Senior Piping Engineer - Yacht Building

Reference number vacancies-15-A, Kaag, Nederland

• Contribute to the mechanical engineering systems of superyachts, ensuring alignment with design specifications, quality standards, and client requirements.
• Draft technical specifications and implement mechanical systems.
• Lead a team of engineers through detail engineering, 3D modeling, and datasheet creation.
• Oversee sub-projects to integrate mechanical systems into the overall yacht structure.
• Collaborate with disciplines like interior, construction, exterior, and special engineering to advise on mechanical aspects, ensuring all systems are cost-effective and efficient.
• Identify technical bottlenecks and provide solutions.
• Offer technical advice to ensure manufacturability, feasibility, and timely project delivery.
• Work with purchasing teams to procure and implement mechanical systems, ensuring high-quality and cost-effective materials.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations (Lloyd’s, SOLAS, Large Yacht Code) and maintain internal technical standards.
• Drive continuous improvement by exploring new technical developments or efficient construction methods.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge to enhance team capabilities and foster innovation.
• Several years of experience in yacht or shipbuilding, with expertise in mechanical engineering systems and the construction process.
• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or Shipbuilding, with at least an HBO work/thinking level.
• Strong knowledge of yacht systems, mechanical engineering, and production techniques.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations such as Lloyd’s, SOLAS, and Large Yacht Code. Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., NX, Team Centre) and engineering routines.
• Fluent in English, with excellent communication skills. Dutch is a big plus.
• Leadership skills, with the ability to guide teams and provide clear technical advice. A passion for high-quality, customized yacht construction, with attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• At least 25 days of paid holidays with additional days available.
• Compensation for commuting costs.
• 30% tax ruling for the first five years (if applicable).
• Language course compensation for up to €500
• Assistance with relocation, advice for housing, and general assistance to help you get started.
• Yearly social events.
• Invitations to attend industry events and conventions such as METSTRADE, SMM, Offshore Energy.

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 seemingly impossible: one-of-a-kind superyacht projects.