The Engineering Manager – Marine Boiler Systems (High/Low Pressure) is responsible for leading a team of engineers and technical specialists in the design, integration, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management of marine boiler systems. This role ensures safe and efficient operation of both high-pressure propulsion boilers and low-pressure auxiliary steam systems across vessels or marine platforms. The position requires strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and familiarity with marine standards and operations.
Lead the engineering design, upgrade planning, and performance optimization of marine boiler systems for newbuilds, retrofits, and fleet operations.
Manage a team of mechanical, thermal, and control engineers supporting high-pressure propulsion boilers and low-pressure auxiliary steam systems.
Develop technical specifications and support procurement of boiler equipment, burners, control systems, and pressure components.
Ensure all designs and operations comply with IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL, and classification society requirements (e.g., ABS, DNV, Lloyd’s).
Coordinate engineering efforts during dry-docking, commissioning, sea trials, and system troubleshooting.
Perform root cause analysis and technical investigations of boiler malfunctions, failures, or performance degradation.
Oversee the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintenance plans, and safety documentation for boiler systems.
Support energy efficiency and decarbonization efforts, including integration of waste heat recovery, hybrid systems, and emission control technologies.
Collaborate with shipyards, OEMs, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of engineering solutions.
Report project progress, risks, and technical performance to senior engineering leadership.
High-Pressure Systems: Propulsion boilers, steam turbines, superheaters, and condensate recovery systems.
Low-Pressure Systems: Auxiliary boilers, fuel heating, cargo heating, and domestic steam needs.
Compliance & Safety: Alignment with marine safety codes, boiler inspection regimes, and pressure system certifications.
Engineering Leadership: Managing design reviews, technical documentation, and engineering resource planning.
Innovation & Optimization: Drive adoption of new technologies for fuel efficiency, digital boiler monitoring, and emissions compliance.
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
10+ years of experience in boiler systems engineering, with at least 3–5 years in a technical leadership or management role.
Proven expertise in marine boiler operation, system integration, and lifecycle engineering.
Familiarity with international maritime regulations and classification society standards.
Excellent problem-solving, project management, and team leadership skills.
Chief Engineer’s License (Marine) or comparable operational background.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
Experience with advanced combustion controls, burner management systems (BMS), or waste heat recovery units (WHRUs).
Previous involvement in shipyard boiler commissioning or retrofitting projects.