The role:

Reporting to the Technical Sales Manager, the R&D Engineer will provide knowledge, guidance and leadership at the bid and project execution phase, ensuring that the product fulfils market and client demands and ensuring that IHC can provide the latest quality products / solutions at competitive prices compared to our competition. The ideal candidate will have an in-depth understanding of the applicable business plan, markets and product users; defined as Energy, Defence and Telecoms AND in turn, possible further users and a critical awareness of project, product and service requirements.

You will be responsible for:

Define and manage RIHC product and service range (nominated for your ownership) which will meet with user/client and markets requirements and trends.
Provide technical expertise and input to the user/client at the business development stage and during the bid stage. Ensuring that the IHC proposal / technical solution has technical merit, is aligned with client requirements and ensures IHC are in a competitive position.
Develop technical proposals and detailed costing sheets (UPRR).
During Project execution, provide product / market intelligence and guidance to the project delivery team, ensuring that the product meets the specification, is safe, manufacture-able and ultimately is delivered to specification, budget and in time.

Job requirements:

Educated to an Engineering degree level or equivalent.
Specialist knowledge and experience in a multi-disciplinary design environment.
In depth knowledge and experience in design, manufacture and commissioning of some or all of the following: Sub Sea Vehicles, Cable lay equipment, Pipe lay equipment, LARS and bespoke onshore and offshore handling equipment.
Up to date knowledge of relevant technologies ( eg materials, hydraulics) and engineering design techniques (eg FEA, design codes, International standards etc).
Ability to provide technical guidance to the project engineering team, ensuring engineers have technical direction, clear project deliverables and all hours expended on the project are adding value.
Ability to provide technical expertise/guidance during the assembly/commissioning and installation phases of the project.

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