System Integration Lead Automation & Electrical (Interim)

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About us

Hop aboard Damen Naval; the naval division of the family-owned Damen Shipyards Group, where 12,000 professionals work worldwide. Damen Naval delivers advanced naval vessels to clients all over the globe. By implementing the most innovative technological developments in practice, we continue to push the boundaries of the shipbuilding industry. You can be part of our team! Are you ready for duty?

The role

As System Integration Lead Automation & Electrical (Interim), you will ensure seamless system integration and validation across complex automation and electrical systems for state-of-the-art naval vessels. You will drive technical excellence, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and oversee critical Verification & Validation activities to ensure the highest quality and timely execution of subcontracted work packages.

Key accountabilities

• Lead and deliver comprehensive Verification & Validation documentation.
• Oversee and coordinate a team of engineers and technical specialists.
• Ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems and compliance with specifications.
• Manage client documentation reviews and approvals.
• Lead Design Reviews, address technical escalations, and ensure compliance.
• Prepare and manage Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Harbor Acceptance Tests (HAT), and Sea Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Be the technical authority on system integration, ensuring flawless execution.

Skills & experience

We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• Bachelor or Master degree in Engineering, Shipbuilding or related discipline.
• Minimum five years of experience in shipbuilding, offshore, or a similar industry.
• Deep technical expertise in automation, electrical integration, and control systems.
• Proven track record of leading complex engineering projects with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate technical and regulatory challenges.
• Fluent in English; German proficiency is a plus.
• Excellent references antecedents as a pre-assignment security screening is part of the recruitment procedure.
• Permanent EU citizenship and passport are both required.
• Candidates with EU (work) visa or with (also) a non-EU nationality and/or passport are not eligible given the requirements imposed by the military nature of our projects.

What we offer

At Damen Naval, we value your expertise and commitment. As a temporary member of our team, you will receive:

• A competitive salary aligned with permanent staff.
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometre.
• Flexibility to work from home up to two days a week.
• Opportunities to work on challenging and innovative projects in the naval sector.

Please note that due to the military nature of our projects, only candidates who have permanent EU nationality can be considered for vacancies at Damen Naval. Unfortunately, we are not allowed to process candidates who (also) have a non-EU passport or nationality.

A pre-assignment and security screening and investigation form part of the recruitment process.