NAV-COM Systems Designer
About the job
- Higher technical education in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electronics, Marine Systems, or a similar field.
- Experience in an independent designer role for marine navigation and communication systems and other ship electrical systems.
- Knowledge of marine navigation and communication equipment and other ship electrical systems.
- Knowledge of programmable logic controller and human-machine interface-based control systems.
- Experience selecting components for navigation and communication systems and other ship electrical systems.
- Very good knowledge of AutoCAD, EPLAN, and Microsoft Office.
- Good command of English.
- Design navigation and communication systems for superyachts.
- Design information technology systems and intelligent control systems (Domotic) for superyachts.
- Design general ship electrical systems.
- Conduct cross-disciplinary technical coordination with clients and system suppliers.
- Select technical solutions and materials.
- Prepare bills of materials.
- Prepare requests for quotation for system or component supply.
- Verify documentation of ordered systems and coordinate them with other yacht systems.
- Prepare technical documentation, technical descriptions, and automation input/output lists.
- Provide design supervision during yacht construction.
- Participate in tests, trials, and technical inspections when required.
- Prepare as-built documentation and user manuals.
About the company
Sunreef Yachts designs and builds luxury sailing catamarans, motor yachts and multihull superyachts for private owners around the world. Its boats use two or more hulls to create wide living areas, with layouts and interiors tailored to each customer's plans for private cruising or charter use. The range spans sailing vessels and power models, including Eco catamarans designed for electric cruising and the ULTIMA line of performance boats. The business earns revenue from yacht construction, with owners working with its designers to choose the arrangement and finishes of their vessels. Founded in 2002, Sunreef Yachts is headquartered in Gdansk, Poland.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Gdańsk, Poland
Founded
2002
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- UAE production is delivering boats: July 2026 brought the launch of another ULTIMA 88, SUE ROSSO.
- Manufacturing spans disciplines: Gdansk combines composites, carpentry, upholstery and painting with mechanical, electrical and electronic services.
- Travel support is listed: the full-time Ras Al Khaimah Boat Builder role includes an annual ticket.
What critics are saying
- Production remains craft intensive: Sunreef says shipyard craftsmen perform upholstery and woodwork manually.
- Junior titles demand experience: Ras Al Khaimah's Junior Project Manager posting requires four to six relevant years.
- Engineering work is site based: Ras Al Khaimah's autonomy lead role includes sea trials and excludes remote work.
What makes Sunreef Yachts unique
- Solar technology stays in-house: Sunreef designs and manufactures panels integrated into yacht hulls, superstructures and masts.
- Composite choices extend beyond fiberglass: Sunreef uses basalt and flax materials in Eco yacht construction.
- Yacht software is developed internally: Sunreef WETRA connects navigation, energy management and technical monitoring.
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