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Deerns

Global engineering consulting for building systems

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Building Services EngineeringUpdated on Nov 15
Full-timeThe Hague, NetherlandsNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Completed mbo, hbo, or wo education in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a comparable technical field; applicants with an mbo background and substantial relevant design-side work experience are also encouraged to apply.
  • Several years of experience in the built environment, preferably in a design or engineering role.
  • A sound technical foundation and understanding of the design and execution process.
  • Strong written and spoken communication skills in Dutch and good command of English.
  • A structured and careful approach, with attention to quality and planning.
  • Ability to work collaboratively, independently, and as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in, or willingness to develop proficiency in, common tools and systems including Microsoft 365, AutoCAD, Revit, and design and calculation software.

Responsibilities

  • Independently design and advise on complex mechanical installations for airport projects, translating designs from sketches to technical specifications using AutoCAD and BIM; set up BIM structures and guide and correct junior colleagues.
  • Contribute substantively to concept development and translate design principles into feasible, integrated solutions.
  • Perform and check calculations and review the work of engineers and technicians.
  • Coordinate technical choices and constraints with project leaders, designers, other disciplines, and external parties.
  • Identify risks and deviations in quality, schedule, and budget and proactively address them within the project team.
  • Guide, coach, and provide technical support to junior engineers on projects.
  • Contribute to reports, advice, and proposals.
  • Contribute actively to knowledge sharing and quality improvement within the Airports department.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with projects involving airports, shopping centers, large offices, or hospitals.

About the Company

Deerns

Global engineering consulting for building systems

Deerns is an independent engineering firm with more than 450 staff, offering technical consulting and engineering solutions across the globe. It serves airports, healthcare facilities, data centres, laboratories/cleanrooms, and commercial real estate developers, applying its expertise in building systems, energy supply, and building physics to deliver projects from concept through design, supervision, and aftercare. The company’s approach is to tailor solutions to each client’s unique needs, using a full lifecycle method rather than a single stage. Deerns differentiates itself through its global footprint, broad service range, and long history (founded in 1928) that supports an end-to-end, technically grounded delivery. Its goal is to translate client concepts into real, well-implemented buildings by providing high-quality engineering throughout every phase of a project.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Netherlands
Founded
1928

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