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Lead Engineer

Deme

Zwijndrecht
Posted on: March 30 2026
Summary

As a Lead Engineer you will play a key role in the preparation and execution of our offshore projects. You will collaborate with employees of different nationalities and disciplines and you will be located in one of our offices (HQ or Breda). We are currently looking for an experienced Lead Engineer who can manage (large) offshore cable installation projects, having both a strong engineering but also installation background. Together we work on DEME’s vision of creating a sustainable future.

Your responsibilities
  • Being responsible for the engineering, preparation and execution of our projects;

  • developing method statements for our works before we go execute them offshore;

  • reviewing and checking work from the engineering department;

  • reviewing detailed engineering reports, procedures, manuals and method statements;

  • developing work-packs for the preparatory phase of the project;

  • when on site, optimizing and implementing the method statements in practice and taking the Lead when necessary;

  • taking care of ad hoc needs of the project and actively respond to questions from the project management;

  • ensuring planning, reporting, budget control and cost monitoring.

Your profile
  • Bachelor / Master degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Dredging or Marine Engineering;

  • experience in offshore installation projects;

  • willingness to work abroad on our vessels or projects and in the office;

  • fluent in verbal and written English;

  • excellent team player and a good communicator.

Our offer
  • An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance;

  • a permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally;

  • a stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities;

  • a people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.

About Deme
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DEME

DEME is a world leader in the highly specialized fields of offshore energy, dredging, marine infrastructure, and environmental works. We also engage in concessions activities in offshore energy, maritime infrastructure, green hydrogen and deep sea mineral harvesting. With 150 years of experience and nearly 6,000 highly skilled professionals, we have built up a vast bank of knowledge and expertise which has allowed us to foster a pioneering approach throughout our history. This enables us to bring tailor-made solutions, innovation and new technologies to our customers’ projects, ensuring that they are performed safely, efficiently and cost-effectively.

  • Number of employees: 6,000+ highly skilled professionals worldwide.

  • Sectors: Dredging & Maritime Infrastructure, Offshore Energy (Wind/Oil & Gas), Environmental Remediation, and Infra (marine and civil).

  • Preferred educational level: MBO (Vocational) for crew/technical staff; HBO/WO (Bachelor/Master) for engineering, project management, and office roles.

  • Preferred education: Civil Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Dredging & Offshore Engineering, Maritime Science (Marof), or Environmental Science.

  • Career level: All levels, with dedicated programs for Students/Interns, Graduates (via "Career Days"), and Senior Professionals (Engineers, Managers, and Senior Officers).