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About us

Hop aboard Damen Naval; the naval division of the family-owned Damen Shipyards Group, where 12,000 professionals work worldwide. Damen Naval delivers advanced naval vessels to clients all over the globe. By implementing the most innovative technological developments in practice, we continue to push the boundaries of the shipbuilding industry. You can be part of our team! Are you ready for duty?

The Role

Are you an expert in marine piping systems, eager to take on a pivotal role in advanced naval shipbuilding? Damen Naval is seeking a highly skilled Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems for a project-based, interim assignment in Vlissingen. In this role, you will lead the design, engineering, and integration of complex piping systems for state-of-the-art naval vessels. As Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems you will work closely with internal teams and external partners, ensuring technical excellence and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key accountabilities
As Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems your responsibilities are:

Analyse and interpret technical specifications for marine piping systems across diverse naval projects.
Develop and model basic and detailed engineering packages using 2D and 3D CAD tools, ensuring alignment with Damen Naval standards and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate and oversee outsourced engineering activities, guaranteeing technical quality and compliance.
Advise stakeholders on technical improvements and best practices for marine piping systems.
Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental regulations at every project stage.
Mentor and coach team members, fostering knowledge sharing and process optimization.
Promote interdisciplinary collaboration for seamless integration of piping systems within the vessel design.
Independently manage complex engineering tasks and conduct technical reviews.

Skills & experience

As Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems, you need to have to following profile:

Bachelor or Master degree in a relevant technical discipline (e.g., Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering).
At least three years experience in piping systems engineering, preferably within naval shipbuilding, offshore, or related.
Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software, with hands-on experience modelling complex piping layouts.
Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors and verifying outsourced engineering deliverables.
Strong knowledge of statutory regulations and classification requirements for marine piping systems.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills in English (Dutch is a plus).
Excellent references, as a security screening is part of the hiring process.
Permanent EU citizenship and passport are both required. Candidates with EU (work) visa or with (also) a non-EU nationality and/or passport are not eligible given the requirements imposed by the military nature of our projects.

What we offer
At Damen Naval, we value your expertise and commitment. As temporary member of our team, you will as Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems receive:

A competitive salary aligned with permanent staff.
Travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometre.
Flexibility to work from home up to two days a week.
Opportunities to work on challenging and innovative projects in the naval sector.

Application & information
This temporary assignment of Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems is exclusively offered on a secondment (detachering) or temporary employment contract basis. Freelance or ZZP agreements are not considered due to current Dutch legislation. If you are interested, please submit your application with the following details:

Your CV and motivational letter.
Indication of your expected gross monthly salary (based on full-time work).
Your availability (full-time/part-time and number of hours).
Your notice period and preferred start date.

For more information about the vacancy of Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems or Damen Naval, please visit the Damen Naval website, the Damen Naval Career website or contact the Corporate Recruitment department via
+31 118 485 000.

Please note that due to the military nature of our projects, only candidates who have permanent EU nationality can be considered for vacancies at Damen Naval. Unfortunately, we are not allowed to process candidates who (also) have a non-EU passport or nationality.

A pre-assignment and security screening and investigation form part of the recruitment process.

Acquisition and introduction of candidates without a formal request is not appreciated and they will not be considered. #LI-DNS1

Are you ready to sail into a new adventure?

Damen was established by two brothers back in 1927. Today, with more than 12,000 employees, operating over 35 shipbuilding and repair yards, the Damen Shipyards Group has earned a leading position in the shipbuilding world. We are an international company that is, at heart, still a family business with family values and a deep respect for our maritime heritage. It is our aim to combine our proven standardisation with the innovations of digitalisation to become the world’s most sustainable shipbuilder

Newbuild

Damen has delivered more than 6,500 vessels in 100 countries and delivers some 175 vessels annually to customers worldwide. Damen’s focus on standardisation, modular construction and keeping vessels on stock leads to short delivery times, low total cost of ownership and reliable performance. We offer a wide range of products including tugs, naval and patrol vessels, high speed craft, ferries, dredging, offshore vessels and superyachts.

Shiprepair & conversion

Damen Shiprepair & Conversion (DSC) has a worldwide network of 18 repair and conversion yards with drydocks ranging up to 420 x 80 metres. DSC yards have extensive experience – completing more than 1,300 projects every year, from normal drydockings for scheduled maintenance to damage repair, right up to extensive refit and conversion projects.

Services

Being active in the maritime industry demands continuous vessel reliability. For nearly all vessel types Damen offers a broad range of services, including maintenance, spare parts delivery, training and the transfer of shipbuilding know-how.

Components

Damen is also specialised in the design and production of various marine components including propeller nozzles, rudders, special towing winches, anchors, anchor chains and steel works.

Always looking for talent

At Damen we are always looking for professionals, starters and students with a passion for ships. We offer challenging jobs, internships, premium placements or graduation projects both locally and globally, in various job areas.

Investing in talent

As professionals we offer you the ideal environment to continuously develop yourself both technically and personally by coaching you on the job and through various programmes found in the Damen Academy.

We also offer students diverse unique opportunities to get to know the Damen Shipyards Group. Boost your personal development, even before beginning your professional career, through various events and activities.

“Damen has always been a company with a clear focus on innovation. From ground-breaking concepts such as standardised shipbuilding to advanced products such as the SEA Axe Hull, innovation has provided the means for Damen to grow into an established global group of companies.”

Oceans of opportunities

We are active across the entire maritime sector and offer jobs in different areas allowing you to grow, develop and define your own career. Whether you are looking for a job in Sales, Design & Proposal, Engineering, Research & Development, Yard Support or Project Management, we will do our best to find the right fit in our Newbuild, Shiprepair & Conversion, Services or Components activities.

Steer your own career

From the first day you join our company, you will have the freedom and responsibility to steer your own course. Damen stands for challenging jobs, personal and professional development and for numerous career opportunities. And, above all, it’s fun to work at Damen!

Are you up for the challenge? Are you a team player who likes to work independently and thinks critically and are you ready to take the lead? Then feel welcome at Damen and spend your future best years with us!

‘’We want to become the most sustainable shipbuilders in the world. Our ambitions lie in circularity and zero-emission sailing!’’