Propulsion Engineer

Damen's Research, Development and Innovation Department is seeking a Combustion Propulsion Engineer for the Group Technology Management New Energy team.

The RD&I department develops and implements the technology and know-how to support Damen’s ambition to become a more sustainable and digitally connected shipyard. The department assists the business in creating an innovative product portfolio and provides guidance to improve the quality and performance of Damen's products and services.

You will work in a diverse and multicultural group of professionals with a wide variety of backgrounds, a shared interest in technology, and a commitment to continuous learning. Group Technology Management serves as a central knowledge hub within the Damen Group.

The role

The New Energy team is new to Damen RD&I and currently in the forming phase. You will be part of a small and growing diverse and multidisciplinary team of eventually 4-6 propulsion engineers, specialists in their field of expertise.

In consultation with other engineers, you will provide expert technical advice related to combustion propulsion systems running on methanol, biodiesel, LNG, and similar fuels, based on proven solutions and the use of best practices and standards.

A combustion propulsion engineer is eager to understand, prevent and solve complex problems and is naturally curious to learn new ways of working. As such, you will collaborate with D&P colleagues, supporting the implementation of the correct propulsion system in ship designs while ensuring the proper application of fundamental principles of relevant technologies.

You may participate in project teams in the operational phase, from Basic Engineering up to Commissioning and testing, to ensure that the right solution is implemented based on available knowledge within the organization and on applicable best practices and standards.

In addition, you will initiate and promote proven solutions into standards that can be used within the Damen Group. Close collaboration with relevant stakeholders within and outside the Damen Group, such as Design & Proposal, Engineering, Services, Production, clients, and suppliers, is part of your daily work.

Key accountabilities

In the role of Combustion Propulsion Engineer, you will apply your knowledge of combustion systems to provide insights and contribute to the further development of Damen's product range. In this role you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the implementation of suitable combustion propulsion engineering principles in ship designs.

You will offer consultative technical advice to business units, guiding them on product functionality, performance, and quality related to combustion propulsion systems and their integration on board.

You will have the responsibility to intensively document your knowledge and experience in best practice information and add this to the knowledge database.

Within the Damen organisation it’s important to have good communication skills in order to build a network. Stakeholder management is an important part of this function.

Skills & experience

To excel in the role of Combustion Propulsion Engineer and to fit our team of professionals you preferably possess:

• A HBO degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge and experience of combustion systems and the usage of methanol, biodiesel, or other alternatives to regular diesel.
• A basic understanding of (MB)SE principles to support the ability to design and implement combustion propulsion systems for ships.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with specialists from diverse fields, including mechanics, hydromechanics, and data science.
• The ability to translate executed solutions and experiences into best practices for future use.
• The ability to judge requirements and specifications for outsourcing propulsion systems and to assess supplier deliveries.
• An independent and flexible attitude.
• Strong communication skills.
• A proactive attitude.
• A high level of proficiency in English, both verbally and in writing.

What we offer

• A competitive package of employment terms based on the collective labour agreement Metalektro.
• Personal guidance and training, with freedom in choosing how you do your work.
• Varied work and a work environment where your opinion counts.
• A dynamic international working environment focused on technology and innovation.
• An open, informal, no-nonsense culture with short communication lines.
• An active social environment in terms of business culture, events, and sports.