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Product Development Manager

IHC

Kinderdijk
Full Time
Posted on: June 26 2026

Product Development Manager

Royal IHC is looking for a Product Development Manager within the Technology & Innovation department. In this role, you lead the development of strategic products from concept and business case through validation and implementation in the first commercial projects.

Working closely with Product Owners, Engineering, Technology specialists and business stakeholders, you provide structure, governance and leadership throughout the product development lifecycle. You are responsible for planning, budget, scope, risks, stakeholder alignment and decision-making, ensuring products are delivered successfully and contribute to IHC’s strategic objectives.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams and drive products that support multiple Product Market Groups, ranging from Offshore and Defence applications to other innovative technologies across the IHC portfolio.

Why this role?

  • Lead strategic product developments with visible business impact
  • Bring innovations from concept to market introduction
  • Work at the intersection of Technology, Engineering, Product Management and Business Development
  • Influence the future direction of Royal IHC’s products and technologies
  • Help professionalise product development across the organisation

Your responsibilities

  • Lead multidisciplinary product development teams
  • Manage scope, planning, budgets, risks and resources
  • Guide projects through stage-gate processes and governance structures
  • Align technical, commercial and operational stakeholders
  • Support prototype development, testing and validation
  • Report progress and key decisions to management and steering groups
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of product development processes

Your profile

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related field
  • At least three years of relevant experience in product development, engineering projects or technology development
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams
  • Strong stakeholder management, organisational and communication skills
  • Structured, pragmatic and results-oriented
  • Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus

Experience within maritime, offshore, defence, aerospace, automotive or other complex engineering environments is advantageous.

Royal IHC offers you:  

  • A salary between €5700 and €8565 gross per month, plus 8% holiday allowance. 

  • Plenty of time off: 40 vacation days for a full-time position, with the option to buy or sell additional leave. 

  • A profit-sharing scheme that lets you share in Royal IHC’s success. 

  • Flexible working: A home office allowance of €2.45 per day + a one-time payment of €750 to set up your workspace. 

  • Travel allowance of €0.21 per kilometer for the days you commute to the office. 

  • A solid pension plan through PME. 

  • Room to grow: Numerous internal career opportunities and a training budget + access to our IHC Academy to support your development. 

  • Health and energy: Unlimited access to our in-house gym (in exchange for the sustainable employability day). 

  • Royal IHC takes care of things you’d rather not worry about, but that are still important—such as disability insurance, partner pension, and the option to have additional healthcare costs reimbursed through our Social Fund. 

About IHC Technology

IHC Technology drives innovation, R&D and product development across Royal IHC. Together with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists and specialists, you will work on technologies and products that support the future of dredging, offshore energy, mining, defence and sustainable maritime operations.

Join us and help shape the next generation of products and technologies that will define Royal IHC’s future.

About IHC
IHC logo

Royal IHC

Creating the maritime future

Anchored in a rich Dutch maritime history, Royal IHC is a leading supplier of maritime technology and expert craftsmanship.

With the right people and skills on board, and driven by innovation, we provide a competitive edge to our worldwide customers in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries. However, Royal IHC is much more than equipment, vessels and services. We deliver reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and allow for a more sustainable performance.

All over the world, our people are deeply committed to technological innovation, supported by our long-standing experience in our core markets. Our experts work in close collaboration with multiple stakeholders to meet the specific needs of each customer. 

With our continuous commitment to technological innovation, we seek to always meet the specific requirements of each individual client. IHC annually spends approximately 3% of its revenue on innovation, which places us in the top 15 Dutch companies in terms of R&D. We have branches in many different countries, giving us a truly international perspective.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Our business culture has a strong character and is based on collaboration, openness and respect. Perseverance is also a quality that runs through the veins of our organisation. At IHC we have a total commitment to improvement and innovation. Coming to work for us does not mean you have reached your destination. At IHC you will continue to grow and learn, and your expertise will continue onwards and upwards. That is not just a promise from us, but also a commitment we ask of you. Those who demonstrate independence and a strong feeling of responsibility are given a great deal of freedom, but that doesn’t mean you will be left to fend for yourself. Where needed, you can count on us for coaching and personal supervision.

MAXIMUM USE OF TALENT

IHC has a wealth of in-house talent. And we want to make the maximum use of it. That is why we have created development programmes. There are programmes for every level. If you have completed your preparatory secondary vocational education (VMBO) you can start at our in-house Technical Training Centre. We also have plenty of development opportunities for employees with senior secondary vocational education (MBO), higher vocational education (HBO) or a degree from a university (WO).

They can choose from the wide range of programmes, courses and other training opportunities. In addition to the development programmes, there is Young IHC. This programme of activities is especially for our young graduates to help them find their feet in our company. It makes it easy for them to get to know their colleagues in the various business units and creates a strong personal network.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS

Are you currently a student or have you just graduated? There are several ways for you to start a new career at IHC. We recognise the value of a strong link between industry and education, which is why ambitious students are always welcome at IHC for a traineeship or to do their graduation research. There are various options available, the choice is up to you!

“Let us build a career for you!”

Facts about

  • Number of employees: 2300

  • Sectors: Dredging, Offshore, Shipbuilding & repair, Shipping

  • Career level: Student, Starter (< 3 years), Young professional (3-5 years), Professional (5-10 years), Senior professional (>10 years)

  • Preferred educational level: Vmbo, Mbo, Hbo, Wo bachelor, Wo master

  • Preferred educations: Mechanical Engineering, Marine Technology, Naval Architecture, Electrical Engineering