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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
At DEME Offshore, we empower you to chart your own career journey. As a Lead Engineer Offshore Wind, you will take a key role in preparing and executing pioneering offshore wind installation projects around the world. You will turn ideas into action, translate engineering into safe and reliable offshore operations, and help deliver the renewable energy infrastructure of tomorrow.
This is your opportunity to grow, take ownership, and make a real impact, supported by lifelong learning, a team that lifts each other up, and a shared mission to build a sustainable future.
- Drive the engineering, preparation, and execution of our offshore wind installation projects.
- Develop detailed method statements to ensure safe and efficient operations offshore.
- At sea or onshore, you will proudly lead by example. Delivering innovative solutions, safeguarding safety, and staying focused on results.
- Review and validate Orcaflex analyses performed by the engineering team.
- Review engineering reports, procedures, manuals, and method statements.
- Prepare work packs for project execution.
- Translate theory into practice on site, optimizing and leading operations when needed.
- Support the project with ad-hoc operational needs and respond to project management queries.
- Ensure planning, reporting, cost management and budget follow-up.
- At sea or onshore, you will proudly lead by example. Delivering innovative solutions, safeguarding safety, and staying focused on results.
Requirements
- Bachelor / Master degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Offshore or Marine Engineering;
- Experience in the area of subsea cable installation or offshore wind 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.
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About the role
May 31, 2026
Full time
Company
- Vlissingen, the Netherlands
Bachelor's degree with experience in offshore wind installation projects
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