Naval Architect Weight Control

WFS PRO is looking for a Naval Architect with specialisation in Weight Control who is available immediately for a period of 3 to 6 months, with possible extension. Are you interested in this challenging role?

This company has been providing tailored technical expertise and solutions for the shipbuilding and yacht building industry in the Netherlands and Germany since 2018. The organisation provides services in design, engineering, and project execution, as well as secondment of technical staff for temporary support. With industry-specific knowledge, the company focuses on sectors such as offshore, aviation, automotive, and industrial mechanical engineering.

• Provide expertise in weight control and hydrostatics during the proposal phase and manage these aspects during engineering and production phases.
• Develop, review, and advise on creative solutions for complex projects, contributing to research and development, proposals, and engineering activities.
• Conduct design reviews and verification tests, including inclining tests, to ensure compliance with all specifications.
• Promote advancements in your field of expertise and ensure knowledge transfer within the department.

• A relevant secondary vocational education (MBO-4+) degree with at least one year of relevant experience.
• General understanding of ship design and systems, with in-depth knowledge of one or more specialist technical subjects for naval or other vessels and offshore installations.
• Theoretical understanding of hydrostatics, including intact and damage stability and longitudinal strength.
• Experience working in complex project environments and effectively communicating with engineers, project managers, and tender managers in shipbuilding or related industries.
• Good command of the Dutch and English language both written and verbal.
• Excellent references antecedents as a pre-employment security screening is standard part of the recruitment procedure.
• Permanent EU citizenship and passport are both required and candidates with NL/EU (work) visa or with both an EU and non-EU nationality and/or passport are not eligible in accordance with the requirements imposed by the military nature of our projects.

An attractive rate, ensuring at least equal pay to permanent staff.

Flexibility to work partially from home.

Challenging and innovative projects.

Salary: €3500 - €4500

Ready for a new challenge in the yacht building or maritime industry? Apply now and we will contact you soon.