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Production Engineer - Gentle Driving of Piles
Delft, The Netherlands, Zuid-HollandDelft, The Netherlands
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the world? Do you want to be part of disrupting the offshore wind installation industry? Do you like to roll up your sleeves, challenge the status-quo and get things working? Do you want to be part of developing an innovative technology into a new product? Then Ampelmann’s GDP-team might be looking for you!
About Gentle Driving of Piles (GDP)
GDP is a novel method for driving monopiles, the most common foundation for offshore wind turbines, into the seabed. The current installation methods have a number of drawbacks, especially the generation of loud noise that is impacting marine life. This impact to underwater life is becoming a large threat for the industry, as offshore wind needs upscaling in order to meet the ambitious energy transition targets, generating more noise. At the same time, societal push is forcing the noise regulations to become stricter.
The GDP-technology has the potential to relief the headache the industry is currently facing. Developed, patented, and successfully tested at the TU Delft, GDP is using high frequency vibrations to shake the piles in the ground rather than hammering them in. This eliminates the generation of excessive sound, causing no nuisance for marine life. The technology is now ready to be scaled up to commercial applications in a full-scale tool, to be developed and operated by Ampelmann. Read more about the GDP by clicking here.
About Ampelmann
Ampelmann makes offshore access as easy as crossing the street. Our drive is to make offshore operations safer, more efficient and have a great career in the meantime. We combine the challenges of a large globally operating company with a change-positive attitude and entrepreneurial spirit, hence our (2nd!) Loonshot team. This Loonshot-team operates as a small, start-up team, with the perks of having an established parent-company. Discover more about Loonshot team and Ampelmann by clicking here.
Your role as Production Engineer in the GDP-team
In this role, you will be responsible for the construction, assembly and testing of the subsequent generations of tools, from first test set-up and prototypes to a fully operational, certified ‘Gentle Driving of Piles’-shaker. The specifications for this tool are challenging to say the least, but the reward of success is more than spectacular: you can be part of revolutionizing the way we install future offshore wind farms.
Regular activities
About Gentle Driving of Piles (GDP)
GDP is a novel method for driving monopiles, the most common foundation for offshore wind turbines, into the seabed. The current installation methods have a number of drawbacks, especially the generation of loud noise that is impacting marine life. This impact to underwater life is becoming a large threat for the industry, as offshore wind needs upscaling in order to meet the ambitious energy transition targets, generating more noise. At the same time, societal push is forcing the noise regulations to become stricter.
The GDP-technology has the potential to relief the headache the industry is currently facing. Developed, patented, and successfully tested at the TU Delft, GDP is using high frequency vibrations to shake the piles in the ground rather than hammering them in. This eliminates the generation of excessive sound, causing no nuisance for marine life. The technology is now ready to be scaled up to commercial applications in a full-scale tool, to be developed and operated by Ampelmann. Read more about the GDP by clicking here.
About Ampelmann
Ampelmann makes offshore access as easy as crossing the street. Our drive is to make offshore operations safer, more efficient and have a great career in the meantime. We combine the challenges of a large globally operating company with a change-positive attitude and entrepreneurial spirit, hence our (2nd!) Loonshot team. This Loonshot-team operates as a small, start-up team, with the perks of having an established parent-company. Discover more about Loonshot team and Ampelmann by clicking here.
Your role as Production Engineer in the GDP-team
In this role, you will be responsible for the construction, assembly and testing of the subsequent generations of tools, from first test set-up and prototypes to a fully operational, certified ‘Gentle Driving of Piles’-shaker. The specifications for this tool are challenging to say the least, but the reward of success is more than spectacular: you can be part of revolutionizing the way we install future offshore wind farms.
Regular activities
- Prepare and coordinate the procurement, fabrication, assembly and commission of test set-ups and prototypes.
- Manage suppliers, e.g. discuss requirements, manage planning and progress, ensure product quality.
- Steer external engineering companies executing parts of your construction design scope.
- Supervise testing activities and support with basic trouble shooting assistance if required.
- Practice basic project management activities.
- Ensure workplace safety (for instance by initiating a HAZID in preparation phase).
We ask
- A result focused, practical Production Engineer that doesn’t shy away from a challenge. A can-do mentality and not afraid to roll-up their sleeves to get things done. A person that thrives in an environment where approach and process have not been defined yet.
- A creative, self-steering problem solver with excellent communication skills.
- BSc or MSc degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
- Basic knowledge of hydraulic systems, metalworking techniques and project management.
- 2 to 4 years of relevant working experience in relevant industry (e.g. machine or offshore equipment manufacturing/operating/maintenance).
- Experience in working in a product development processes, with an emphasis on fast iteration cycles, learning and lean/agile working methods.
You get
- A great work environment with innovative and change-willing aspirations.
- A chance to make an impact in a crucial position in this new product development. Your choices will be fundamental for the success of this new product.
- To be part of disrupting the offshore wind installation industry with the goal to accelerate the energy transition and reduce the impact on marine life.
- A gross monthly salary between EUR 3.862 – EUR 4.966 based on your experience.
- Great secondary benefits (e.g. Working from Home policy, non-contributory pension plan, unlimited vacation days).
- Ampelmann Academy for all your personal and professional development needs.
Still interested?
You can apply before 10 May 2024 by uploading your CV via the “Apply Now” button on our website. In the week after the closing date, we will let you know if you have been selected for the first interview round. If there is a match after the first interview, you will proceed to the second interview round. Still a match? Then we will offer you the job!
If you have any questions related to this vacancy, please contact recruitment@ampelmann.nl. Your contact person for this vacancy is Laura Popescu.
You can apply before 10 May 2024 by uploading your CV via the “Apply Now” button on our website. In the week after the closing date, we will let you know if you have been selected for the first interview round. If there is a match after the first interview, you will proceed to the second interview round. Still a match? Then we will offer you the job!
If you have any questions related to this vacancy, please contact recruitment@ampelmann.nl. Your contact person for this vacancy is Laura Popescu.