Senior Structural Designer
Groningen
Are you a senior engineer with a passion for structural ship design? Conoship International is looking for a driven and experienced Senior Structural Designer to lead our dynamic engineering team. If you excel in technical expertise and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you!
As a Senior Structural Designer at Conoship International…
You will lead the design and execution of high-quality structural projects for various vessels and floating structures, ensuring they meet the highest standards in the industry.
Your main responsibilities:
- Develop initial project plans, including applicable standards, scope lists, planning, risk analysis, and budget.
- Manage and lead the structural design week, ensuring the week is completed on schedule and within budget.
- Design parts and complete structures for vessels, from foundations to midships to complete construction plans.
- Accurately register and administer hours spent on projects, monitor progress, and implement quality control measures.
- Provide technical solutions and manage client expectations on a technical level.
- Oversee communication within the team and with clients regarding supplier information and requirements.
- Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
- Collaborate closely with the project manager, supporting change management and project control.
- Lead a multifaceted team, adapting to project needs across offshore, yacht construction, and dredging sectors.
Who are you?
Please note that only candidates with a valid EU work visa will be considered for this role.
- A degree in maritime, shipbuilding or mechanical engineering.
- At least five years of relevant work experience in structural engineering.
- Strong team management skills.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software and structural analysis tools.
- Excellent communication skills in English.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Experience with short sea cargo vessels is a plus.
What do we offer you?
- A competitive salary where we consider your knowledge and experience.
- A dynamic working environment at one of the pioneers of sustainable shipping innovations.
- A cohesive and committed international team.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- An active staff association, which organises a quarterly events.
Working at Conoship International
Conoship International is a leading Dutch ship design and engineering company with a passionate team of experts dedicated to the future of a more sustainable shipping every day. With a team of almost 50 colleagues, we work for our international clients from Groningen (head office), Rotterdam and Gdansk.
For more than 70 years, we have led the way with innovative solutions for making the maritime industry more sustainable. Since 1952, over 2,000 ships have been built according to the company’s designs.
Want to know more or apply directly?
Enthusiastic? Then respond immediately by sending your CV and cover letter to hr@conoship.com. Would you like to know more before applying? For questions, please contact Lihua Yuan at (0)50 526 88 22.
