Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems (Interim)
Damen Shipyards (Vlissingen)
- Bachelor, Master
- Werktuigbouwkunde, Scheepswerktuigkundig, Mechanical Engineering, Techniek
- Junior, Senior, Student
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- Latest update 9/16/2025
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About the company Damen Shipyards
We are Damen
Damen is a family owned business that stands for fellowship, craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and stewardship. We believe that our oceans, seas, lakes and rivers offer humanity a growing range of possibilities in terms of trade, food, energy and recreation. We provide maritime solutions to meet these opportunities, through design, shipbuilding, ship repair and related services.
In the previous century, we revolutionised shipbuilding with standardisation and serial production. More than ninety years and 6,000 ships later, those pillars are unchanged. Their importance is only growing with the need for increased sustainability and digitalisation. It is our aim to combine our proven standardisation with the innovations of digitalisation to become the world’s most sustainable shipbuilder.
Job
We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.
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
Are you an expert in marine piping systems, eager to take on a pivotal role in advanced naval shipbuilding? Damen Naval is seeking a highly skilled Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems for a project-based, interim assignment in Vlissingen. In this role, you will lead the design, engineering, and integration of complex piping systems for state-of-the-art naval vessels. As Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems you will work closely with internal teams and external partners, ensuring technical excellence and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
Key accountabilities
As Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems your responsibilities are:
- Analyse and interpret technical specifications for marine piping systems across diverse naval projects.
- Develop and model basic and detailed engineering packages using 2D and 3D CAD tools, ensuring alignment with Damen Naval standards and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate and oversee outsourced engineering activities, guaranteeing technical quality and compliance.
- Advise stakeholders on technical improvements and best practices for marine piping systems.
- Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental regulations at every project stage.
- Mentor and coach team members, fostering knowledge sharing and process optimization.
- Promote interdisciplinary collaboration for seamless integration of piping systems within the vessel design.
- Independently manage complex engineering tasks and conduct technical reviews.
Skills & experience
As Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems, you need to have to following profile:
- Bachelor or Master degree in a relevant technical discipline (e.g., Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering).
- At least three years experience in piping systems engineering, preferably within naval shipbuilding, offshore, or related.
- Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software, with hands-on experience modelling complex piping layouts.
- Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors and verifying outsourced engineering deliverables.
- Strong knowledge of statutory regulations and classification requirements for marine piping systems.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills in English (Dutch is a plus).
- 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 (also) a non-EU nationality and/or passport are not eligible given the requirements imposed by the military nature of our projects.
What we offer
At Damen Naval, we value your expertise and commitment. As temporary member of our team, you will as Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems receive:
- A competitive salary aligned with permanent staff.
- Travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometre.
- Flexibility to work from home up to two days a week.
- Opportunities to work on challenging and innovative projects in the naval sector.
Application & information
This temporary assignment of Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems is exclusively offered on a secondment (detachering) or temporary employment contract basis. Freelance or ZZP agreements are not considered due to current Dutch legislation. If you are interested, please submit your application with the following details:
- Your CV and motivational letter.
- Indication of your expected gross monthly salary (based on full-time work).
- Your availability (full-time/part-time and number of hours).
- Your notice period and preferred start date.
For more information about the vacancy of Lead Engineer Marine Piping Systems or Damen Naval, please visit the Damen Naval website, the Damen Naval Career website or contact the Corporate Recruitment department via
+31 118 485 000.
Please note that due to the military nature of our projects, only candidates who have permanent EU nationality can be considered for vacancies at Damen Naval. Unfortunately, we are not allowed to process candidates who (also) have a non-EU passport or nationality.
A pre-assignment and security screening and investigation form part of the recruitment process.
Acquisition and introduction of candidates without a formal request is not appreciated and they will not be considered. #LI-DNS1