Project Engineer

Join The Kingfish Company

At The Kingfish Company, we are pioneers in sustainable aquaculture and proud producers of premium-quality Yellowtail Kingfish. Operating one of the world's most advanced land-based Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS), we combine innovation, technology, and sustainability to produce seafood with minimal environmental impact.

As we continue to expand and optimize our operations, we are looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join our Technical Department and help shape the future of sustainable food production.

About the Role

As Project Engineer, you will be responsible for leading and delivering capital investment projects from concept through commissioning. You will work on equipment upgrades, facility modifications, and new installations across our state-of-the-art production facility.

This is a hands-on engineering role that combines project management, engineering design, supplier coordination, and commissioning activities. You will collaborate closely with operations, maintenance teams, contractors, and equipment suppliers to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and according to the highest technical standards

Key Responsibilities

Project Development & Engineering

• Translate operational and business needs into technical concepts and project scopes.
• Develop engineering designs, technical specifications, layouts, P&IDs, and engineering documentation.
• Select and specify mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control equipment.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities to ensure fully integrated solutions.

Project Management

• Manage projects from initiation to commissioning.
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers, and system integrators.
• Monitor scope, budget, timelines, and project risks.
• Provide regular project progress reporting.

Automation & Control Systems

• Collaborate with automation and controls specialists on PLC and SCADA modifications.
• Review, test, and validate control system changes and integration activities.

Execution & Commissioning

• Support procurement, installation, inspections, FAT/SAT testing, and commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and support performance optimization.
• Ensure complete project documentation and successful handover.

Maintenance & Operational Support

• Ensure new assets are correctly implemented within the CMMS system.
• Support maintenance teams with training and technical documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and future operational support.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all engineering activities comply with HSE requirements, applicable legislation, company standards, and engineering best practices.
• Promote safe, reliable, and maintainable engineering solutions throughout the project lifecycle

What are we looking for?

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project engineering, engineering design, or industrial project delivery.
• Proven experience managing projects from concept through commissioning.
• Experience within industrial, manufacturing, utility, process, food, or similar technical environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; Dutch is considered an advantage. [JD - Proje...gineer new | Word]

Technical Skills

• Experience with CAD software such as Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar.
• Familiarity with P&ID development and engineering documentation.
• Knowledge of PLC/SCADA systems is an advantage.
• NEN 3140 and/or VCA certification is considered beneficial

What we offer?

• The opportunity to work in one of the most innovative and sustainable aquaculture companies in the world.
• Challenging multidisciplinary engineering projects with real impact.
• A modern, high-tech production environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and ambitious team focused on innovation and continuous improvement.