Hydrodynamics Expert

Damen Naval is a renowned naval shipbuilding company with a rich history of innovation and excellence. With a global presence and a team of over 1,200 professionals, we design and build advanced naval vessels for customers worldwide.

We offer a highly competitive salary of €65,000 - €80,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus an attractive benefits package that includes a travel allowance, pension scheme, and profit-sharing opportunities.

We are seeking a Technical Specialist Hydrodynamics to join our Naval and Technology department. In this role, you will be responsible for the development, advice, and engineering of hydrodynamic systems for complex naval shipbuilding projects.

• You will work closely with design teams to optimize hydrodynamic performance during proposal and engineering phases.
• Conduct hydrodynamic simulations, model tests, and sea trials to ensure designs meet performance standards.
• Collaborate with clients, suppliers, and research institutes to incorporate hydrodynamic insights into the design process.

To excel in this role, you should possess:

• A Master's degree in Naval Architecture or a related field.
• A minimum of five years of practical experience in hydrodynamics, focusing on proposal and engineering phases.
• Thorough understanding of fluid dynamics, particularly in complex naval projects.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with research institutes, universities, engineers, and project managers.

In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer:

• A travel allowance of 23 cents per kilometre.
• A PME-pension arrangement with an employer contribution of 60%.
• Profit sharing based on company results.
• Working from home policy and other benefits.

Please submit your application, including your CV and cover letter, along with an indication of your preferred monthly gross salary and availability.