Technical Manager Yachting

Eekels | TBI is seeking a Technical Manager for the Yachting business unit to strengthen the Engineering department's project teams (based in Zaandam). We are looking for a Technical Manager with proven electrical expertise, who is self-reliant, and who takes technical responsibility from start to finish.

You will be responsible for the technical implementation of the project. You will plan and manage the project's engineering team. Together with your team, you will oversee the engineering of the systems supplied by Eekels and the full integration of third-party systems onboard superyachts. This process begins with functional designs and culminates in commissioning protocols and "as-built" documentation upon delivery. You will validate and verify the design to ensure it meets regulations and customer requirements within the current scope of delivery.

In addition to the project team, you'll work closely with other Eekels business units contributing to the project, including panel building, automation, lighting, and AV/IT.

What is expected of you?

• Together with the project manager and operational manager, you will lead and be part of a project team for the new construction of a yacht;
• Technical responsibility and ownership of systems from functional design to commissioning and aftercare;
• Timely and correct engineering, delivery of systems supplied by other Eekels business units such as lighting, automation and power systems;
• Planning and monitoring progress of engineering;
• Checking and validating the generated work for regulations, customer requirements and costs;
• You are familiar with the systems on board ships and the associated engineering and implementation challenges;
• Supervising the preparation of commissioning protocols;
• Initiating, maintaining changes and ensuring timely processing of revision work;
• Coordination with customers and third parties for third-party systems from third-party suppliers for integration with alarm monitoring and control, as well as other systems on board;
• Ensure clear communication within the project team and our client;
• You report operationally to the project manager and hierarchically to the Manager Engineering.

The Yachting Business Unit is one of the largest electrical system integrators in the Dutch yacht building industry, operating in the top segment of the Dutch yacht industry. As a system integrator, we are present from start to finish, installing and connecting our custom-designed systems. This includes everything from energy supply to yacht steering, and every conceivable technological experience on board.

You'll be working on the most challenging projects related to experience, where sustainability is becoming increasingly important. For this reason, yacht building is a sector within shipbuilding that leads the way in many areas of (electrical) technology. We develop products and systems for the energy transition, contributing to a more sustainable world. In yacht building, this means battery systems, energy recovery, and opportunities for connecting various types of renewable energy sources.

We have an open, informal work environment where we value each other. Eekels is part of TBI, a steward-owned parent company that contributes to various social goals.

Do you recognize yourself in this profile?

• Bachelor/master level and knowledge and a strong affinity with electrical engineering;
• Several years of relevant experience preferably in shipbuilding;
• Systematic, assertive employee with strong analytical skills who is results-oriented;
• Being able to work well with others and having good communication skills;
• A good command of the Dutch and English language.

At Eekels Technology we offer a wide range of attractive employment conditions.

• Collective labor agreement : the collective labor agreement for Technical Installation Companies applies to you.
• Attractive salary: appropriate to your position, knowledge and experience.
• A generous number of vacation days : 25 vacation days and 13 ADV days on a full-time basis (depending on your age, this is supplemented with extra senior days).
• Attractive compensation and benefits : including above-average travel and overtime compensation and work from home arrangement.
• Profit sharing scheme : share in the success of our company and also our profits!
• Collective pension scheme : via the “Metal and Technology Pension Fund”.
• Study grant for your child(ren) : via the TBI Study Fund Foundation, which contributes to the future of your (bonus) child(ren).
• Stimulating your health : through our annual (sports) activities calendar.
• Tax benefits : for the purchase of a bicycle or a gym membership.
• Your craftsmanship : our learning culture keeps you sharp in your field and broadens your knowledge.
• Active staff association : various organised (sports) activities with colleagues throughout the year (usually also for your partner or child(ren)!).
• Pleasant working environment : with a good working atmosphere and colleagues who make you happy.
• Interesting projects : working on prestigious, technical projects and products with a sustainable impact that you can be proud of.
• Staff discounts : with great discounts on fashion, electronics, home furnishings, days out, insurance and more.
• Personal and professional development: plenty of room to grow and progress.
• Resources : good tools and (digital) resources are half the job. We provide the resources to enable you to perform your job well.
• TBI Holdings: behind our organization is a financially strong parent company with approximately 20 subsidiaries.

Does this sound like your ideal challenge? Apply now and discover what Eekels can do for you!