MechatronicsEngineer
Join Barge Master as an Equipment Engineer and play a key role in delivering cutting-edge offshore solutions. From planning and risk analysis to supervising offshore operations, you’ll manage the design, fabrication, and installation of BM-Feeder systems and Motion-Compensated Gangways. If you’re organised, technically skilled, and ready to take ownership of projects from start to finish, this is your chance to work on innovative offshore technology in a dynamic, growing company.
About Barge Master
Barge Master is a dynamic and growing company operating in the offshore wind industry. We specialise in the development of motion compensation solutions, including platforms, cranes, and gangways. Our innovative technologies empower our clients to overcome wave motion related challenges, ensuring minimal downtime and enabling them to maintain control over their operations and schedules. At Barge Master, we pride ourselves on being the “Downtime Doctors” – your trusted partner in optimizing safety, efficiency and productivity.
Job Description
As a Mechatronics Engineer at Barge Master your responsibilities will encompass mechanical design, integration, assembly and motion control design for large-scale offshore motion compensation machines. You will create concepts for efficient electric, hydraulic and mechanical designs. Collaborating with suppliers, you will review and modify design drawings, electrical diagrams and machine software. Additionally, you will lead testing activities during acceptance testing and commissioning, including drive and control functionalities. International travel to project sites is expected.
- Conceptualise and develop mechanical designs for offshore motion compensation machines or supporting structures;
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems into larger projects;
- Design and implement motion control systems, leveraging expertise in mechatronics and hydraulic systems;
- Conduct testing and troubleshooting to optimise system performance and reliability;
- Design and develop electrical systems for motion compensation solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards, internal and client specifications.
- Lead the development of designs that integrate battery technology in our systems.
- Oversee the implementation of electrical systems, conducting thorough testing and troubleshooting to ensure reliability and optimal performance.
- Work closely with suppliers and internal teams, including electrical engineers, software developers and project managers, to achieve project goals.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, ensuring alignment on project requirements and progress updates.
Of course, your job is not set in stone. You are encouraged to define for yourself which tasks are required to meet these responsibilities. The same holds for your development. We highly value your (career) development and encourage you to take the lead. You will develop yourself on-the-job, but you can also follow relevant workshops and/or training to acquire the knowledge and skills you are interested in or need in your job. Barge Master is a small team with a lot of opportunity to grow.
Your Profile
- Advanced degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics or robotics.
- 2-8 years of relevant work experience, with focus on mechatronics design and hydraulic systems (preferred).
- Proficiency in engineering tools, mechanical systems and drive & control systems.
- Experience with Finite Element Method (FEM) tools for simulations.
- Strong technical and organizational skills, with the ability to handle ad hoc tasks efficiently during commissioning.
- Full command of English (both written and verbal).
- Flexibility to travel internationally for project-related activities.
Working at Barge Master
At Barge Master, we work hard to deliver quality and finish our projects on time. We believe a stimulative company culture with enough room for fun motivates our people to do so. Our company is growing, and we want you to grow with it. That is why working at Barge Master also means:
- Working in the exciting offshore wind industry that contributes to the energy transition;
- An open, young and supportive working environment;
- A remuneration that reflects the responsibilities;
- Training through (inhouse) courses and on the job;
- Operating in a team but with large individual powers;
- A healthy and sustainable lunch, including a salad bar;
- Many company gatherings;
- A beautiful view of Rotterdam from our 12th floor;
- Travel abroad.
A glimpse into life at Barge Master
Apply now
If you recognise yourself in this position, you can apply by filling in the following form. In the week after the closing date we will be in contact with you in case if you have been selected for the first interview. If there is a match after the first interview, we will continue with a second interview and if it is still a match we will offer you the role.
If you wish to apply via email, you may always send a motivation letter and CV to recruitment@barge-master.com.
This vacancy is only for EU nationals and people currently working in the EU with a valid working permit.
Any questions? Get in contact
If you have any questions, or just want to talk about the vacancy – we’re always happy to help. Get in contact with Sarah, our HR Manager, using the details below.
