Career Opportunities

CAREERS AT VRIPACK

 

INSIDE VRIPACK

We are Vripack Yacht Design. With a portfolio comprising more than 7,500 yacht designs, the team represents a melting pot of originality governed by a playful interaction between beauty and function. Since opening our doors in 1961, we have sought to challenge accepted convention enabled by our extensive naval architecture and engineering knowledge. It’s this holistic approach, considering design in partnership with naval architecture, that allows us to draw inspiration and ideas from an eclectic variety of sources. The studio’s warm and energetic embrace for our clients helps to uncover the genuine needs and expectations for each design. With Vripack’s promise of transparency and down-to-earth sharing of knowledge, strong working relationships are forged.

 

WORKING FOR VRIPACK

Vripack is a place where you can excel at what you do best. A place with positive people who are encouraged to learn. Where your opinion is valued, and your competitive salary is commensurate with your education and experience. And last but not least, where work is fun, fulfilling and tied to a great secondary benefits package. Housed in an old bank with a modern twist, our bi-weekly onsite lunches are freshly prepared, with sometimes an inspiring Lunch & Learn session and our staff association provides relaxation several times a year. Surrounded by talented, driven and international colleagues who bring out the best in each other, we nurture original thinking to discover the most creative solutions.

 

WILL YOU JOIN OUR TEAM?

We always welcome new talent. Especially motivated and passionate team players with a desire to work towards our common goals. Take a look at our current job openings and let us know what you can bring to our team. If there are no current vacancies that match your skills and ambitions, we invite you to submit an open application. Interest in either permanent positions or graduate internships are always warmly received.

 

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

 Sr. Exterior Yacht Designer

Sr. Exterior Yacht Designer

 

About Vripack

At Vripack, we believe that great yacht design begins with a deep understanding of our clients’ dreams. Our mission is to design yachts in a holistic manner by balancing beauty and purpose—as this is where aesthetics and functionality meet. All our yacht designs are underpinned by naval architecture and have a large focus on sustainability, ensuring that each creative vision is grounded in both technical excellence and environmental responsibility.

As a Sr. Exterior Yacht Designer, you will join a passionate and collaborative team, creating iconic designs that push boundaries and elevate the yachting experience.

Your RoleYou will be the creative mind behind innovative and technically feasible exterior yacht concepts. From ideation to in some cases delivery, you will shape world-class designs that reflect Vripack’s values of ingenuity, craftsmanship, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Client-Centered Design
    Engage with clients to understand their vision and translate it into exceptional exterior designs.
  • Concept Development
    Create iconic, forward-thinking design concepts that balance form, function, and technical constraints.
  • Design Visualization
    Utilize advanced design tools, hand sketches, 3D modeling, and presentations to bring concepts to life.
  • Innovation & Research
    Explore new materials, trends, and technologies to continually enhance our design approach.
  • Collaborative Integration
    Work closely with Naval Architects and other departments to ensure designs are both striking and feasible.
  • Project Oversight
    Manage the full design process with attention to timelines, budgets, and uncompromising quality standards.

Your Profile

  • A degree in (Industrial) Design, Naval Architecture, or a related discipline;
  • 7+ years of experience designing luxury yachts;
  • Expertise in design software and hand sketching;
  • Proven experience leading complex design projects and multidisciplinary teams;
  • A strong portfolio showcasing innovative, realized design concepts;
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.

What we offer

  • A market-based salary with comprehensive secondary employment benefits;
  • An annual profit-related bonus;
  • A creative, collaborative, and inspiring work culture in an international team that encourages innovation and excellence;
  • A design studio housed in a distinctive and beautifully situated office in the historic center of the charming provincial city of Sneek;
  • A city located in the beautiful lake district in the north of the Netherlands with still relatively affordable housing;
  • Strong support for ongoing professional and personal growth;
  • The belief that work is important, but there’s more to life than that. That is why we help you find – and maintain – a healthy work-life balance.

Join us in shaping the future of Yachting

Do you have the technical expertise and creative mindset to help realize some of the most exciting yachts in the world? Then we would love to hear from you.

Please apply by submitting your CV, Portfolio and a cover letter to:
[email protected]

 

*Acquisition by recruitment agencies in response to this vacancy is not appreciated*

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