer(s).
• Further process: in addition to a second interview, the selection process may also include an online assessment and a technical test.