Concept Design Engineer (E&A)

Career at Damen

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 a Concept Design Engineer (E&A), you are the architect of the electrical and automation systems for our complex naval ships. Your work is crucial, starting during the proposal process (pre-contract stage). You establish and manage the conceptual design frameworks. You will also lead product development and innovation projects focused on Manning & Automation and Electrical systems, working closely with the Product Manager and the Proposal Engineer. You write clear reports and specifications and serve as the technical link between internal colleagues, external stakeholders, and the customer.

Key accountabilities

• Design Innovation: You deliver high-quality designs, including Electric System Architecture, Electric Load Balance, Electromagnetic Control Measures, Integrated Ship Management Systems Layout, subsystem evaluations & selections, and the development of innovative concepts.
• Proposal Management: You draft clear technical specifications and reports, prepare presentations, perform relevant cost calculations and risk assessments, and outline management plans and schedules.
• Collaboration & Coordination: You effectively communicate and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to maximize results within the proposal.
• Driving Innovation: You actively contribute to innovation projects, seminars, and working groups to maintain our technical edge.
• Department Development: You contribute to the further development of the P&P department and ensure all HSEQ policies and procedures are followed to guarantee a safe and healthy work environment.

Skills & experience

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or another relevant Technical Study.
• Experience in design and proposal processes.
• Expertise and experience in a variety of (computerized) design/innovation methods and practices.
• Experience in the design and integration of Electrical/Electronic systems, preferably in complex (naval) ships.
• Good command of both the Dutch and English language (written and verbal).
• Ability to frequently travel long distances and work abroad.
• Excellent references, as a security screening is part of the hiring process.
• Permanent EU citizenship and passport are both required. Candidates with EU (work) visa or with both an EU and non-EU nationality and/or passport are not eligible in accordance with the requirements imposed by the military nature of our projects.

What we offer

• A competitive salary and 8% holiday pay.
• 27 holidays and 13 ADV days.
• Travel allowance of 23 cents per kilometre.
• PME-pension arrangement with an employer contribution of 60%.
• Profit sharing based on company results.
• Flexibility to work from home up to two days a week.
• Additional benefits including a bicycle plan and company fitness.

Why Damen?

Damen has 35 shipyards on five different continents and operates in more than 100 countries. You contribute to this growth while benefitting from the diverse development and career opportunities that our company offers. We will continue to challenge you. With our extensive portfolio of products and solutions you will never get bored and never stop learning. We offer you a world of possibilities.
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.