ABOUT US

Hop aboard Damen Naval; the naval division of the family-owned Damen Shipyards Group, where 12,000 professionals work worldwide. Damen Naval delivers advanced naval vessels to clients all over the globe. By implementing the most innovative technological developments in practice, we continue to push the boundaries of the shipbuilding industry. You can be part of our team! Are you ready for duty?

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

In this role, your responsibilities will include:

• Develop functional descriptions, drawings, and other basic engineering documents for power distribution, lighting, and other electrical systems specific to the ASWF frigates.
• Develop and maintain specification documents for all electrical components and installation processes, ensuring compliance with military and classification society standards.
• Write detailed test and validation plans to guarantee compliance with Class regulations and project-specific requirements during virtual testing (simulations) and physical tests (FAT, HAT, SAT).
• Manage and coordinate vendors and subcontractors to ensure timely and high-quality contributions aligned with ASWF project goals.
• Review vendor and subcontractor designs and integrate their deliverables seamlessly into the ship’s electrical architecture.
• Develop and update standards and working methods for detailed electrical engineering and commissioning within the ASWF framework.

• Support proposal phases by developing conceptual electrical designs and providing technical input.Provide technical support and participate in commissioning activities for projects under contract.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience designing complex electrical systems, including large power distribution networks, preferably in maritime, offshore, or defence-related projects.
• Proven track record working on complex multidisciplinary projects with multiple suppliers and subcontractors.
• Experience in model-based system engineering (MBSE) environments using the V-model.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Experience designing EMC-compliant electrical systems; knowledge of TEMPEST or similar military standards is a strong plus.
• Excellent references; security screening is mandatory due to project confidentiality.
• Permanent EU citizenship and passport are required, in line with the military nature of the ASWF project. Candidates holding EU work visas or dual nationalities (EU/non-EU) are not eligible.

THE ROLE

As the Electrical Engineer at Damen Naval, you are part of the team designing the new Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigates (ASWF), built in close cooperation with the Royal Netherlands Navy and international partners. You ensure that these advanced naval vessels are equipped with reliable, safe, and regulation-compliant electrical systems. Your work includes designing power distribution networks, defining load balances, and integrating high-end systems with strict EMC and redundancy requirements all to keep the ship operational in the most demanding conditions.

In this role, your responsibilities will include:

• Develop functional descriptions, drawings, and other basic engineering documents for power distribution, lighting, and other electrical systems specific to the ASWF frigates.
• Develop and maintain specification documents for all electrical components and installation processes, ensuring compliance with military and classification society standards.
• Write detailed test and validation plans to guarantee compliance with Class regulations and project-specific requirements during virtual testing (simulations) and physical tests (FAT, HAT, SAT).
• Manage and coordinate vendors and subcontractors to ensure timely and high-quality contributions aligned with ASWF project goals.
• Review vendor and subcontractor designs and integrate their deliverables seamlessly into the ship’s electrical architecture.
• Develop and update standards and working methods for detailed electrical engineering and commissioning within the ASWF framework.
• Support proposal phases by developing conceptual electrical designs and providing technical input.Provide technical support and participate in commissioning activities for projects under contract