Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer - USV Fugro
Software Engineering · Full-time
Posted 6+ months ago
Job Description
Fugro's innovative Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs) are transforming the maritime industry-enabling safer, more sustainable operations for subsea inspections, seafloor mapping, and environmental monitoring. By leveraging our USVs, clients reduce operational costs, minimize human risk, and lower CO₂ emissions.
We are looking for a Software Systems Engineer to join our governance team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the reliability , interoperability and safety of our vessel control and autonomy software. You'll design future integrations for vessel automation and ensure all uncrewed vessels can be operated seamlessly from a unified remote operations centre.
Your Role
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You design integrations for vessel- or job-specific automations that align with Fugro's integration standards;
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You maintain structured documentation of vessel control designs to support engineering, certification, and classification processes;
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You define data exchange structures and protocols based on industry standards to maximize the value of our data-rich robotic platforms;
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You enable seamless integration with digital twin solutions;
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You develop verification schemas and example communication flows; -
You support modularization of software components and ensure proper functionality assignment.
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Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
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Experience developing data and processing models.
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Familiarity with architectural patterns such as functional layers, microservices, and event-driven architecture.
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Experience with real-time communications and protocols such as MQTT, DDS, ModBus, CAN, OPC-UA.
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Understanding of SCADA systems, PLCs, IIoT, and distributed control systems.
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Strong communication and coordination skills.
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Proactive mindset with ownership and decision-makin...