Hydraulic Systems Engineer Kinderdijk • Middle Point

• Translate P&ID blueprints into detailed 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings for HPUs, manifolds, filters, accumulator frames, and associated electrical cabinets and hose routing

• Define functional, technical, and electrical specifications; perform calculations using hydraulics, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics

• Produce full documentation packages including FAT/HAT/SAT protocols, FMECA reports, installation guides, and maintenance manuals

• Source standard components using supplier data (pumps, cylinders, valves, sensors, etc.)

• Collaborate closely with system designers, multi‑disciplinary engineers, workshop technicians, and testers during assembly and commissioning

• Provide input to sales and project managers on engineering scope, capacity planning, and optimisation opportunities

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent

• At least 5 years’ experience in hydraulic system design, preferably in maritime, motion control, or heavy equipment industries

• Proven proficiency with 2D/3D CAD software, PDM and ERP systems

• Strong analytical skills in hydraulics, thermodynamics, and kinematics

• Excellent communication and teamwork in multidisciplinary, international environments (fluent in English, Dutch is a plus)

• Detail-oriented, methodical, and organized, with a results-driven mindset

• An attractive monthly salary of € 3.400 – € 6.200, based on your experience
• Application for the 30% ruling (expat tax advantage)
• 25 days of paid holidays + 13 extra paid ADV and paid national holidays
• Compensation for commuting costs depending on your preferred means of transportation - own car / public transport / bike
• Relocation support (incl. allowance, housing search, registration) and an on-boarding at our office for a warm & thorough welcome
• Budget for Dutch language course so that you have a good kickstart

Our client is a globally recognized brand with an excellent prospect and successful philosophy. With its headquarters in the Netherlands, the company operates in multiple locations worldwide offering a wide range of maritime services. Shipbuilding activities of this leader in the sector include building workboats, offshore vessels, special vessels, patrol craft, cargo ships, dredgers and fast ferries. The company supplies equipment for a variety of vessels such as FPSO’s and pipe layers. Involvement in that segment spans from new construction to repair and maintenance. Concept design and engineering are performed in-house. Our client is known for their professional culture and strong focus on innovativeness . The combination of engineering, design and manufacturing all under one roof ensures that the company is able to deliver equipment for projects worldwide in a timely and cost effective manner. Due to their vast scope of international related projects the organization is characterized as a dynamic and internationally oriented environment.