Are you a technical talent with a passion for electrical propulsion systems and the maritime industry? Do you thrive on managing complex projects and interacting with clients worldwide? If you possess a strong technical background and are ready to drive forward innovative solutions, we are looking for you!

On behalf of Praxis Automation Technology BV, MARPRO Group is currently seeking an Project Engineer Electrical Propulsion to join their engineering team.

Whether you are a recent Master's graduate eager to apply your knowledge or a seasoned professional looking for a new challenge, Praxis Automation Technology offers a dynamic environment where you can make a real impact in the field of maritime electrical propulsion.

The job

As an Project Engineer Electrical Propulsion, you will be a key member of the engineering team responsible for delivering Praxis Automation’s electrical propulsion systems. Your role involves engineering and managing projects from initial customer specification through to delivery and sea trials. You will serve as an important link between Praxis Automation Technology and its international customers. You will address technical and logistical challenges that may arise during projects, working closely with the customer and internal departments. Your work involves daily interaction with colleagues across various departments, including sales, design, production, and test. You will report to the project engineering manager.

 You will report to the E-Propulsion Team Leader.

Additional responsibilities

• Project management and engineering specifically for electrical propulsion systems, from customer specification to delivery and sea trials.
• Communicating with international clients about project-specific details for propulsion systems.
• Addressing challenges that may occur during electrical propulsion projects in close collaboration with the customer.
• Generating project-specific documentation such as design drawings and protocols for propulsion systems.
• Hardware and software configuration and testing for electrical propulsion systems.
• Organizing Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) approval with the Classification Society and the customer.
• Commissioning of electrical propulsion systems, on-site or remotely.
• Providing After Sales and Customer Support for electrical propulsion systems.
• Supporting the development of our products in all aspects, contributing feedback from project implementation.
• Occasional (inter)national travel to customer locations and shipyards for project meetings, FATs, and commissioning

Personal characteristics

• You have a Master's degree (MSc) in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering, or a related technical field. Alternatively, you have a Bachelor's degree (BSc) in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering, or a related technical field, combined with relevant work experience. For candidates with an MSc, relevant experience is a plus, but starters are also welcome.
• You have affinity with automation systems, particularly electrical propulsion systems and their control (e.g., PLC programming).
• Ability to travel abroad regularly for work.
• Good command of the English language, both verbally and in writing, is required.
• You are customer-oriented.
• You have good analytical skills and a problem-solving approach.
• You are a team player with a positive attitude.
• You have driver’s license B.
• You are a technical talent with a love for technology and ships.
• You are able to work independently, especially during international travel and on-site work.
• You are flexible and solution-oriented, capable of handling challenges in a dynamic environment.
• You have strong communication skills to interact effectively with colleagues, clients, and partners.

Our client offers

• A very dynamic, flexible, international, and informal working environment.
• Enthusiastic colleagues who are always ready to help you.
• Being part of an innovative high-tech company specializing in maritime automation and propulsion systems.
• A market-based salary and good secondary employment package.
• Opportunities for personal development and training.
• Pension scheme.
• Travel allowance.
• Holiday allowance.

Prospect of a permanent contract.

Application

The application process is handled by MARPRO. If you have any questions to this position, please contact MARPRO at +31 6 13 14 10 48.

If you are interested in the position, please upload a motivated application and an updated CV via the application button. You will receive a confirmation email from us. Please check your spam folder, if you have not received the confirmation within 10 minutes after applying, to ensure future communication.

About Praxis Automation Systems BV:
Your guide to ship automation and navigation”, with this motto Praxis Automation Technology develops, produces and supply innovative Automation and Navigation Systems for all types of seagoing vessels. Praxis Automation Technology was founded in 1965 and ever since it is an international leading company in ship automation, navigation and hybrid propulsion. More information: www.praxis-automation.nl