Eren Agirbas, Student Assistant - Project Engineering WTG

What do you do as Student Assistant in Project Engineering WTG?

I work on a variety of projects, supporting deck layouts and lifting drawings. After creating the deck layouts, I use them to calculate the vessel’s stability conditions for our operations. This data is also valuable for our Geotechnical Engineering team, as parts of the stability information serve as their input, helping ensure the vessel is safe to operate under specified conditions. In addition, I contribute by calculating draft conditions for O&M projects and developing fleet overview charts.

What has been the most interesting thing about your job until now?

Every new project brings something different, which I find exciting. There’s always something to learn, and I enjoy the challenge of finding new solutions. For instance, last month I created lifting drawings for the first time. Even though I had some experience with the software, I felt a bit unsure at first, but my teammates were incredibly supportive and always willing to explain, even when busy themselves. Finalizing the drawings was a great moment, and I felt a real sense of happiness from the accomplishment.

What makes you feel proud?

Undoubtedly, green energy is the future, and I’m proud that we are part of the greater mission of achieving it.

What is the best thing about working for Cadeler as a company?

Compared to my previous jobs, the community here feels completely different. In my department, the atmosphere is always positive and welcoming. I know I can ask questions at any time, and my teammates are ready to help without hesitation. This creates a genuinely healthy work environment, which is not always easy to find in such an industrial sector, but here it feels like the norm.

What is the best thing about being a student assistant at Cadeler?

Whenever I have exams, my team is very understanding and accommodating. Working from home is allowed, which helps a lot during intense exam periods. Beyond that, applying the knowledge from my studies to real-life Cadeler cases has been truly rewarding. For example, I don’t feel lost in conversations with project engineers, since I’m already familiar with many technical terms. Much of what I learned during my studies has proven directly useful in my work here.

What advice would you give to people interested in taking the Project Engineering WTG route?

I’d suggest applying for multiple opportunities in engineering as you might be a good fit for more roles than you expect. For example, I applied to several positions but advanced with the Project Engineering WTG department, where my skills and knowledge were the best match. If you’re ambitious and passionate about what you do, it will certainly work out in the end!