Marine Gas Turbine Engineer – Design, Integration, and Testing

The Mid-Level Marine Gas Turbine Engineer is responsible for the mechanical design, systems integration, and testing support of marine gas turbine propulsion and power generation systems. The role involves interfacing with shipboard systems, supporting installation and alignment, and validating system performance through factory and sea trials. The engineer works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure reliability, class compliance, and efficient turbine operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Design and develop mechanical layouts, 3D models, and system schematics for gas turbine installations within marine vessels.

  • Integrate turbine systems with shipboard auxiliaries such as lube oil, fuel oil, air intake/exhaust, seawater cooling, and vibration damping.

  • Generate interface control documents (ICDs), support installation manuals, and develop piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).

  • Coordinate mechanical alignment, shaft coupling, base frame mounting, and vibration isolation during shipyard installations.

  • Assist in the specification and selection of supporting systems: fire suppression, ventilation, starting systems, and noise enclosures.

  • Conduct thermal and flow performance modeling in coordination with systems and performance teams.

  • Support and participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), dock trials, and sea trials—ensuring proper data collection, test execution, and system tuning.

  • Work with classification societies (ABS, DNV, USCG, MIL-STD) for compliance verification, documentation, and inspections.

  • Investigate field issues, assist with root cause analysis, and implement design improvements based on test results or operational data.

  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to design reviews, supplier evaluations, and risk assessments.

Key Focus Areas:

• • Marine Gas Turbine System Integration (Fuel, Air, Oil, Cooling, Exhaust)

  • Turbine Foundation, Alignment, and Structural Interface with Hull or Skid

  • Thermal Performance Analysis and Mechanical System Optimization

  • Participation in FAT, Dock, and Sea Trials – Data Acquisition and Validation

  • Compliance with Class Society and Naval Standards (ABS, DNV, US Navy MIL-STD)

Qualifications:

• • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.

  • 4–8 years of experience in marine propulsion systems, preferably with a focus on gas turbine installations.

  • Solid understanding of gas turbine systems (e.g., LM2500, MT30, FT4, or industrial derivatives used in marine platforms).

  • Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., Siemens NX, SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and familiarity with engineering documentation standards.

  • Experience working with marine system layouts, auxiliary systems, and mechanical/hull interfaces.

Preferred Skills:

• • Experience in shipboard installations, alignments, and integration of propulsion systems.

  • Familiarity with test instrumentation for temperature, pressure, vibration, and shaft power measurement.

  • Exposure to turbine control and monitoring interfaces (mechanical/electrical boundary coordination).

  • Understanding of vibration analysis, thermal stress, and acoustic isolation in engine rooms.

  • Excellent communication and coordination skills across mechanical, electrical, and control engineering teams.

Work Environment:

• • Mix of office-based design work and hands-on engineering at shipyards, marine test facilities, or onboard vessels.

  • Field assignments may include confined spaces, hot environments, and onboard motion during sea trials.

  • Use of PPE and adherence to shipyard/marine safety procedures is mandatory.

  • Occasional travel required to OEM facilities, client shipyards, or offshore commissioning sites.