Material Engineer

We are Huisman. We develop step changing technical solutions and translate these into the design and construction of the largest onshore and offshore installations. For decades, we have been working all over the world for offshore wind, geothermal energy, oil & gas, leisure, civil and port logistics industries. With our passionate workforce and worldwide production, service & sales facilities we are equipped for impact in these times of energy transition.

We offer you a challenging position in an international organisation where innovation, quality, flexibility and creativity are key. As a Materials Scientist, you translate production methods into instructions for engineering so that designs are optimised for production. In addition, you will support the production departments with the technology, so that the designs can be produced efficiently at the required quality level. You will also collect, evaluate and discuss the (new) production methods at the various Huisman production locations and at subcontractors.

The projects of Huisman are large and complex and can amount to more than fifty million euros. We would also like to point out the other advantages of working at Huisman, such as the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking innovations, an excellent employment conditions package and regular drinks in our own bar. 

Personal development and education opportunities are part of the deal. We would also like to point out the other advantages of working at Huisman, such as the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking innovations, an excellent employment conditions package and regular drinks in our own bar.

As a Materials Engineer, you work with different materials and deal with their requirements and properties. You work closely with various stakeholders such as R&D, engineers, purchasers, quality controllers and the various production locations.

This means that you are responsible for: 

• Production technologies such as: cutting, cold and hot forming, fit-up, welding, surface treatments, painting, machining and assembly; 
• Research and implementation of new manufacturing techniques with a focus on welding technology; 
• Material selections such as steel (plate, forgings, castings, bolts, pipes, 3D prints), bronze, polymers and other suitable materials;
• Relevant requirements and properties of these materials (strength, toughness, chemical composition, delivery conditions, tolerances);

You are:

• Connective and communicative;
• Decisive;
• Proactive and curious;
• Results- and customer-oriented;
• Interested in new technologies;
• Willing to travel abroad occasionally;
• Able to define their own agenda, in line with Huisman's requirements;

You have:

• Completed higher professional education or university degree, preferably in materials science, mechanical engineering, aeronautical engineering or maritime engineering;Knowledge of different types of materials;
• Knowledge of different types of materials and welding techniques;
• Affinity with conducting experiments and collecting data;
• Eye for detail;
• Ability to adapt quickly to new requirements and set priorities;
• Broad interests;

• An EU passport/valid work permit for The Netherlands;
• A good command of the Dutch and English language verbally and in writing.

We design and produce in-house and deliver our turn-key products to clients worldwide. Our clients choose us for our entrepreneurial spirit, skills, reliability, and innovative solutions. Examples? Tub Mounted Cranes: Consider the world's largest Tub Mounted Cranes (2 x 10,000mt) we produced for Heerema. So, if you join Huisman make sure you are equipped for impact. In other words, surprise us, our clients and… yourself!

• An excellent benefits package tailored to your experience and education level;
• An international work environment;
• Various growth and development opportunities;
• Open, informal, no-nonsense culture with short communication lines.

Apply online for the position of Material Engineer by using the application form at the bottom of this page. We are curious to see what kind of impact you will make.

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