Project Engineer

Damen Services' vision is to be the strategic partner for our customers for sustainable support during the life cycle of its ships. We achieve this by exceeding our customers' expectations by delivering innovative solutions and proven concepts. We work together in a safe manner, with competent and committed colleagues and partners, always and everywhere in the world.

We support Damen's central sales organization in the sale of ships by creating added value in the form of services. By providing excellent service, we increase the chance that a customer will choose Damen again when replacing or expanding their fleet.

The department offers a broad portfolio of services for the entire life cycle of a ship built by Damen. This includes handling warranty calls, providing training, supplying spare parts, providing maintenance, and carrying out modifications and repairs. This is reflected in the behavior of its employees; they are always available, proactive, keep their agreements and always go the extra mile.

"Within the Services department, the question is always: How do we make it happen?"

Colleague's Role

The Role: Project Engineer

As a Project Engineer within Technology, Development & ILS, you are at the forefront of service provision. You have direct contact with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders during the execution of commercial projects (technical assistance, modifications, upgrades etc.). Accuracy, thinking in solutions, organization, and communication are key in this role!

You will mainly be working from the head office in Gorinchem (The Netherlands), but will also get the opportunity to make some short travels and meet your clients in person.

Key Accountabilities

• Working closely together in larger projects with the Project Managers of the Service Line;
• Manage your own smaller projects;
• Provide oral and written project details to the stakeholders involved;
• Coordinate, monitor, and supervise the service activities to be carried out, occasionally also on location;
• The (technical) preparation of the assignments (planning in time, personnel, and budget);
• Carrying out commercial assignments, for example, providing technical assistance.

Skills & Experience

• Educational background (Vocation or Bachelor) in the field of Marof, Shipbuilding, or Mechanical Engineering;
• Knowledge of various ship systems;
• You have great communication skills, are committed and customer-oriented, and you have the Services mentality;
• You are a good planner and organizer, you always keep a good overview, and you have an eye for quality;
• Good command of the Dutch and English language, both verbal and written;

What We Offer

At Damen, we realize that supporting and managing many talented individuals is of great essence. We understand that the key to success is to find the right person for the right job. That is why we continuously invest in your development.

Damen offers you (in case of full-time employment):

• a dynamic international working environment focusing on technology and innovation;
• a competitive salary and at least 40 days of annual leave;
• profit sharing & pension allowance;
• continuous focus on professional and personal development through our Damen Academy;
• an active social environment such as events and sports;
• a working from home policy.

The Services team is a close team that is going the extra mile for each other. Would you like to be part of this and contribute with your practical knowledge? Apply now with your resume and a letter. We would love to read your motivation for applying.