Engineer Shipbuilding

At Jan De Nul Group, we are on the lookout for new talent! We thank our position as a global player to the know-how and innovative ideas of our employees. To stay top of mind, we continuously invest in our fleet.

Our Technical Department follows up the construction of new ships from the preliminary design stage. On the other hand, it is responsible for the maintenance and equipment of existing ships. Every maritime project is different and each time the optimal configuration is put together. And if it doesn't exist, we make it ourselves!

As Technical Superintendent Vessel Construction, you will collaborate on the preliminary design, design, specifications for and follow-up of construction or conversion of a vessel or other large offshore or dredging equipment.

Your main duties and responsibilities:

• Studying and collaborating on the specifications, construction plans and all relevant documents regarding the construction;
• Help follow up, adjust and approve the design work and technical purchases, both from the shipyard and internally;
• Help support the design, construction and/or purchase of specific dredging and offshore equipment supplied to the shipyard, or manufactured by JDN;
• Help follow up the construction and construction supervision and ensure coordination with the shipyard of work and deliveries by JDN;
• Helping to monitor the testing programme and commissioning of the newly built ship;
• Helping to equip a ship with the necessary tools and spare parts;
• For some (sub)projects, these activities are carried out independently and under your own responsibility.

You will work from the office in Aalst. Occasionally you will travel abroad to monitor and inspect the work on site.

What do you need?

• You hold a Master's degree in Mechanical/Electromechanical Engineering option Maritime Engineering.
• You have just graduated or possess a first work experience.
• You have a thorough basic technical knowledge and a passion for engineering.
• You have an analytical mind to design, assess and improve systems.
• You are an organiser and can work efficiently independently.
• You have strong communication skills and can express yourself fluently in both Dutch and English.

Working at Jan De Nul means contributing to solutions to some of the biggest challenges of our time: from the energy transition to rising sea levels to smart mobility. It means learning and working together every day to preserve the global quality of life for generations to come.

What we offer

• A permanent training path via our JDN Academy
• The opportunity to practice sports at work via our FIT programme 
• An open-ended permanent contract  
• Competitive wages with thirteenth month and double holiday pay
• When you work in Belgium:
  • Meal vouchers and eco-vouchers 
  • Possibility to take part in the Flex Reward programme, including bike and car leasing, including fuel card or charge pass in Belgium 
  • Employer’s contribution in public transport and bicycle expenses
  • Group and hospital care insurance 
  • Optional iPhone with subscription 
  • Miscellaneous staff discounts 

The world is what you make it 

Jan De Nul Group shapes water and land around the world, addressing some of the most important challenges of our time. We boost the energy transition with infrastructure for renewable offshore energy. We focus on nature-inclusive dredging solutions to build harbours and protect our coastlines from the rising sea. We develop innovative construction projects for smart mobility and durable buildings. And we invest in planet redevelopment, giving new purpose to polluted sites. At Jan De Nul, the world is what you make it.       

Jan De Nul Group promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunities and anti-discrimination employer.