Exterior or Structural Engineer Papendrecht • Middle Point

As an Exterior or Construction Engineer, you work on both basic and detail engineering for yacht structures or outfitting. You are responsible for 3D (Rhinoceros) and 2D (AutoCAD) engineering for various yacht building projects and you translate complex designs into clear, buildable solutions. You collaborate closely with shipyards and suppliers and provide technical support to other departments, such as design and production.

Your Responsibilities

• 3D and 2D engineering for a variety of yacht building projects, both basic engineering and detailed engineering
• Collaborating with shipyards and suppliers
• Providing technical support to other departments, such as design or production
• Contributing to innovation and optimisation of design processes

• Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Engineering (Naval Architecture, Maritime Technology or similar)
• Experience with AutoCAD and Rhinoceros 3D or the eagerness to master these quickly
• Ability to work independently and accurately on technical designs
• Strong communication skills and solution-oriented
• Proficiency in Dutch (fluent) and English (good)

• Competitive salary, €3,000 – €5,000 per month, depending on experience and role
• Application for the 30% ruling (expat tax advantage), if applicable
• 25 days of paid holidays + 13 extra paid ADV and paid national holidays
• Work in modern office with young professionals
• Compensation for commuting costs, depending on your preferred means of transportation (own car / public transport / bike)
• Relocation support (including allowance, housing search, registration) and on-boarding at our office for a warm and thorough welcome
• Budget for a Dutch language course to give you a great kick-start

This specialised maritime engineering office supports yacht builders and shipowners from initial design through to production. Active across the maritime industry, it acts as a true engineering partner, taking responsibility for projects from A to Z and seamlessly integrating with clients’ own organisations. With a strong focus on partnership, transparency, reliability and flexibility, the team delivers high-quality engineering solutions on time and within budget. Their structured way of working – from clear planning and kick-off, through regular progress reporting, to delivery and aftercare – ensures open communication, efficient collaboration and smooth project execution for complex yacht and shipbuilding projects.