Development Engineer

Development Engineer - Electric Marine Propulsion

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Salary: Competitive
Industry: Marine / Clean Energy Technology

Overview of the role:
We are working with a forward-thinking marine technology business operating at the forefront of maritime electrification and sustainable propulsion. They are looking to hire a Development Engineer to take a leading role in bringing next-generation electrical systems to life, spanning sectors including fully electric propulsion, serial hybrid drives, and hydrogen fuel cell technology. This is a full-time, hybrid role (60% office based in Amsterdam, 40% remote) sitting within an ambitious and fast-moving development team, working alongside colleagues across sales, supply chain, service, and international engineering counterparts.

Requirements

Essential:

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or a discipline of equivalent relevance
• Hands-on experience at one or more stages of the engineering development lifecycle, whether that is concept design, prototyping, testing, or final implementation
• A genuine enthusiasm for electric systems and sustainable technology, backed by an entrepreneurial spirit and the drive to push ideas through from concept to reality
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, with the ability to work through complex technical problems whilst keeping a clear picture of the bigger project goals
• Professional-level fluency in English, both written and spoken, with the communication skills to work effectively across diverse, international teams

Required / Highly Preferred:

• Practical experience with electric drives, electric propulsion systems, or closely related technology
• Familiarity with CAN protocols and other electrical communication systems used in marine or automotive environments
• Competence in 2D/3D CAD tools, with experience producing detailed technical drawings and supporting documentation
• A track record of conducting feasibility studies, capturing product requirements, and converting them into well-defined functional and technical specifications
• Experience developing and executing test plans, building prototypes, and carrying out thorough design validation activities
• Working knowledge of FMEA and its role in producing robust, reliable system designs

Beneficial:

• Experience contributing to or facilitating design reviews, with the confidence to keep stakeholders aligned across complex, multi-department projects
• Exposure to international supplier engagement or field-based testing, including occasional travel
• Familiarity with marine or automotive engineering standards, regulations, or product certification processes

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