Lead Engineer Hull Doors

At Damen Yachting, we proudly build and refit the very best Amels superyachts, Damen SeaXplorer expedition yachts and Damen Yacht Support vessels for our clients to enjoy the finest moments in life. We are a Dutch family-owned yacht builder and proud of our long pedigree of craftsmanship. From our locations in Vlissingen in the Netherlands and Gdynia in Poland, our strong team of approximately 450 yacht building professionals is the foundation of our successful growth. Together with hundreds of specialist co-makers, we deliver what we promise with unrivalled knowhow and a passion for innovation. Damen Yachting is the yachting division of the Damen Shipyards Group, the world’s leading specialist ship builder, which operates 35 yards globally with 12,000 employees.

Within the department Engineering a small dedicated group of engineers will be responsible for the design and engineering of Dynamic Construction Parts, like side doors, stern doors , big hatches, etc. for multiple projects. The Lead engineer Hull Doors delivers independently, timely and quality engineering products and lead a small group of engineers. The Lead Engineer Hull Doors reports hierarchically to the Technical Manager Shipbuilding and functionally to the Team Leader Shipbuilding.

• Is assigned to a project by the Technical Manager Shipbuilding and receives the project assignments from the Team Leader Shipbuilding and translates them, if necessary, to the small group that he manages;
• Assists the Team Leader Shipbuilding in monitoring the planning for the benefit of the small group that he supervises in terms of content;
• Prepares own tasks and ensures realistic own work planning;
• Works out concepts on the basis of the construction specification. Analyzes the feasibility and ensures proper integration in consultation with other disciplines
• Independently models (particularly complex) dynamic constructions/details; Independently prepares (also complex) sketches, drawings, calculations (such as FEM) and lists. Makes detailed drawings of the machined parts. Independently draws up assembly instructions and manuals;
• Makes technical specifications for the purchased parts and coordinates and controls the work and output of engineering subcontracts if necessary;
• Generates workshop information from models. Provides technical and substantive support for production and commissioning;
• Is responsible for the inspection process in the field of DCP with the relevant authorities;
• Participates in various departmental and project meetings;
• Assesses his own work results and makes adjustments if necessary, solves problems himself or consults colleagues or supervisors;
• Makes proposals for improvement of the organization, products, processes and methods within their team;
• Works according to instructions and the IQ manual and consults supervisor on technical decisions.

We are looking for a team player with an innovative mindset, excellent communication and advising skills with the following experience:

• Knowledge at the level of Bachelor's degree program SB/WB. Has extensive practical knowledge;of mechanical engineering. Has extensive knowledge of regulations;
• Normal office skills, AutoCAD;
• Has experience engineering in a 3D CAD environment;
• Written and oral (English and/or Dutch) level also for the purpose of technical documentation and solving daily problems.

We highly value our employees and support your professional and personal development. Therefore we invest in all our employees by:

• A technology and innovation focused dynamic international work environment;
• A competitive salary package & other benefits;
• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse and rewarding work environment;
• An active social environment in terms of business culture, events & sports.