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Lead Marine Systems Engineer
Profile Lead Marine Systems Engineer
Do you have experience translating complex propulsion, fuel and auxiliary systems into turnkey solutions? Can you push the boundaries of marine systems design?
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We are looking for a Lead Systems Engineer to design, calculate, and integrate complex shipboard systems, including propulsion, fuel, cooling, firefighting and auxiliary systems, while leading a small team and serving as the primary technical liaison with clients, shipyards, and classification societies.
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Tasks & responsibilities:
- Define project scope, hours, and budgets in alignment with internal teams and clients.
- Create systems schematics, calculations, machinery layouts, and equipment arrangements.
- Ensure designs meet class requirements and relevant maritime standards.
- Lead and support a small team of engineers and draftsmen.
- Act as the primary technical contact for shipyards, clients, and classification societies.
Requirements Lead Marine Systems Engineer
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering or similar.
- At least 8 years of experience in marine systems design and integration.
- Strong understanding of piping, machinery, arrangements, propulsion systems and technical spaces.
- Hands-on experience with design and analysis tools (e.g., Solid Edge, FEM).
- Able to lead projects while actively contributing on the technical side.
- Fluent in English, both verbally and in writing; Dutch is not required.
Company profile
This internationally active engineering firm is a trusted design partner within the maritime and offshore industry. With hundreds of professionals across offices in the Netherlands, Asia, and the United States, the company delivers full engineering packages for ship newbuilds, conversions, and extensions. Clients include major players in dredging, offshore energy, and subsea operations. The company is currently involved in pioneering concepts such as nuclear propulsion for large maritime assets.
Region
NL South-Holland
Publication date
11.07.2025
