As Van Oord, we work to create a better world for future generations by delivering Marine Ingenuity.
Van Oord is an internationally active company focusing on dredging and offshore wind power. The company is family-owned, headquartered in Rotterdam (Netherlands) and employs 5,300 people worldwide.
Offshore wind is one of the fastest growing markets for green energy. Not only in Western Europe, but also elsewhere in the world, wind farms are being considered to make electricity supply more sustainable. By building offshore wind farms, Van Oord is contributing to the energy transition. To maintain our leading position and keep up with the influx of projects in the coming years, we are looking for a Production Engineer Offshore Wind (Transport & Installation) for our Offshore Wind division in Hamburg (DE).
Your tasks
As a Production Engineer, you will make a name for yourself by acting as the single point of contact for production, bridging the gap between tendering and execution. To this end, you are a good communicator and bring first-hand offshore wind experience.
So you can drive both our RFPs and our projects forward by
- Create accurate production estimates and competitive logistics concepts. This is based on a solid understanding of installation methods and equipment, which you have ideally acquired through first-hand project experience.
- Insights into project risks through weather and logistics simulations and advice on tenders and projects.
- Actively participate in the development of our simulation tools and ongoing data integration.
- Coordinate with relevant departments such as engineering, operations and ship management, risk and planning to find the optimal solution.
- You ensure the continuous improvement of Van Oord and provide assistance in the execution of our projects. Through regular ship visits you gather feedback and experience and gain practical knowledge.
Professional requirements
As a person, you are able to take on challenges and find solutions, but most importantly, you are a team player with excellent communication skills.
You'll also bring:
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in a technical field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience with in-depth knowledge of offshore wind component installation and transportation.
- Practical offshore experience is a plus.
- Strong affinity for data analysis and simulation. Experience with logistics and weather simulation software is a plus.
- Excellent command of the English language, both oral and written.
- Willingness to visit our execution projects around the world several times a year.
We offer
You will work with us in an international, very challenging and dynamic company, with the opportunity to make a real impact on our business, people and the environment. We offer you a complete package with excellent additional benefits. The package includes but is not limited to
- Flexible working hours (trust-based working hours)
- 40 hrs. contract, if you wish something else, please let us know.
- Mobile working 2 days per week
- 30 days vacation
- Company pension plan
- VWL allowance
- Variable bonus payment
- Germany ticket subsidy
- Extensive learning and (personal) development opportunities through continuing education and courses as well as learning platforms
- Sports and foreign languages
You can also expect:
- A modern and international working environment with flat hierarchies;
- a highly motivated team in which everyone can contribute, with a great team spirit;
- A central and lively location in Hamburg City South with ideal bus and train connections;
- Team events, fresh fruit (great fruit salad), water, coffee specialties, canteen and cafeteria.
Do you want to join our team?
Then send your complete application documents (preferably in English) to: Bewerbung@vanoord.com. Your contact person is Florian.
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