Specialist Engineer Interior (Household Equipment)
Specialist Engineer Interior (Household Equipment)
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Working at a leading superyacht builder.
We are seeking a Specialist Household Equipment to strengthen our Interior Engineering team. This position is comparable to the former Product Engineer role but with a dedicated focus on integrating household appliances within luxury yachts. As part of the Interior discipline, you will contribute to the complete design and engineering of the yacht’s interior – including stairs, floors, ceilings, and fixed furniture.
Your main responsibility is the seamless incorporation of household equipment into the yacht’s interior design. To ensure a smooth engineering and production process, you will work closely with colleagues across multiple disciplines such as Mechanical, Structural, Exterior, and Special Engineering. Throughout the process, you will safeguard the company's quality standards and secure an accurate and efficient exchange of information with the production department.
You will also liaise with suppliers of household appliances, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with all technical requirements. Ultimately, your work plays a key role in meeting production schedules, budgets, and quality objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and coordinate engineering solutions for household appliances on board superyachts.
- Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to guarantee smooth system integration.
- Maintain the high engineering and quality standards.
- Ensure accurate and efficient information transfer between engineering and production.
- Engage with suppliers regarding specifications, requirements, and delivery schedules.
- Support production planning while safeguarding timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
This company is renowned for its expertise in designing and constructing luxury superyachts, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology. They are recognized for delivering high-quality, custom-built vessels that meet the unique specifications and desires of their clients.
- Competitive salary ranging from €3,900 – €6,200 per month, depending on knowledge and experience.
- 38 days off annually (25 vacation days + 13 ADV days for full-time employment).
- One-year contract with the intention of a permanent position (subject to board approval).
- Travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometer.
- An inspiring workplace at the forefront of luxury yacht building.
- Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree (HBO level or equivalent).
- Experience: At least 5 years in a comparable role, ideally in yacht or shipbuilding.
- Thorough understanding of the construction process of seagoing (super)yachts.
- Fluent in both Dutch and English, spoken and written.
- Strong IT skills, including CAD software, NX, Teamcenter, and related tools.
- Excellent communication skills – you keep colleagues well-informed about specifications and developments.
- Ability to stay current with industry innovations and apply this knowledge effectively within the team.
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