Director of Marine Energy and Propulsion Systems

The Director of Marine Energy and Propulsion Systems is responsible for leading the design, integration, testing, and operational readiness of propulsion and onboard energy systems across commercial and naval marine platforms. This leadership role ensures that propulsion technologies—ranging from gas turbines and diesel engines to hybrid and electric drives—are efficiently engineered, certified, and deployed in line with regulatory and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Lead cross-functional teams in the development and integration of marine propulsion systems, including gas turbines, diesel engines, electric drives, and auxiliary power units.

  • Drive system-level architecture for propulsion and onboard energy solutions, focusing on efficiency, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

  • Oversee design reviews, system modeling, FMEAs, and performance validation for full propulsion trains and supporting energy subsystems.

  • Coordinate with classification societies and naval authorities (IMO, ABS, DNV, MIL-SPEC) to ensure certification and regulatory adherence.

  • Collaborate with shipyards, OEMs, and project management teams during vessel construction, retrofits, and sea trials.

  • Guide technology transition for next-generation systems including hybrid propulsion, fuel cells, energy recovery units, and integrated power systems (IPS).

  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and technical resources to ensure on-time delivery of propulsion and power system milestones.

  • Support operations and maintenance teams with technical resolutions, troubleshooting procedures, and lifecycle improvement initiatives.

  • Lead proposal efforts and technical evaluations for new programs involving propulsion or onboard energy innovations.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Propulsion System Engineering and Integration
   – From concept design to commissioning of high-performance propulsion architectures.

2. Hybrid and Emerging Energy Technologies
   – Transitioning fleets to next-gen solutions involving electrification, batteries, and alternative fuels.

3. Certification and Compliance
   – Ensuring systems meet ABS, DNV, IMO Tier III, and navy-specific standards.

4. Program Execution and Delivery
   – Overseeing design, documentation, FAT/SAT, and system delivery across global projects.

Qualifications and Skills:

• • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.

  • 12+ years of experience in marine propulsion or onboard energy systems, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

  • Deep technical knowledge of gas turbines, diesel propulsion, variable frequency drives, shaft lines, and energy storage.

  • Familiarity with shipboard electrical integration, load analysis, thermal systems, and fuel handling.

  • Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks, classification requirements, and defense/naval standards.

  • Proven ability to manage engineering teams and cross-disciplinary projects from concept through delivery.

  • Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to interact with executives, clients, and classification bodies.

Preferred:

• • Experience in naval shipbuilding programs, offshore platforms, or integrated marine energy systems.

  • Working knowledge of digital engineering tools, simulation platforms, and condition-based monitoring systems.

  • Certifications in Project Management (PMP), Chartered Engineer, or Energy Management.

  • Eligibility for security clearance for defense-related work.