Position description Category Engineering - Engineer C
Job title Senior Mechanical Engineer Design
Quotegiver Terence Vehmeijer, Engineering Manager Products
About the position As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you are the technical driving force within multidisciplinary project teams. You not only design mechanical components and complex installations, but also create complete system designs that meet functional requirements, lifecycle requirements, safety standards, manufacturability, and cost efficiency.
You also support and guide fellow engineers, safeguard design quality, and act as sparring partner for structural engineers, manufacturing teams, and suppliers.
In short: you create robust designs that entire project teams can build upon, first time right.
What do we expect of you? As a Senior Mechanical Engineer Design, you contribute to project innovation and the further development of our engineering capabilities. You are responsible for designing mechanical component
Your responsibilities:
- Maintain oversight of complete work packages.
- Provide technical direction within your design scope.
- Independently develop and detail designs of steel structures, components and mechanisms.
- Develop system designs focused on functionality, lifecycle and integration.
- Perform structural, hand and basic FEM calculations to support decisions.
- Prepare engineering estimates for technical decision-making.
- Consider manufacturability, cost, materials, production and assembly.
- Produce, review and modify design and manufacturing drawings.
- Ensure seamless integration within the overall system and environment.
- Develop alternative solutions for manufacturing or assembly challenges.
- Liaise with procurement, suppliers and other disciplines on specifications.
- Contribute to optimisation and innovation of existing designs.
- Review and optimise design input from colleagues.
- Collaborate with structural engineers on validation and optimisation.
- Transfer designs for further validation and joint optimisation.
- Contribute to standards, work instructions and technical improvements.
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of at least one product group.
- Support commissioning, testing and technical issue resolution.
- Coach and guide junior engineers and subcontractors.
Wondering if you are 'equipped for impact'? You are:
- Creative, innovative and proactive.
- Strong in communication and able to technically coach others.
- A team player with seniority and the ability to work independently.
- Solution-oriented, flexible and detail-focused.
- Able to switch quickly in a dynamic project environment.
You have:
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 5+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer within the offshore or maritime sector, or in heavy steel construction.
- A passion for complex mechanical systems and design.
- The ability to prioritise effectively in a technically challenging environment.
- Experience with AutoCAD and Inventor is an advantage.
Some practical things we need you to have - an EU passport/valid work permit for The Netherlands;
- a good command of the English language verbally and in writing.
What do we have to offer?- Think big and make big, all in one location. At Huisman Schiedam, both our office and production facilities are based on a single site.
- An open, informal and no-nonsense culture with short lines of communication.
- An international working environment with ample opportunities for career progression and personal development.
- An excellent benefits package tailored to your experience and qualifications.
- Depending on your experience and knowledge, the salary ranges from € 3,700 to € 5,300 gross per month based on a 40-hour working week, with scope for further progression within the scale.
- A minimum of 29 holiday days (based on full-time employment) with the option to purchase an additional 10 days.
- Participation in a collective pension scheme in line with the Wtp.
- Eligibility for a bonus scheme.
- Access to collective health insurance, with Huisman contributing as your employer.
- Take advantage of tax benefits through our bicycle scheme.
- Huisman organises sporting activities, such as a ski trip, as well as various social events, including large-scale company parties where colleagues come together and get to know each other better.
Number of hours 40
Worktime factor Full-time
Custom section 1 More about Huisman We design and produce in-house and deliver our turn-key products to clients worldwide. Our clients choose us for our entrepreneurial spirit, skills, reliability, and innovative solutions. Examples? Consider the Monopile Gripper we developed together with one of our clients. So, if you join Huisman make sure you are equipped for impact. In other words, surprise us, our clients and... yourself!
Recruiter [email protected] Quote The scale and level of innovativeness of the Huisman projects really make a noticeable difference in the world.
Introduction vacancy Do you want to be part of a globally operating team of innovators? Do you also think bigger than big? And, do you have what it takes to make an impact? Then we might be looking for you. Find out more about our vacancy for a Senior Mechanical Engineer Design.
Position location Location Schiedam, NL
About our organisation We are Huisman. We develop step changing technical solutions and translate these into the design and construction of the largest onshore and offshore installations. For decades, we have been working all over the world for offshore wind, geothermal, oil & gas, leisure and civil industries.
With our passionate workforce and worldwide production, service & sales facilities we are equipped for impact in these times of energy transition.
Does this sound like you? Apply online for the position of Senior Mechanical Engineer Design by using the application form at the bottom of this page. We are curious to see what kind of impact you will make.
Application deadline and process:
- Application deadline: no later than 31 October 2026. Please note: the vacancy may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
- Selection: we review and assess candidates on a continuous basis, including before the closing date.
- First interview: selected candidates will be invited for an initial interview.
- References: in consultation with you, we may request references from your current and/or previous employer(s).
- Further process: in addition to a second interview, the selection process may also include an online assessment and a technical test.
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Candidate criteria Minimum level of education required Bachelor (HBO) / Master (WO)
Career level Professional
Custom section 2 meta-description As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you are the technical driving force within multidisciplinary project teams. You not only design mechanical components and complex installations, but also create complete system designs that meet functional requirements, lifecycle requirements, safety standards, manufacturability, and cost efficiency.
You also support and guide fellow engineers, safeguard design quality, and act as a sparring partner for structural engineers, manufacturing teams, and suppliers.