Commissioning Engineer – Large Superyacht New Build

Europe | 12-Month land-based Contract | Immediate Start | Exceptional Rate of pay

A rare opportunity for an experienced Commissioning Engineer to join the final phase of a large and prestigious superyacht new build in Europe.

We are looking for a highly capable engineering professional who can step into the project during the final 12 months of construction and play a key role in commissioning, testing, troubleshooting and bringing complex onboard systems through to final operational readiness.

This is a senior, hands-on appointment and would suit an experienced Chief Engineer with an Unlimited CoC who has strong new-build, shipyard or extensive refit experience and is comfortable working within a complex, fast-paced yard environment - this is a time-pressure situation, people!

The Role

You will work closely with the Build Captain & Project Manager, shipyard, contractors, OEMs and onboard engineering department throughout the final stages of the project.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing and supporting commissioning of machinery, engineering and technical systems
• Witnessing testing, trials and system sign-offs
• Identifying and resolving technical issues during commissioning
• Managing snagging and ensuring defects are tracked through to completion
• Liaising closely with the shipyard, subcontractors, suppliers and equipment manufacturers
• Reviewing technical documentation and ensuring systems are delivered in line with specification
• Supporting harbour and sea trials
• Assisting with final handover and operational readiness of the yacht
• Ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to the exceptionally high standards expected of the project

The Candidate

We are looking for someone with:

• Chief Engineer Unlimited CoC – essential
• Significant large-yacht engineering experience
• Previous new-build experience or extensive shipyard/yard-period exposure – essential
• Strong commissioning and fault-finding ability
• Excellent technical judgement and practical engineering knowledge
• Confidence dealing with shipyards, contractors, OEMs and senior project stakeholders
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A calm, solutions-focused approach under pressure
• The ability to work collaboratively within an established build team

Contract

Duration: Final 12 months of the build
Start: ASAP
Location: Europe - Confidential
Rate: Exceptional
Right to work: European passport or unrestricted right to work in Europe is essential

This is an excellent opportunity to join a significant superyacht project at a critical stage of the build and see it through commissioning, trials and final delivery.