QC Inspector – Composites

Damen

. Coordinate and monitor quality assurance activities throughout construction and assembly of composite masts and deckhouses .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeVlissingen • NetherlandsMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quality assurance processes within shipbuilding, focusing on composite materials and structural modifications. Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills are essential for promoting quality standards and improving project-specific processes.

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Quality Assurance ExperienceComposite Structures KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsStakeholder ManagementQuality Management Principles

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Hard Skills

Quality Management PrinciplesManufacturing TechniquesQuality InspectionsProject-Specific Quality ProcessesStructural ModificationsComposite MaterialsTechnical DocumentationNon-Conformity ReportingQuality Progress MonitoringRepair Review

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication Skills

Industry Keywords

ShipbuildingNaval ShipbuildingMarine EngineeringMechanical EngineeringMaritime TechnologyQuality StandardsQuality ProcessesConstruction MonitoringAssembly CoordinationStakeholder Engagement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and monitor quality assurance activities throughout construction and assembly of composite masts and deckhouses
Support and advise on quality inspections at subcontractors and Damen Naval during final assembly and outfitting
Monitor, document and report quality progress, inspections, remarks and non-conformities internally and externally
Review quality issues, repairs and structural modifications with Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering
Participate in composite-related technical and project meetings with internal stakeholders, subcontractors and the customer
Identify opportunities to improve project-specific quality processes and procedures and support implementation
Promote a strong quality mindset and ensure applicable quality standards, processes and procedures are consistently applied

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline, preferably Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Maritime Technology or Shipbuilding, combined with 5–7 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience
Experience in quality assurance within a large manufacturing environment, preferably within shipbuilding or naval shipbuilding
Knowledge of quality management principles, processes and procedures and experience applying these in a project environment
Experience with manufacturing techniques and processes, preferably related to composite structures or naval shipbuilding
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Good command of the English language, both written and verbal
Knowledge of Dutch is preferred
Excellent references, as a security screening is part of the hiring process
Availability, notice period and possible starting date must be provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

A competitive salary and 8% holiday pay
27 holidays and 13 ADV days
Travel allowance of 23 cents per kilometer
PME-pension arrangement with an employer contribution of 60%
Profit sharing based on company results
Flexibility to work from home up to two days a week
Bicycle plan
Company fitness
Professional and personal development support