Lead Assembly Engineer Location India

SolarDuck is a Dutch-Norwegian company that is pioneering the technology to bring solar PV to the seas, and we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.

As a spin-off of Damen Shipyards, a leading Dutch shipbuilder, SolarDuck was founded in 2019 by a team of experienced entrepreneurs from the maritime industry. We are headquartered in the Netherlands (Rotterdam) and have a growing international presence with offices in Norway, Japan and India.

Our vision is to Electrify the World with Offshore Floating Solar, and we have developed a unique technology to bring solar PV offshore. Thereby we enable access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and independent energy for energy consumers around the world.

To build our team in India, we might be looking for you! If you are curious to find new solutions, like to develop speed in what you do, are a trustworthy person driven to make impact we would like to get in touch. With your leadership and expertise, you’ll help us accelerate the growth of offshore floating solar energy by deploying over 1 GW every year from 2030.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and experienced Lead Engineer Assembly engineering. As the Lead Assembly Engineer, you will be responsible for guiding and managing a talented and multidisciplinary team. As a leader, you should be able to inspire and coach your team, driving them towards success and excellence. You have a helicopter view of your discipline, steering and aligning the team on the best course of action to help us achieve the best designs and analyses within project constraints. You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You will work closely with the project manager, the lead engineers of the other disciplines and the Lead engineers abroad. The Lead Assembly Engineer reports to the Engineering Head in India.

• Lead the Assembly engineering team (~5 engineers) and oversee the engineering, manufacturing, transportation and assembly aspects for the complete offshore floating solar platforms.
• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and clients while maintaining a professional demeanour knowing when to contribute and when to defer and articulating complex ideas in a clear and concise manner.
• Process mapping and implementation of lean.
• Provide technical guidance to the team with an optimized overview for scope, time and cost from assembly. Align with the other disciplines to ensure a balanced design is achieved that complies with all requirements.
• Lead and define the scope and requirements of work packages within projects, flag and address key risks and interfaces to ensure successful project delivery.
• Review, approve and contribute to engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Ensure that all design and integration processes comply with rigorous internal, client, certification, regulatory requirements, QHSE and industry standards.
• Collaborate closely with the project manager and other lead engineers on delivering scopes of work on time and within budget.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and failure mode analyses.
• Be up to date regarding prior art and new developments in our wider network of suppliers and industry.

• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering.
• 7+ years of relevant engineering experience in fields of car/aircraft manufacturing, as large mechanical equipment design.
• Experience with the car/aircraft manufacturing industry is a pre.
• Have a solid knowledge of mechanical engineering, calculation methods and standards.
• Have experience working with a multitude of different assembly engineering applications and companies touching on a majority of relevant aspects in this field.
• Experience with estimating and simulating time consumption of production processes.
• Experience with creating engineering drawings.
• Experience with PDM systems.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

• Strong helicopter view in combination with an analytical mind to evaluate concepts.
• Solution-driven and hands-on mindset and be able to work in a structured manner in a scale-up environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Startup mentality: enthusiastic, independent, getting things done and continuous improvement.
• Proven leadership skills and experience leading engineering teams.
• The ability to build and develop high-performing teams through effective communication, collaboration, and leadership.

Looking for a career with a greater purpose? Join SolarDuck, a fast-growing, mission-driven team that is dedicated to bringing offshore floating solar to the world. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our remarkable team of professionals who share knowledge and work collaboratively to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.

As part of our company, you will be at the forefront of an exciting and new market, with endless opportunities to innovate, learn, and grow. You will be encouraged to bring your creativity and expertise to the table, developing new solutions and strategies to make the desired impact.

At SolarDuck, we are committed to investing in your personal and professional growth through on-the-job learning opportunities and structured training and development programs. Additionally, we offer an attractive compensation package, including a share certificate program and a competitive salary. We believe in the power of diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.

Do you recognize yourself in this profile? Do not hesitate and apply today to join our team and help us achieve our mission using offshore floating solar energy!