Junior Engineer Mechanical

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About us

At Damen Workboats, our goal is to develop, design, and construct a portfolio of tugs, dredgers, ferries, and high-speed craft workboats in the most effective and efficient manner, primarily based on series production of smart-customized standard designs. We are seeking a Junior Engineer Mechanical, for our Damen Workboats Engineering High-Speed Craft department.

Damen Workboats offers a range of innovative, standardized, and smart-customized designs. These fulfill current and developing market demands with well-balanced levels of quality, service, price, and delivery time, thereby providing optimal solutions for our clients.

Your role

As a Junior Engineer Mechanical, you will have the opportunity to play an important role in the development and optimization of mechanical systems for our vessels. This position is perfect for recent graduates or professionals with up to 3 years of experience who are eager to further develop their skills in shipbuilding and mechanical engineering.

You will be surrounded by experienced professionals who will guide and mentor you, helping you expand your technical skills and knowledge in a supportive and stimulating environment. We offer ample opportunities for personal and professional growth, with the potential to advance within our company.

Key accountabilities

In this role, you will:

• Assist in designing and optimizing mechanical systems for our vessels, ensuring compliance with industrial standards and classification requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
• Support the monitoring of engineering progress and make adjustments as necessary to ensure projects are completed on time.
• Contribute to the client, class, and national authorities' approval processes.
• Ensure the appropriate quality of engineering work within one or more projects at a technical level.

Skills & Experience

Quality consciousness and a practical approach are in your nature. You are proactive, creative, and work accurately. Additionally, you meet the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical (Maritime) Engineering;
• An interest in innovation and an open mindset to new technologies;
• Enjoy working in a team, effective in planning and organizing, willing to learn new skills, and results-focused;
• Good communication skills.