Technical Specialist

436 Damen Shipyards Antalya; Muratpaşa; On-site; TRY 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Damen Shipyards Antalya is seeking a Technical Specialist to join our Engineering team. The role involves preparing technical specifications, coordinating suppliers, and ensuring successful integration of technical equipment into yacht newbuild projects.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing, Production, Commissioning, and external suppliers to ensure technical compliance and timely delivery of engineering documentation. Travel may be required as projects span international shipyards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Naval Architecture or Marine/Mechanical).
• Minimum 3 years of relevant technical/engineering experience.
• Experience in yacht-building/shipbuilding is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Proficiency in English with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain technical specifications and documentation for RFQ and procurement.
• Evaluate supplier quotations and equipment specifications for project requirements.
• Coordinate technical suppliers and subcontractors for onboard systems.
• Manage supplier documentation and delivery schedules.
• Ensure integration of equipment into yacht designs and coordinate interfaces between suppliers and engineering.
• Monitor deliverables, identify risks, and follow up on engineering schedules.
• Provide technical support to Purchasing, Production, and Commissioning teams.
• Coordinate technical clarifications and engineering changes with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Support inspection, classification processes, and HAT/SAT preparations when required.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

English communication

Coordination & planning

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Naval Architecture/Marine/Mechanical)

Tools

Rhino

AutoCAD

Job description

We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family. THE ROLE Damen Shipyards Antalya is looking for a Technical Specialist to join our Engineering team. The Technical Specialist will be responsible for preparing technical specifications, coordinating suppliers and subcontractors, and ensuring the successful integration of technical equipment and systems into yacht newbuilding projects. The role requires close collaboration with Engineering, Purchasing, Production, Commissioning, and external suppliers to ensure technical compliance, timely delivery of engineering documentation, and effective project execution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and maintain technical specifications, engineering documentation, and technical inputs for RFQ and procurement processes.
• Evaluate supplier quotations, technical proposals, equipment specifications, and compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinate technical suppliers and subcontractors for onboard mechanical and technical systems, excluding Interior and Electrical & Automation.
• Manage supplier engineering documentation, vendor data, technical submissions, and delivery schedules.
• Ensure the technical integration of equipment and systems into yacht designs, coordinating interfaces between suppliers and engineering disciplines.
• Monitor technical deliverables, identify potential risks, and follow up on engineering schedules and outstanding technical issues.
• Provide technical support to Purchasing, Production, and Commissioning teams throughout project execution.
• Coordinate technical clarifications, engineering changes, and problem-solving activities with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Support inspection and classification-related processes, technical approvals, and HAT/SAT preparations when required.
• Participate in project meetings, monitor engineering progress, and contribute to continuous improvement activities.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant technical or engineering experience.
• Experience in the yacht-building or shipbuilding industry is considered an advantage, but is not mandatory.
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical systems, equipment integration, and engineering processes.
• Experience in preparing technical specifications, evaluating supplier documentation, and supporting procurement processes.
• Knowledge of technical risk management and engineering interface coordination.
• Proficiency in Rhino and AutoCAD is an advantage.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
• Excellent coordination, problem-solving, planning, and reporting abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel internationally when required.
• Residing in Antalya or willing to relocate.

Damen has 35 shipyards on five different continents and operates in more than 100 countries. We are still growing and that gives you options. You contribute to this growth while benefitting from the diverse development and career opportunities that our company offers. We will continue to challenge you. With our extensive portfolio of products and solutions you will never get bored and never stop learning. We offer you a world of possibilities. Working at Damen means contributing to the highest quality in shipbuilding, with an eye to the future and future generations. We want to make the world a better place by becoming the most sustainable maritime solution provider. For that, we need you. Become part of our family. We are Damen. We’re a family company that has been building ships for almost 100 years. However, our focus is not on the past, however – we’re looking forward. Our ambition is to become the most sustainable and connected maritime solutions provider there is. To achieve this, we combine digital technology with our philosophy of standardised shipbuilding to offer a portfolio of services that takes care of vessels throughout the entire lifecycle. Working at Damen offers the best of several worlds. Active in more than 100 countries, with over 30 shipyards, we are internationally renowned for quality. And we are still growing, still innovating. Which means we will continue to challenge you. You will never stop learning, and you will never get bored – we promise you that.