Damen Shipyards (Vlissingen)
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.
We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.
ABOUT US
Get on board with Damen Naval, along with more than 1,200 professionals based in The Netherlands, Romania, and Germany. We are the naval division of the family-owned Damen Shipyards Group which employs 12,000 professionals globally. Damen Naval designs and builds advanced naval vessels for customers all over the world. With a passion for technological innovation and sustainable solutions, we continue to push the boundaries in naval shipbuilding. You can be part of our team! Are you ready for duty?
THE ROLE
As Test & Integration Engineer you will be part of the Test & Integration team within the assigned project and is managed by the Integration & Test manager. You are responsible for a certain part of the project test & integration program, and for the development and execution of the inspection plans production, testing and trials of the new build one-off naval vessels. As Test & Integration Engineer you will provide engineering reviews, general project support during production, tests, trials and drives the follow-up in case of deviations including the coordination to key suppliers.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
In this role, your responsibilities will include:
Set-up the Test & Integration program in line with project design, progress, overall project targets and timelines.
Prepare and execute the project inspection plan production and follow-up in case of deviations based on the master project plan, specifications, and delivery deadlines.
Develop, execute, and coordinate test and trial plans based on the master project plan, specifications, delivery deadlines, this includes Type Tests, FAT’s, HAT’s, and SAT’s.
Participate in cross-functional engineering reviews and approvals with project teams and suppliers, this includes all engineering disciplines and integration activities.
Monitor and report on progress, including performance of third parties and intervene when needed.
Deliver status reports during production, trials, and tests.
Work closely with engineering departments and develop plans on Testing & Integration.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:
Relevant technical bachelor degree (HBO) and experience in experience in project management, manufacturing, and commissioning of complex new build naval ships.
Experience in subcontract management and integration of complex mechanical, electrical and automation systems including combined propulsion installations for complex new built ships.
Expertise of a variety of engineering concepts and practices.
Good command of the Dutch, German and English language all written and verbal.
Excellent references, as a security screening is part of the hiring process.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Damen Naval, we highly value our employees, and we will support your professional and personal development. We also provide our employees with:
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.
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Are you interested in this position, please submit your application with your CV and cover letter, along with an indication of:
For more information about this vacancy 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-employment 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.
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