Lead Engineer
DEME
Company Overview
DEME Group NV
Zwijndrecht, Netherlands
1991
Approximately 5,680 employees worldwide (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of approximately €3.3 billion in FY 2023 (source: deme-group.com).
What They Do
DEME Group NV is a leading contractor in offshore energy, dredging, marine infrastructure, and environmental remediation. The company was formed from the merger of two Belgian dredging companies in 1991, but its roots date back to 1852. DEME has expanded its activities from traditional dredging to offshore wind installations, environmental services, and concessions in green hydrogen and deep-sea minerals. With nearly 150 years of cumulative experience in the sector, DEME has developed innovative technologies, such as wave energy through its subsidiary DEME Blue Energy and subsea cable installations (source: deme-group.com).
Projects & Track Record
DEME has a strong track record with historical projects such as dredging 25 million m³ in the Westerschelde and installing the 580 km long NorNed HVDC cable. Recently, the company completed inter-array cables for various wind farms, including Rentel and Merkur, and contributed to the development of offshore wind projects in the US and Taiwan. In 2023, DEME achieved a record order book of €7.58 billion, representing a 22% increase, and expanded its total installed capacity in offshore wind to 14 GW, with over 1,200 MW of DEME's share (source: deme-group.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, DEME announced a revenue growth of 24% and an EBITDA increase of 26% to €596 million for 2023. The company also announced the acquisition of Havfram, a Norwegian offshore wind contractor, to strengthen its presence in the wind market. Additionally, DEME has introduced new vessels, such as the Viking Neptun and Green Jade, and is active in the US and Taiwan markets (source: deme-group.com).
Working at DEME
DEME offers a wide range of positions, from dredging to offshore energy and environmental remediation. The company has a strong focus on safety and innovation, with a culture that emphasizes teamwork and dedication. The organization is actively recruiting staff at its headquarters in Zwijndrecht and at global locations, with a workforce exceeding 5,600 employees. While specific benefits are not detailed, the 2023 annual report suggests that the company offers competitive employment conditions for highly skilled maritime and technical talents (source: deme-group.com).
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Job Description
As a Lead Engineer you will play a key role in the preparation and execution of our offshore projects. You will collaborate with employees of different nationalities and disciplines and you will be located in one of our offices (HQ or Breda). We are currently looking for an experienced Lead Engineer who can manage (large) offshore cable installation projects, having both a strong engineering but also installation background. Together we work on DEME's vision of creating a sustainable future.
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Offshore
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Operations
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Worldwide
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Being responsible for the engineering, preparation and execution of our projects;
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developing method statements for our works before we go execute them offshore;
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reviewing and checking work from the engineering department;
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reviewing detailed engineering reports, procedures, manuals and method statements;
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developing work-packs for the preparatory phase of the project;
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when on site, optimizing and implementing the method statements in practice and taking the Lead when necessary;
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taking care of ad hoc needs of the project and actively respond to questions from the project management;
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ensuring planning, reporting, budget control and cost monitoring.
Requirements
- Bachelor / Master degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Dredging or Marine Engineering;
- experience in offshore installation projects;
- willingness to work abroad on our vessels or projects and in the office;
- fluent in verbal and written English;
- excellent team player and a good communicator.
Offer
- An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance;
- a permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally;
- a stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities;
- a people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.
WHERE NEXT?
Excited? Ready to explore? Great! Here's what the next steps look like:
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Apply
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Invite
We'll review your application. If there's a match, you'll receive an invitation to meet with one of our recruiters.
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Meet us
Either at our HQ or virtually, we'll get to know each other better and discuss your opportunities together.
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Join our team
Where Next? Time to sign your contract and embark on your DEME journey!
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About the role
February 12, 2026
Full Time
Company
February 13, 2026
Hybrid
- Manchester, United Kingdom
Experienced
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