Senior Mechanical Engineer (WTB)
Meppel, Nederland
- Branche:Jachtbouw
- Disciplines:Mechanical Equipment
Referentienummer vacancies-96-B, Kinderdijk, Nederland
Mechanical EquipmentTranslate P&ID blueprints into detailed 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings for HPUs, manifolds, filters, accumulator frames, and associated electrical cabinets and hose routing
Define functional, technical, and electrical specifications; perform calculations using hydraulics, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics
Produce full documentation packages including FAT/HAT/SAT protocols, FMECA reports, installation guides, and maintenance manuals
Source standard components using supplier data (pumps, cylinders, valves, sensors, etc.)
Collaborate closely with system designers, multi‑disciplinary engineers, workshop technicians, and testers during assembly and commissioning
Provide input to sales and project managers on engineering scope, capacity planning, and optimisation opportunities
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent
At least 5 years’ experience in hydraulic system design, preferably in maritime, motion control, or heavy equipment industries
Proven proficiency with 2D/3D CAD software, PDM and ERP systems
Strong analytical skills in hydraulics, thermodynamics, and kinematics
Excellent communication and teamwork in multidisciplinary, international environments (fluent in English, Dutch is a plus)
Detail-oriented, methodical, and organized, with a results-driven mindset
Our client is a globally recognized brand with an excellent prospect and successful philosophy. With its headquarters in the Netherlands, the company operates in multiple locations worldwide offering a wide range of maritime services. Shipbuilding activities of this leader in the sector include building workboats, offshore vessels, special vessels, patrol craft, cargo ships, dredgers and fast ferries. The company supplies equipment for a variety of vessels such as FPSO’s and pipe layers. Involvement in that segment spans from new construction to repair and maintenance. Concept design and engineering are performed in-house. Our client is known for their professional culture and strong focus on innovativeness . The combination of engineering, design and manufacturing all under one roof ensures that the company is able to deliver equipment for projects worldwide in a timely and cost effective manner. Due to their vast scope of international related projects the organization is characterized as a dynamic and internationally oriented environment.