Shipbuilding Engineer – Plans & Arrangements

Job Description

• Role: Shipbuilding Engineer – Plans & Arrangements
• Work location: Rotterdam area, the Netherlands – on-site
• Start: As soon as possible
• Duration: Until the end of 2026, with the possibility of extension
• Contract: Freelance assignment/employment contract
• Language: English
• Focus: Plans & Arrangements, AutoCAD 2D and newbuild river cruise vessels

This position is suitable for a shipbuilding engineer who can step into the project and work independently from the start. Based at the shipyard near Rotterdam, you will use AutoCAD 2D to prepare and coordinate the Plans & Arrangements information for a new river cruise vessel. English is enough for daily communication, and both employment and freelance contracts are possible. Relocation support is available if needed.

Where You’ll Work

You will work from the shipyard’s office alongside the other engineers, allowing technical questions to be discussed and resolved as the project develops.

Because the work requires regular coordination at the shipyard, fully remote work is not possible.

What You’ll Do

• Develop general arrangements, deck plans and space layouts in AutoCAD 2D.
• Prepare system and space descriptions for the vessel.
• Create foundation drawings for equipment and installations.
• Produce technical lists and fabrication and assembly drawings.
• Coordinate and monitor detailed engineering activities.
• Check that the technical information is complete and suitable for construction.
• Provide engineering support during the construction phase when requested.

What’s In It For You?

For Employment Candidates, You Can Expect:

• A salary that reflects your experience, knowledge, and responsibilities.
• A fixed-term contract for one year, providing you with stability from day one and the clear intention of continuing your career with the client afterwards.
• An attractive STIPP Plus pension scheme with a total contribution of 23.4%. You contribute 7.5%, while we cover the remaining 15.9%.
• 8% holiday allowance, paid annually in May.
• 40 vacation days per year, giving you plenty of time to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometer for your commute.
• Moving to the Netherlands? We'll support you throughout your relocation, including housing assistance, registration procedures and, where applicable, your 30% ruling application (tax benefit for expats).
• The opportunity to work on technically challenging projects where your expertise has a real impact on the final result.
• An international, English-speaking working environment where you'll collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Networking: life outside work also matters; that's why we enjoy spending time together through sports activities, team outings, our annual company party, and other social events throughout the year.

Freelancers are welcome to get in touch to discuss the project scope, availability, rate, and contract conditions.

Interested?

If your experience matches this Plans & Arrangements scope, send me your CV or contact me directly. I will be happy to discuss the project, the working setup and the employment or freelance options with you.

monica.barbulescu@multi.engineering

+31 6 86828755

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