Job Description

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join our dynamic Survey Support team as an Innovation Support Engineer – Starfix! You’ll be part of a talented group of engineers passionate about testing, releasing, and supporting Fugro’s cutting-edge Starfix Suite software, GNSS products, and Geodesy solutions.
 

At Fugro, we develop innovative equipment and software to support Marine Site Characterization and Marine Asset Integrity. Our Starfix Suite is essential for data acquisition, positioning, and navigation on offshore projects, while our GNSS products deliver high-accuracy positioning through proprietary solutions.

This role is based at the Fugro Innovation Centre in Nootdorp and involves collaboration with teams across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. It’s ideal for someone who thrives both independently and in a team environment.

Your Role

Provide operational support to offshore projects by troubleshooting issues and advising on product usage and best practices

Manage the service desk, respond to user queries, and contribute to the knowledge base through documentation

Participate in testing and releasing the Starfix Suite, GNSS products, and Geodesy solutions to ensure high-quality software releases

Develop test cases and scenarios that reflect real-world usage of our software and systems

Collaborate closely with software and firmware developers, acting as a bridge between users and the development team

Identify and propose product improvements to enhance stability, efficiency, and usability

Occasionally support the Product Manager in defining user stories and milestones

Be open to occasional travel to project locations when needed

Your Track Record

A BSc or higher degree in Surveying, Hydrography, Geomatics, Geodesy, or equivalent practical field experience

At least 2+ years of relevant marine offshore experience across various survey projects (e.g., geophysical, construction support, IRM)

Experience with GNSS systems and the ability to support related technical requests

Practical knowledge of geodesy and its application in offshore environments

A strong affinity for IT, data acquisition, and software troubleshooting, including databases and infrastructure

Excellent communication skills, a service-oriented mindset, and a structured approach to work

Fluency in English, both written and spoken

Bonus Points If You Have

Experience with survey vessel mobilizations

Familiarity with Starfix Suite or similar offshore positioning software

A passion for innovation and continuous improvement in marine technology

What Fugro Offers

A competitive salary

29 holidays per year based on full-time employment (of which 4 are appointed by Fugro management) and the possibility to purchase 12 additional days

Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally

Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies

Commuting allowance

Modern pension scheme

Collective health insurance

Possibility to register with our corporate fitness plan

Coaching options through our EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Are You Interested?

Please visit our Company Page to find out more about what it’s like to work at Fugro. For further information, please contact Jawwad Saleem, Talent Acquisition Specialist, at +31 6 18882679.
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After You Have Applied

You will receive an automated confirmation email of the receipt of your application

When we see a match, we will invite you for the first interview within a couple of days. Of course, you will also receive a message if we will not invite you

After a successful first round, you will be invited for the second round

If we are both still positive after the second interview, we will make you an offer—and with that, we hope to welcome you at Fugro!

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Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.