Naval Architect
Simon Visser
Designing for the offshore future
Designing for the offshore future
During my internship at Saltwater, I worked on designing an autonomous inspection vessel for offshore cables. From research to concept development and analyses, the project offered significant technical depth. The combination of challenge, collaboration, and an open working environment made it a valuable learning experience with a strong final result.
During my studies in Maritime Engineering at Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, I wanted to further explore the world of work vessels and offshore applications. Through previous encounters with Saltwater, I was already familiar with the company, which made the step toward an internship here a logical choice.
During my internship, I worked on a graduation project focused on designing an autonomous inspection vessel for subsea cables, for example at offshore wind farms. The goal was to investigate how inspections could be carried out more efficiently and quickly using autonomous systems. I started with extensive research, after which I defined requirements and boundary conditions and developed and analyzed various concepts.
What made my internship challenging was the broad scope of the subject. From concept development to technical analyses such as resistance, stability, and vessel motions, you are involved in many different aspects. This required me to work in a structured way and carefully consider design decisions.
Within the team, I quickly felt at home. The atmosphere is open and personal, and it’s easy to connect with colleagues. You’re not just a number but truly part of the team, which makes working here enjoyable.
My graduation project resulted in a complete concept design for an autonomous inspection vessel, including analyses and well-founded decisions. The design demonstrates how inspection processes can be made more efficient and flexible within the growing offshore market.
Engineers. Thinkers. Makers.
Meet the team
Mijke van de Velde
Remco van der Giessen
Arda Nazik
Lennart Karsijns
Valentijn Elderhorst
Create. Deliver. Sail.
Careers That Make Waves
At Saltwater, you work on engineering that demands precision, responsibility and technical depth. From early concept to final delivery, you are closely involved in projects that will ultimately operate at sea.
You collaborate with specialists across disciplines, contribute to challenging technical discussions, and help shape outcomes that move beyond drawings and into operation.
We value initiative and clear thinking. Decisions are made close to the work, and responsibility is part of the role from the start. Growth comes through experience, trust, and meaningful contribution.
If you are driven by complexity, motivated by impact, and excited by the idea of seeing your work perform in the real world, you will feel at home here.
Who we are
Our shared vision
Saltwater provides custom naval engineering solutions for complex maritime challenges. By combining technical expertise with close collaboration, we help clients improve vessel performance, safety and efficiency. At Saltwater, we believe that with the right thinking and engineering, everything is possible.
Are we a match?
Curious if Saltwater is the right fit for you? Or simply interested in getting to know us? We’d be happy to connect. In an informal conversation, we’ll tell you more about our work, our projects, and what it’s like to be part of Saltwater.