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Join our family.\nAbout us\nHop aboard Damen Naval; the naval division of the family-owned Damen Shipyards Group, where 12,000 professionals work worldwide. Damen Naval delivers advanced naval vessels to clients all over the globe. By implementing the most innovative technological developments in practice, we continue to push the boundaries of the shipbuilding industry. You can be part of our team! Are you ready for duty?\nThe role\nCurrently, we are seeking a Robotics/Mechatronics Engineer to strengthen our Research, Development & Innovation department. In this role, you will contribute to the development, integration, testing, and validation of advanced autonomous and automated systems for maritime applications.\nYou will work on innovative solutions for autonomous navigation, obstacle detection and avoidance, decision-making, situational awareness, and communication. Using technologies such as machine learning, computer vision, radar, lidar, sonar, and camera systems, you will help ensure that autonomous platforms can operate reliably and safely in complex maritime environments.\nKey accountabilities\nIn this role, your responsibilities will include:\nDesign autonomous above-water and underwater systems that can operate effectively and safely in maritime environments.\nIntegrate and refine algorithms for autonomous navigation, obstacle detection and avoidance, and decision-making, using machine learning and computer vision techniques.\nIntegrate sensors such as radar, lidar, sonar, and cameras to support navigation and situational awareness.\nConduct testing, simulations, and validation activities to assess the safety, reliability, and performance of autonomous systems under different conditions.\nEnsure compliance with applicable maritime regulations and standards for autonomous systems.\nAnalyse and resolve technical challenges that arise during the development, integration, and deployment of autonomous systems.\nSkills & experience\nWe are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:\nMaster’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics or another relevant technical discipline, combined with at least three to five years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree combined with at least five to seven years of relevant experience.\nStrong knowledge of autonomous-system concepts, technologies, and engineering practices.\nExperience in the development and integration of autonomous systems, preferably within a Defence / maritime environment.\nAffinity with software development and programming, preferably using Python, C++, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar engineering tools.\nFamiliarity with one or more of the following areas:Mechatronic systems\nRobotics and autonomous systems\nAutomation and control systems\nSensor integration and data processing\nNavigation and guidance systems\nSystem engineering\nModelling and simulation\nVerification and validation\n\nKnowledge of technologies related to autonomous navigation, sensor integration, machine learning, computer vision, and communication systems.\nA proactive and hands-on approach, combined with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nExcellent antecedents as a pre-employment security screening are a standard part of the recruitment procedure\nWhat we offer\nAt Damen Naval, we highly value our employees, and we will support your professional and personal development. We also provide our employees with:\nA competitive salary and 8% holiday pay.\n27 holidays and 13 ADV days.\nTravel allowance of 23 cents per kilometre.\nPME-pension arrangement with an employer contribution of 60%.\nProfit sharing based on company results.\nFlexibility to work from home up to two days a week.\nAdditional benefits including a bicycle plan and company fitness.\nApplication & information\nAre you interested in this position, please submit your application with your CV and cover letter, along with an indication of:\nYour (preferred) monthly gross salary based on fulltime work.\nAvailability (fulltime / part-time / number of hours).\nNotice period / possible starting date.\nWould you like to learn more about Damen Naval? Visit the Damen Naval website for more information and explore current Damen Naval vacancies via our job portal. 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