Marine Systems Support Engineer

As a Marine Systems Support Engineer, you will serve as a dual-role technical authority supporting GE Vernova systems aboard Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) vessels.

Responsibilities

• Field Support & Troubleshooting: Provide on-site technical guidance for complex maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs of propulsion and power systems during sea trials, dockside repairs, and refits.
• Voice of the Customer (Engineering Partner): Act as the critical voice of the customer by partnering directly with our internal design engineering teams. You will provide real-world insights, performance data, and operational feedback to influence future product designs and serviceability.
• Obsolescence Management: Monitor the lifecycle of system components. Proactively identify End-of-Life (EOL) hardware and software; develop and implement mitigation plans to maintain system integrity.
• Engineering Design & Integration: Draft and manage Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs). Utilize CAD software to create design modifications and review technical specifications for system-level integration.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Conduct deep-dive investigations into persistent technical failures. Translate field findings into formal, evidence-based engineering design improvements.
• Configuration Management: Ensure all shipboard systems are documented to the latest "as-maintained" standard, ensuring that design modifications meet DND safety and regulatory requirements.
• Preventative Maintenance: Execute planned maintenance routines and provide technical guidance to naval technical staff on equipment lifecycle management.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate service records, technical reports, and maintenance logs in accordance with both GE Vernova and Department of National Defence (DND ) standards.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere strictly to maritime safety protocols, naval security regulations, and occupational health and safety (OHS) standards while working in confined shipboard environments.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Provide technical subject matter expertise to RCN engineers, project managers, and shipyard contractors regarding system performance and upgrade paths.

Requirements

• Education: Degree or Diploma in Marine, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent military training/certification).
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in field service, ideally involving marine propulsion or industrial power generation systems, demonstrating a blend of field-service and design/engineering experience.
• Naval Expertise : Minimum 5 years demonstrated understanding of naval vessel operations or previous experience working within a military/government maritime environment.
• Technical Skills: Minimum 5 years’ experience with PLC programming, control systems, and high-voltage power distribution. Strong working knowledge of maritime technical standards and Configuration Management principles.
• Soft Skills: Proven ability to work independently in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments; excellent interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Controlled Goods Program (CGP) clearance and Level II (Secret) Security Clearance mandated by the Government of Canada.
• Experience with Canadian Naval procurement or maintenance contracts (e.g. ISSC)
• Valid Transport Canada Marine Medical certificate or the ability to obtain one.
• Willingness to travel periodically for training or support at other Naval facilities.