Innovation Support Team Lead Mechanical Engineering

We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Innovation Team Lead to join our Technology Commissioning & Implementation Group - Mechanical division.  

As Team lead, you spearhead innovative projects, drive technological advancements, and lead a team of talented engineers. You are part of a 3rd line support system.  

At Fugro, our technology is essential to gather collect the accurate Geo-data our clients expect from us. You work on the mechanical aspects of that equipment that operate in extreme conditions, such as large water depths and harsh environments. The products vary from geotechnical measuring instruments to fully independent underwater robots. 

You are pivotal in shaping the future of our mechanical engineering solutions and ensuring our competitive edge in the industry.  

Your role  

• You lead the mechanical innovation support team, fostering creativity and collaboration;

• You provide technical guidance for technology development, testing and implementation and support of systems or equipment;

• Offer conceptual input in technical discussions and align with business objectives; 

• Mentor and develop team members; 

• Document and demonstrate solutions using Fugro’ s standard tools; 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and product managers to integrate and support new and existing technologies.  

Your track record

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering; 

• You have relevant experience, and soft skills, to lead a technical team; 

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience as a design engineer/constructor; 

• Proficiency in 3D CAD systems, preferably Creo (Pro-Engineer) & Windchill PLM; 

• Self-driven attitude with a practical mindset and an appetite for learning new skills; 

• Fluent command of the English language; 

• Excellent problem-solving skills and a creative mindset; 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; 

• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations; 

• Familiarity with Geotechnical equipment is an advantage; 

• Willing to travel on board vessels on occasional basis.

What Fugro offers

• A competitive salary;

• 29 holidays per year based on a fulltime employment (of which 4 are appointed by Fugro management) and the possibility to purchase 12 additional days;

• Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally;

• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies;

• Commuting allowance;

• Modern pension scheme;

• Collective health insurance;

• Possibility to register with our corporate fitness plan;

• Coaching options through our EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Are you interested?

Please visit our Company Page to find out more on what it is like to work at Fugro.

For further information, please contact Bram van der Ploeg, Talent Acquisition Partner, +31 6 3458 0051.

After you have applied

• You will receive an automated confirmation-email of the receipt of your application;

• When we see a match, we will invite you for the first interview within a couple of days. Of course, you will also receive a message if we will not invite you;

• after a successful first round, you will be invited for the second round;

• If we are both still positive after the second interview, we will make you an offer, and with that we hope to welcome you at Fugro!