We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.
Think ship design is routine? Think again.
At Damen Engineering Gdańsk, we work on some of the most exciting projects on the market. Drone carriers? We’ve got them. Tugs? Of course. From barges and offshore service vessels like CSOVs and walk-to-work ships, all the way to advanced navy platforms — this is where the future of shipbuilding is shaped.
As Damen Engineering Gdańsk we are set up to be involved into the engineering process from the moment when an idea is generated by the client to the vessel delivery. We are responsible for transforming the initial design into a complete and practicable engineering package.
We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Are you ready to try?
The Engineer role
We’re looking for a Engineer who sees the vessel as a whole, not just one piece. Someone who will be responsible for designing and supporting shipbuilding projects at one across of multiple engineering disciplines.
We are looking for at least 2+ years of experience engineer with the background of: strength or stability calculations / structural / heating and ventilation systems / mechanical / navigation / outfitting (the onboard equipment for osv).
You’ll fit if you have a knowledge of the classification regulations, and you work the way of applicable quality and regulatory standards.
You’ll be responsible for creating technical documentation, supporting system design, and contributing to project execution under supervision of senior engineers.
Key accountabilities
- Designing at (at least one of disciplined): structural, mechanical, electrical, automation, radio-navigation systems, onboard equipment, interiors of vessels
- Creating design solutions that address standard engineering procedures with moderate complexity from one of engineering fields,
- Ensuring compliance with classification rules, standards, and client requirements
- Participating in solving interdisciplinary engineering problems and optimizing solutions in terms of cost, functionality, safety, and compliance with classification regulations.
- Selecting equipment and preparing documentation for procurement processes
- Preparing and participating in tests (FAT, HAT, SAT)
- Coordinating with project teams, suppliers, and classification societies
- Providing technical support and ensuring consistency of solutions across disciplines
- Performing design calculations: class, mass, power and heat balances, stability and structural analyses (by the relevant experience on the specific discipline)
- Developing lists, registers, summaries, documents, and technical reports. If applicable creating and supervising 3D models of floating units: mechanical and electrical systems, technical spaces, stability and strength models.
Skills & experience
- Higher technical education (preferred: shipbuilding, marine engineering, mechanics).
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in ship/offshore systems projects.
- Knowledge of CAD/CAE tools, MS Project.
- Ability to analyze and solve technical problems.
- Ability to interpret technical documentation
- Up-to-date knowledge and openness to acquiring knowledge beyond the main discipline.
- Good command of the English language at B2 level (written and verbal);
- Polish language communication proficiency at least C1 is a must.
What we offer
- Participation in international prestigious engineering projects with a high level of complexity. Our portfolio is full of projects you won’t find anywhere else.
- Opportunities for professional and technical development in an international environment.
- Work from Alchemia's modern office in Gdańsk with one million dollar view as well as the option for home office if you need some flexibility (3:2 days a week).
- Medical care by Medicover and life insurance. Cafeteria.
- Bonus: up to 50% extra salary once per year as motivation to get rest and have fun while enjoying annual leave.
- By gaining the 5+ year experience at Damen Engineering Gdańsk we will support your PPK by an extra employer’s founds.
Get on board!
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Skills Required
- Higher technical education, preferably in shipbuilding, marine engineering, or mechanics
- At least 2 years of experience in ship or offshore systems projects
- Experience in at least one relevant discipline: strength or stability calculations, structural, heating and ventilation, mechanical, navigation, or outfitting systems
- Knowledge of classification regulations and applicable quality and regulatory standards
- Knowledge of CAD/CAE tools and MS Project
- Ability to analyze and solve technical problems
- Ability to interpret technical documentation
- Good command of English at B2 level, written and verbal
- Polish language communication proficiency at least C1
Damen Shipyards Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Damen Shipyards Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Damen Shipyards Group.
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Retirement Support — Pension plans and strong secondary employment conditions in parts of Western Europe are often highlighted as providing a secure overall package. Feedback suggests these elements bolster total rewards even where base pay perceptions are mixed.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Workplace safety, welfare initiatives, and employee assistance via Foundation Damen Support are emphasized, with Vietnam materials noting stable income and clear welfare benefits. These practices indicate tangible support for day-to-day wellbeing.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — In the Netherlands and Germany, base salaries are described as aligning with sector collective labor agreements, and many roles are seen as locally competitive. This structure points to clear pay frameworks in those regions.
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What We Do
Damen is an international family-owned shipyard group that provides maritime solutions through design, shipbuilding, ship repair, and related services.
