Vlissingen
1 week ago
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Innovation Lead - Electrical & Automation

Damen

Innovation Lead - Electrical & Automation

Damen Naval is seeking an Innovation Lead - Electrical & Automation in Vlissingen, Netherlands. The role drives technological innovation and product development in marine and electrical engineering, requiring extensive experience in naval engineering and a master's or bachelor's degree with 10-15 years of relevant experience.

HybridFull-timeSeniorNaval EngineeringElectrical Engineering

Salary

Not specified

Work Location

Vlissingen, Zeeland, Netherlands, NL

Work Model

On-site, with flexibility to work from home up to two days a week

Experience Required

15 years

Employment Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Master degree with at least 10–12 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor degree with at least 12–15 years of relevant experience

Core Qualifications

Technical (Must-have)
Naval engineeringElectrical engineeringResearch and developmentInnovationMarine engineeringRegulations and standardsComplianceResearch and development software toolsAnalytical skillsProblem-solvingPlanningOrganizational skillsStakeholder managementEnglish language
Soft Skills
ProactiveInnovative mindsetCollaborationKnowledge sharing

Preferred Qualifications

Technical (Nice-to-have)
Dutch language

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and drive innovation roadmaps for the marine and electrical engineering domain, including defining objectives, priorities, and timelines.
  • Monitor emerging technologies and industry trends within marine and electrical engineering and assess their potential impact on naval products and operations.
  • Collaborate with internal technical specialists and cross-functional teams to stimulate innovation, knowledge sharing, and technology integration.
  • Provide hands-on technical expertise and guidance within product development and innovation projects.
  • Lead and oversee research and development activities, including prototype development, testing, and validation of innovative solutions.
  • Support the implementation and integration of new technologies, ensuring compliance with applicable naval regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements.
  • Manage innovation initiatives from concept to execution, including risk management, resource coordination, timeline monitoring, and performance evaluation.
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