Senior Mechanical Project Engineer – Innovative Marine Propulsion

Description of our organization

For almost 60 years, VETUS has been an internationally operating developer, manufacturer and trading company, selling marine engines, generators, electrical motors and technical equipment for recreational craft and small commercial vessels. An important part of our philosophy is to offer innovation through design. We supply almost 4.000 technical products that are mostly designed or partly designed by the VETUS engineering team.

For our R&D department, we are looking for a:

Senior Mechanical Project Engineer – Innovative Marine Propulsion

Vetus is seeking a highly skilled and creative mechanical engineer to play a key role in the development of a revolutionary retractable propulsion system. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge marine technology, designing and engineering mechanical systems that seamlessly integrate into modern vessels.

We are looking for a pragmatic and hands-on engineer who thrives in an innovative environment, can manage projects from concept to market launch, and enjoys tackling complex mechanical challenges. The role requires strong expertise in mechanical design, kinematics, and system integration, along with the ability to collaborate with external development and production partners.

Your Role

• Lead the mechanical development of innovative marine propulsion solutions.
• Oversee the full product lifecycle, from concept, prototyping, and validation to production handover.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, external suppliers, and manufacturing partners.
• Ensure designs meet functional, reliability, and regulatory requirements.
• Support improvements and optimizations of existing Vetus products.
• Provide technical expertise to Sales, Service, and Marketing teams when required.

Your Profile

• HBO+ (Bachelor or higher) degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Strong background in mechanism design, motion systems, and structural analysis.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Experience with materials selection, machining, and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of marine, automotive, or industrial machinery is a strong advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a hands-on approach to testing and validation.
• Fluent in Dutch or English.

What we offer

• A full-time position in a dynamic, innovation-driven company with a flat organizational structure.
• The opportunity to develop groundbreaking marine propulsion technology.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment with direct impact on product success.
• Market-competitive salary and benefits.

Interested?

Send your CV and motivation letter as soon as possible to HR@vetus.com