Digital Ship Structural Hull Monitoring Internship

About the role

Damen Naval is looking for a motivated Master’s student to join its research team in Vlissingen and work on a digital ship structural hull monitoring project. You will contribute to the development of Structural Hull Monitoring (SHM) methodology using digital twin technology, wave and sensor data, and predictive maintenance tools.

Key responsibilities

• Dive into hydro‑structural subjects, selecting and developing analysis methods and engineering tools.
• Plan and execute your research project from day one, delivering detailed, in‑depth analysis of the problem.
• Communicate results and conclusions effectively with other departments.
• Support the integration of hull monitoring systems and data‑assimilation tools.

Required profile

• Top‑tier Master’s student in Mechanical, Marine, Aerospace Engineering, Naval Architecture or related field.
• Passionate about ships, independent, curious, analytical and proactive.
• Familiar with hydromechanics, ship structures, fatigue, ocean waves and statistics.
• Fluent in Dutch and English (written and verbal) and hold permanent EU citizenship.

Required skills

• Python
• MATLAB
• OpenFOAM
• Ansys
• Femap
• LS‑DYNA

What we offer

• Monthly allowance for the duration of the assignment.
• Mentoring at BSc or MSc level throughout the project.
• Opportunities to develop professional and social skills.
• Experience at a top‑tier shipbuilding company to enhance your CV.