(Senior) Structural Engineers - Naval Shipbuilding
Vlissingen , Nederland
- Branche:Scheepsbouw
- Disciplines:Structural, FEM, Naval Architecture
Vacature
Structural Engineer - Detailed Engineering - Yacht Building
Referentienummer MIJL03608-4, Amsterdam , Nederland
StructuralAre you an experienced Structural Engineer with a passion for luxury yacht projects? Join our client’s Engineering team where you will be at the heart of the shipbuilding process.
We are currently seeking a Structural Engineer specialized in Detailed Engineering for hull structures within the high-end superyacht industry. You will join an experienced engineering team and work closely with production, design, and classification societies to deliver exceptional vessels in the 60m+ range.
This role focuses on translating basic structural design into fully detailed production documentation for steel and aluminium hulls, ensuring that all drawings and specifications meet the shipyard’s and class requirements.
Solliciteer nu
- Barbara Nowakowska
- Bnowakowska@middlepoint.nl
- +31 6 28322524
Taken
- Prepare detailed structural drawings and 3D models of hull structures using CAD software (e.g., Siemens NX, Cadmatic Hull, NUPAS-CADMATIC, Aveva, or similar).
- Develop production-ready documentation: plates, profiles, nesting, welding plans, assemblies plans etc.
- Interpret and translate class rules and basic design input into executable documentation.
- Perform checks and calculations for constructability, weight distribution, structural integrity and material efficiency.
- Resolve technical issues in collaboration with production and other disciplines (outfitting, piping, interiors).
- Coordinate and align with external suppliers and subcontractors involved in steel and aluminium hull fabrication.
- Participate in design reviews and implement feedback to improve accuracy and manufacturability.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and class regulations (Lloyd’s Register, ABS, DNV).
- Collaborate closely with senior engineers, production teams, and project leads to ensure timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Evaluating the output of outsourced engineering work
Functie eisen
- EU citizenship is required for this position
- BSc / MCs degree in naval architecture, Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Experience in detailed structural engineering preferably in yachts or passenger vessels
- Proficiency in 3D CAD tools for marine structures (Simens NX, Cadmatic, Aveva, ShipConstructor, Rhino + Orca3D, AuroCAD etc).
- Solid understanding of hull structure method, welding techniques and modular/block building
- Knowledge of ship classification rules and their practical application.
- Fluent in English (written and verbal).
- Strong technical drawing skills and attention to detail
- Familiarity with composite structures and lightweight engineering would be an advantage
Voorwaarden
- Competitive salary, depending on experience and role
- 30% tax ruling for the first five years (for positions in the Netherlands)
- 25 days of paid holidays + 13 extra paid ADV days
- Compensation for commuting costs depending on your preferred means of transportation - own car / public transport / bike
- Assistance with your relocation, i.e. registration, legal and fiscal matters, and housing advice
- Language course compensation up to €500 so that you have a good kickstart
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Bedrijfsprofiel
Our client is a Shipyard, renowned for being the birthplace of some of the world's most luxurious yachts. With a rich history spanning many years, they have built a solid reputation based on their unwavering pursuit of craftsmanship, engineering innovation, quality, and aesthetic design. As a Yacht Builder, they are dedicated to bringing iconic superyachts to life, upholding traditional values within their state-of-the-art facilities.
Our client offers exceptional opportunities for passionate engineers with a love for yachts, encouraging them to challenge themselves in order to fulfill desires and inspire the world with their results. Each engineer contributes to the evolution of the finest, most intricate, and outstanding yachts in existence. In essence, the company fosters a sense of great pride and sets a benchmark for excellence, providing a wonderful building experience.
Through established partnerships, our client is committed to delivering unrivaled quality and perfection. Throughout this process, they cultivate personal relationships with yacht owners, working together to achieve the apparently impossible: one-of-a-kind superyacht projects.
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