The role:

Are you an experienced Hydraulic Design Engineer ready to take on complex engineering challenges and help shape innovative offshore and marine solutions? We’re looking for a motivated engineer who can develop high‑quality technical designs, support and guide colleagues, and occasionally lead small work‑package teams. In this role, you’ll contribute to critical engineering activities, from producing detailed calculations to presenting design concepts, while ensuring safety, quality, and technical excellence at every stage.

Key Responsibilities:

Working under the guidance of the Senior Engineer, occasionally assuming technical disciplinary leadership on work package/ sub modules or design activities
Providing technical guidance and coaching to others
Ownership and Accountability
Accountability for quality, safety and fitness for purpose of design work undertaken
Ensure ownership of issues and resolution for all work undertaken by self and team
Producing hand calculations and detailed analysis as necessary to demonstrate fitness for purpose of all designs undertaken
Produce estimates, plans, reports and supportive calculations
Risk Management
Identify risks and develop mitigation plans and review with Senior Engineer
Design Reviews
Presenting technical proposals and designs at concept and detailed design reviews

Requirements:

Familiarisation and efficient use of design tools (Autocad, Inventor, Hydroman, Hydrosym etc)
Be familiar with hydraulic Design Practices/Templates/Guidelines and Standards
Contribute to hydraulic design practices/guidelines and company standards
Produce of design templates
Be familiar and follow company Quality & HSE processes and protocols
Provide engineering support and technical guidance to other company functions as required
Engage in technical discussions with suppliers
Have proven experience as a Hydraulic Design Engineer, preferably in the marine/Offshore Engineering sector
Experience in the use of Teamcenter PLM would be advantageous
Ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Knowledge of Subsea technologies and/or cable lay equipment is desirable
As a minimum, educated to an Engineering Degree level ( B Eng, BSc or M Eng)
Member of recognised Engineering body (e.g. IMechE) or working towards this

Benefits we can offer you:

Wellbeing: Employee assistance programme.
Pension: 7% employer plus 5% employee contribution Salary Exchange scheme.
Death in service: 4 x annual salary.
Health Cover: Individual cover provided with BUPA (family members can be added at a subsidised cost).
Cycle Scheme: Cycle to work package available up to £1500.
Bonus: Up to 10% of basic salary based on Royal IHC achieving its financial targets.
Annual leave: 25 days plus statutory bank holidays.
Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Royal IHC

Creating the maritime future

Anchored in a rich Dutch maritime history, Royal IHC is a leading supplier of maritime technology and expert craftsmanship.

With the right people and skills on board, and driven by innovation, we provide a competitive edge to our worldwide customers in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries. However, Royal IHC is much more than equipment, vessels and services. We deliver reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and allow for a more sustainable performance.

All over the world, our people are deeply committed to technological innovation, supported by our long-standing experience in our core markets. Our experts work in close collaboration with multiple stakeholders to meet the specific needs of each customer.

With our continuous commitment to technological innovation, we seek to always meet the specific requirements of each individual client. IHC annually spends approximately 3% of its revenue on innovation, which places us in the top 15 Dutch companies in terms of R&D. We have branches in many different countries, giving us a truly international perspective.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Our business culture has a strong character and is based on collaboration, openness and respect. Perseverance is also a quality that runs through the veins of our organisation. At IHC we have a total commitment to improvement and innovation. Coming to work for us does not mean you have reached your destination. At IHC you will continue to grow and learn, and your expertise will continue onwards and upwards. That is not just a promise from us, but also a commitment we ask of you. Those who demonstrate independence and a strong feeling of responsibility are given a great deal of freedom, but that doesn’t mean you will be left to fend for yourself. Where needed, you can count on us for coaching and personal supervision.

MAXIMUM USE OF TALENT

IHC has a wealth of in-house talent. And we want to make the maximum use of it. That is why we have created development programmes. There are programmes for every level. If you have completed your preparatory secondary vocational education (VMBO) you can start at our in-house Technical Training Centre. We also have plenty of development opportunities for employees with senior secondary vocational education (MBO), higher vocational education (HBO) or a degree from a university (WO).

They can choose from the wide range of programmes, courses and other training opportunities. In addition to the development programmes, there is Young IHC. This programme of activities is especially for our young graduates to help them find their feet in our company. It makes it easy for them to get to know their colleagues in the various business units and creates a strong personal network.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS

Are you currently a student or have you just graduated? There are several ways for you to start a new career at IHC. We recognise the value of a strong link between industry and education, which is why ambitious students are always welcome at IHC for a traineeship or to do their graduation research. There are various options available, the choice is up to you!

“Let us build a career for you!”

Facts about

Number of employees: 2300
Sectors: Dredging, Offshore, Shipbuilding & repair, Shipping
Career level: Student, Starter (< 3 years), Young professional (3-5 years), Professional (5-10 years), Senior professional (>10 years)
Preferred educational level: Vmbo, Mbo, Hbo, Wo bachelor, Wo master
Preferred educations: Mechanical Engineering, Marine Technology, Naval Architecture, Electrical Engineering