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Giulio Geromella
Recruitment Partner Consultant at Van Storm
Job summary:
Tasks: Develop and refine detailed engineering designs and 3D models with a strong focus on manufacturability and feasibility.
Projects: Custom-built luxury mega yachts of 80m+.
Company: Prestigious Dutch yacht builder with state-of-the-art shipyard facilities.
Main requirements: 2–5 years of experience in engineering within yacht or shipbuilding, with strong knowledge of production processes.
Your opportunity
As a Engineer Production Support, you will take on a central role in the technical execution of complex and prestigious projects. Working at the forefront of superyacht engineering, you will be responsible for translating design concepts into production-ready technical solutions.
In this role, you will ensure that engineering output meets the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and compliance, while also safeguarding manufacturability and feasibility for production. You will work closely with senior engineers, project leads, and production teams, solving technical bottlenecks and supporting the smooth transition from engineering to the shipyard floor.
This is your chance to contribute to yachts that push the boundaries of design and engineering, while growing your expertise in a highly skilled, international team.
What you will do
- Develop and refine detailed engineering designs, 3D models, and technical drawings
- Ensure compliance with Class and Flag regulations as well as internal project specifications
- Conduct technical assessments to guarantee manufacturability and feasibility of complex yacht structures and systems
- Collaborate with senior engineers, project leads, and production teams to ensure alignment and quality
- Identify and resolve technical issues or bottlenecks in a proactive manner
- Support production on-site with solving engineering-related problems during the build
- Review documentation and drawings for completeness, accuracy, and compliance
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering standards and practices
Where you will work
Dreaming of working for one of the top 3 mega yacht builders in the Netherlands? Then this is the opportunity for you!
Our client does not only build state-of-the-art luxury mega yachts but is also one of the oldest and most prominent shipyards in the Low Lands.
- Combination of rich tradition and modern approach
- The finest quality & attention to detail
- You will learn from the best professionals in the market
- Engineering office together with shipyard facilities
- Fast-growing department that requires to be sharp and flexible
- International team of passionate & motivated colleagues
What you already have
- BSc. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Maritime Technology, or a similar discipline
- 2–5 years of work experience in engineering within yacht or shipbuilding
- Solid knowledge of production processes and ability to act as a bridge between engineering and manufacturing
- Skilled in 3D AutoCAD, knowledge of Siemens NX, Teamcenter, and Cadmatic
- Knowledge from and experience with hull engineering, exterior engineering, moving equipment and equipment integration
- Insight into systems on board and weight and budgeting
- Accurate, analytical, and quality-driven by nature
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams
- Fluent in English, both spoken and written
Your benefits
- 40 paid holidays for work-life balance
- Covered commuting and interviewing costs
- Business travel insurance
- Basic Dutch course, so you will understand the Dutch jokes during the coffee break
- Access to social gatherings, lectures, and events, to meet like-minded professionals within the Dutch maritime industry
- One-year membership of KNVTS, Royal Dutch Association of Marine Engineers
- Housing search and registration support by Van Storm
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