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Entry-level HVAC Engineer

Damen

Gorinchem
Full Time
Posted on: March 31 2026

We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.

The successful candidate will become an integral part of the MARINE HVAC DESIGN team and will support our ongoing projects. We are looking for a recently graduate in marine engineering or similar fields for a full-time position.

EXPERIENCE: 0+ YEARS

JOB AREA: HVAC Engineer

Job Description

The position requires knowledge in one of the following areas:

  • Marine engineering
  • Energy Saving
  • Refrigeration Cycle
  • Thermodynamics
     

Additional skills will be a plus during the candidate selection:

  • HVAC equipment sizing
  • Single Line Diagrams
  • Chilled & Hot Water diagrams
  • AC Rooms arrangements
  • HVAC trunk studies
     

MARINE HVAC DESIGN offers excellent mentorship for entry-level engineers with opportunities for developing a wide range of skills within the graduates chosen field.

Qualifications
  • A bachelor’s degree in engineering
  • Proficiency to work in a team environment with rapidly changing priorities and perform multiple tasks with critical concurrent deadlines
  • Fluent in English
  • Self-motivated in anticipating, identifying, and taking action on potential issues and problems
  • Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
  • Able to think independently and formulate conclusions consistent with the company’s high standards
  • Demonstrated high level of accountability, integrity and ethics in the performance of assigned tasks
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD
We have over 30 years’ experience in the design of HVAC systems.

MARINE HVAC DESIGN & KNUD E. HANSEN provides design & engineering on new builds, refits and conversions. Our designs can be found in all corners of the globe and on a wide variety of vessel types including aircraft carriers, large cruise ships, and offshore platform & support vessels. MARINE HVAC DESIGN is part of KNUD E. HANSEN.

We offer

At MARINE HVAC DESIGN – KNUD E HANSEN, the top priority is having a hard-working, energetic staff who can live up to the demanding expectations from our customers in the marine and offshore industry. We have a full-time staff of about 90 individuals, representing many nationalities and technical backgrounds. We take pride in fostering a fun and challenging work environment that provides every team member with a chance to develop their career through role diversity, training in the latest software applications, and opportunities for advancement.

KNUD E. HANSEN is a leading independent consultancy providing a comprehensive range of design, engineering and project management services to shipyards and ship owners around the world. Our innovative, customised solutions cover areas ranging from the building and conversion of all types of maritime vessels and offshore structures to energy optimisation and services for the offshore wind industry. KNUD E. HANSEN was founded in 1937 in Denmark. More than 800 vessels have been built to our designs.


Recruiter:

Maia Legind-Hansen

Email:

MDH@knudehansen.com

Please apply through the Apply Button. Due to GDPR reasons we cannot accept applications by email.

About Damen
Damen logo

Working at Damen: building the future of the maritime world
Do you want to work in the maritime sector and contribute to meaningful work? At Damen, you work together on ships and solutions that matter, built to last.

About Damen as an employer
Damen is an international family-owned company with strong roots in the Netherlands. With more than 12,000 colleagues worldwide, we have been building all kinds of ships and maritime solutions for generations, from workboats to naval vessels and innovative solutions for offshore and energy. We take a long-term view and work together on solutions that not only work today, but also for future generations.

Building craftsmanship together
You can see this in how we work. We keep communication simple and direct, and you have the space to take ownership. Your ideas are taken seriously, and craftsmanship is at the center of what we do. Whether you work in engineering, shipbuilding, offshore, or in the office, you help build solutions where quality and pride are key.

Working on solutions that last
The maritime sector is changing fast. That is why Damen invests in innovation and sustainability. You work on projects that really matter, such as:

  • sustainable ship designs and alternative fuels

  • smart and digital solutions for ships and processes

  • projects that support safety, logistics, and energy supply

What you build has real impact and is made to last.

Room to grow
At Damen, you get the space to grow and take initiative. Whether you are just starting or already experienced, you work in an environment where people share knowledge and learn from each other. You grow in your role and take on more responsibility.

You can count on:

  • many opportunities to learn and develop

  • projects with an international focus

  • an environment where your ideas are taken seriously

What Damen offers you
Working at Damen means working on projects that matter, in an environment where you are part of something bigger.

You can count on:

  • a stable company with international impact

  • a down-to-earth and friendly working culture

  • challenging work in the maritime sector

  • an organization that looks ahead, for you and for the projects you work on

Why Damen?
Because you work on ships and solutions you can be proud of, with a team that supports each other and builds results that last.

Ready to come on board?
Discover your opportunities and experience what it is like to work at Damen.

Facts about

  • Number of employees: 9.000+

  • Sector: Yacht building, Marine Energy, Maritime, Offshore, Shipbuilding & repair

  • Preferred educational level: Vmbo, Mbo, Hbo, Wo bachelor, Wo master

  • Career level: Student, Starter (< 3 years), Young professional (3-5 years), Professional (5-10 years), Senior professional (>10 years)

  • Preferred education: Engineering (Maritime, Mechanical, Electrical), Shipbuilding, Supply Chain & Logistics, and Business & Support functions (e.g. Finance, HR, IT, Marketing)

  • Open vacancies: Check career.damen.com