Project Engineer Services

About us
Damen Services is the service division within the Damen Group which has a global coverage with service hubs worldwide and its head office in the Netherlands. 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. 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. 🌍

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. All in all, this service-oriented way of working is also 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?

The role

As a Project Engineer within one of the Area Service Teams, you are at the forefront of service provision. You have direct contact with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders during the warranty period of ships. Therefore, speed, thinking in solutions, organization and communication are key in this role! You will assess and filter information, devise and organize solutions, and keep the customer informed of developments, wherever they are located in the assigned service region. In this role, you will mainly be working from the headquarter office in Gorinchem (The Netherlands). Although, you will also get the opportunity to make some short travels in order to meet your clients in person.

Key accountabilities

• You are the point-of-contact for the customer to assess warranty questions while translating those questions into an assignment.
• You will provide both oral and written technical advice to the customer.
• Coordinating, monitoring, and supervising 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 and experience

• Educational background (Vocation or Bachelor) in the field of Marof, Shipbuilding, or Mechanical Engineering.
• You are able to interpret blueprints of ships and to work with different ERP, CRM systems.
• Knowledge of various ship types and/or 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 and 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? Don’t hesitate and apply now.

Be aware this vacancy is used to create a shortlist of potential candidates for future Project Engineer positions. We would like to connect with qualified professionals like you who are interested in future opportunities in our company.

"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." Jonathan de Ruiter, Recruiter

Email: jonathan.de.ruiter@damen.com