Mechanical Engineer Compact

About us

At Damen Compact Crafts, we specialize in designing and producing high-quality, compact vessels. Our range includes fast patrol boats, versatile workboats, and sustainable pontoons, all meticulously built using HDPE (polymer) to ensure durability and top performance.

Join our team and help shape the future of maritime innovation!

The role

As a Mechanical Engineer at Damen Compact Craft, you contribute to the design and integration of mechanical systems on board our high-speed and compact vessels. Damen Compact Crafts focuses on workboats built out of HDPE (High Density Polyethylene). You create smart, robust and maintainable solutions that meet both technical requirements and operational demands. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary engineering team focused on quality and innovation.

Key responsibilities

• Design and integrate mechanical systems (e.g. propulsion, cooling, HVAC)
• Perform technical calculations and system analyses
• Produce 3D models, production drawings and technical documentation
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines (e.g. electrical, structural, automation)
• Provide technical support to production and commissioning teams
• Standardize and improve existing designs and system configurations

What you bring

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering or similar
• 5 years of relevant experience in shipbuilding, offshore or machinery design
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Inventor, Siemens NX)
• Solid knowledge of mechanical systems and relevant maritime standards
• Hands-on, proactive mindset and strong communication skills
• Fluent in both Dutch and English

What we offer

• A varied and technically challenging job in a growing shipbuilding niche
• A professional, supportive team with room for ownership and initiative
• Competitive salary and secondary benefits, including pension.
• 40+ days off per year and flexible working arrangements
• Career development opportunities via the Damen Academy
• Access to a strong social and professional network within Damen

Recruiter:

Leon Joziasse

Email:

leon.joziasse@damen.com

Why Damen?

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.

About Us

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. We offer you an ocean of possibilities. Join our family.