Senior Mechanical Equipment Engineer

Senior Mechanical Equipment Engineer – Rotating & Marine Equipment Specialist
 
Are you a seasoned Mechanical Equipment Engineer ready to make a tangible impact in a dynamic EPC environment?

Join our clients team in Rotterdam as a Senior Mechanical Equipment Engineer, where your expertise in rotating and marine equipment will be pivotal in delivering innovative, safe, and sustainable engineering solutions that drive project success and shape the future of our organization.
 
In this hands-on role, you will lead the technical engineering efforts for complex mechanical systems, ensuring designs meet rigorous international codes and industry standards.
 
You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with vendors, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize performance, reliability, and safety—contributing directly to the strategic objectives of our projects. This position is ideal for professionals who thrive in a technical capacity rather than a purely leadership role, combining practical application with strategic oversight.
 
Required Skills:

• Proven expertise in mechanical engineering of rotating and/or marine equipment (static equipment experience is not suitable)
• Strong background in engineering design, calculations, and concept development
• Proficiency with mechanical static equipment and package engineering processes
• Hands-on experience with inspection, testing, commissioning, and monitoring of mechanical systems
• Solid understanding of systems engineering, reliability, operability, and safety analysis
• Effective coordination with vendors, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to deliver projects within agreed timelines and budgets while ensuring compliance with contractual and company requirements

 Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience acting as a Discipline Lead or Package Engineer with technical responsibility
• Familiarity with industry-specific engineering software tools
• Insight into sustainability practices and integration into mechanical design
• Knowledge of marine-specific standards and regulations

 Preferred Education and Experience:

• Engineer Diploma or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant discipline
• Minimum 8 years of mechanical engineering experience, ideally 5 to 10 years within Oil & Gas or EPC projects
• Extensive background working within the Rotterdam area or Netherlands, with residency in NL preferred

 Other Requirements:

• Must be able to work onsite in Rotterdam three days a week, with the option to work remotely two days a week
• Immediate start or availability within 2-3 months for multiple openings
• Commitment to compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to the role

 
If you’re ready to take the next step in your engineering career and be a key contributor to pioneering mechanical equipment projects, apply now to join our team and help us build a safer, more reliable, and sustainable future

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.