Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Careers at Royal IHC

Introduction

Royal IHC is specialised in the development, design, and construction of vessels and equipment for the dredging, offshore energy, mining, and defense industries.

Our Mining department focuses on the extraction of various minerals and resources from the ground, including mineral sands, battery minerals, gold, diamonds, tin, and other raw materials.

We offer mining consultancy services and develop, design, and construct advanced mining dredgers and equipment suitable for the efficient and sustainable extraction of minerals worldwide below the water surface, and even for material recovery in waste processing applications.

Your job

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and development of mechanical systems for our mining solutions.

You have a passion for early-stage design and shape innovative concepts through brainstorming and feasibility studies.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and modelling mechanical products and systems in 3D CAD.
• Performing technical calculations and selecting appropriate materials.
• Preparing specifications, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Supporting the construction, assembly, and testing of installations.
• Collaborating with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

Requirements:

• A higher professional education in mechanical engineering.
• 5 to 10 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with 3D CAD software (proficient/expert user of Solid Edge and Teamcenter is preferable).
• Affinity with sustainable technology and international projects.
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Dutch, both orally and in writing.
• You are living in the Netherlands or you have a valid EU work permit.

Our offer (based on fulltime employment):

• A gross monthly salary between € 4.000,- and € 5.500,- and 8% holiday allowance.
• Good work/life balance with 40 vacation days with the option to buy or sell (additional) leave.
• Profit-sharing scheme.
• Training budget.
• Pension scheme in which matters are properly arranged in the event of accidental death, incapacity for work or unemployment.
• € 0,21 per kilometer commuting allowance.
• Good disability insurance.
• Participation (on a voluntary basis) in the Social Fund, on the basis of which care and related costs are reimbursed that are not covered by your health insurance.
• Discount on VGZ's additional healthcare insurance.

About IHC Mining

For every phase in the mining life cycle for raw materials, IHC Mining provides reliable, integrated solutions, fully tailored to specific demand for mineral resources. By means of the state-of-the-art equipment that we design and build – and the services we deliver – our customers can improve operational efficiency, lower the cost per tonne and make their activities more sustainable.

We have a proven track record in solutions for mineral sands, tailings rehabilitation, battery minerals, gold, diamonds, tin and other commodities. In addition, with our experts working on a global basis, we guarantee a local presence and industry leading support on every continent.

About Us

Royal IHC is a leading supplier of maritime technology and expert craftsmanship. Driven by innovation, our dedicated experts provide a competitive edge to our worldwide customers in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries. However, Royal IHC is much more than vessels, equipment and services.

We deliver reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and create a platform for a more sustainable performance. As we navigate new waters, our aim remains unchanged: to discover the smartest and safest way forward for both our customers and our people. Together, we create the maritime future.

In 2042 (when we exist 400 years) Royal IHC will be a fully sustainable company with a net-zero portfolio