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About us

Damen Shipyards Group has been in operation for over ninety years and offers maritime solutions worldwide, through design, construction, conversion and repair of ships and ship components. By integrating systems, Damen creates innovative, high-quality platforms, which provide our customers with maximum added value.

The Group's core values are fellowship, craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and stewardship whereas its goal is to become the world's most sustainable shipbuilder, via digitalization, standardization and serial construction of its vessels and through use of circular materials.

Damen operates 35 shipyards and 20 other companies in 20 countries supported by a worldwide sales and service network. The Group delivers in the region of 100 vessels per year, with a total production value of over 3 billion euros and offers direct employment to approximately 12,500 people.

Since joining the Damen Shipyards Group in 1999, Damen Shipyards Galaţi, currently the group's top exporter of high-end complex vessels, has developed into a highly efficient production yard with significant output. Its expertise and closely managed supply chain have been behind some of Damen's most important deliveries to date, fully illustrating the group's diverse product portfolio.

The role

As a Planning Engineer, you will play a vital role in the management of complex shipbuilding projects. You will be responsible for planning and monitoring production activities, ensuring that all project phases are clearly defined, aligned, and completed on time.

This role involves close collaboration with project managers, internal departments, and external partners to maintain clear visibility of project progress, quickly identifying any deviations and proposing effective solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop professionally within an international, innovative, and high-performance environment.

Key accountabilities

• Create and regularly update detailed ship construction schedules using Primavera P6 and the shipyard's ERP system.
• Monitor project progress and provide accurate, timely reports to management.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Design, Production, and Procurement teams to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Analyze resource usage and identify deviations from the plan, proposing corrective actions.
• Support project teams by providing reliable information on production, procurement, and delivery milestones.
• Develop scenarios and planning reports for current and future projects.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, quality standards, and health & safety regulations.

Skills & experience

• University degree in engineering, preferably in shipbuilding or a related technical field.
• Experience in planning and monitoring production processes, ideally within shipbuilding or other complex industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of Primavera P6, MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), AutoCAD, and ERP systems.
• Good understanding of shipbuilding processes, production flow, and planning strategies.
• Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage complex data.
• Intermediate level of English, written and spoken.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work across diverse teams.
• Flexibility and problem-solving orientation, with the ability to adapt to changes.

What we offer

• The opportunity to work in a global leader in the shipbuilding industry.
• Exposure to challenging and innovative projects with international impact.
• A professional, collaborative, and supportive work environment.
• Continuous professional development through trainings and workshops.
• Competitive salary package and additional benefits.

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