The Senior Marine Steam Systems Engineer is responsible for the lead design, technical oversight, and system-level integration of marine steam generation systems with steam propulsion and auxiliary systems onboard commercial, naval, and offshore vessels. The role demands deep expertise in thermodynamic cycle design, system optimization, and regulatory compliance, along with proven experience leading cross-functional engineering projects and mentoring junior staff. This engineer ensures marine steam systems meet performance, safety, efficiency, and environmental standards from concept through commissioning.
Lead the architecture, design, and integration of marine steam systems with propulsion turbines, auxiliary steam consumers, and energy recovery systems (e.g., economizers, WHRUs).
Develop and validate heat balance models, dynamic load simulations, and transient operation strategies to ensure stability and responsiveness of steam networks.
Serve as technical authority on boiler and steam system interactions, fuel changeover procedures, pressure control strategies, and operational safety.
Interface with stakeholders across naval architecture, propulsion, electrical, and control systems teams to ensure holistic vessel integration.
Ensure designs comply with class society requirements (DNV, ABS, Lloyd’s Register) and international regulations (IMO SOLAS, MARPOL, ASME Section I & VIII).
Evaluate and improve system energy efficiency, emissions compliance (EEDI, EXI), and life-cycle performance.
Guide selection and configuration of redundancy schemes, feedwater systems, deaerators, and condensate recovery loops.
Lead technical risk assessments, FMEAs, and root cause investigations on failure modes or system deviations.
Oversee commissioning, sea trials, and shipyard integration activities as a senior technical presence.
Mentor mid-level and junior engineers and contribute to internal design guidelines, technical standards, and continuous improvement processes.
Full-cycle engineering of marine steam systems, from concept to commissioning
Advanced thermal systems modeling and optimization
Integration of steam production with propulsion and high-demand auxiliary systems
Compliance leadership in safety, emissions, and classification standards
Design for decarbonization (dual-fuel, LNG, waste heat recovery, hybrid steam-electric systems)
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Marine, Mechanical, or Power Engineering (required)
Master’s degree or equivalent specialization in Thermal Systems, Energy Engineering, or Naval Architecture (preferred)
Experience:
8–15 years of progressive experience in marine boiler systems, steam propulsion integration, or shipboard thermal systems
Proven track record in design leadership roles on complex vessel projects (e.g., LNG carriers, naval ships, offshore production vessels)
Technical Skills:
Expert knowledge of Rankine cycle systems, pressure vessel design, and marine boiler optimization
Proficiency with EES, ANSYS Fluent, COMSOL Multiphysics, or similar simulation tools
Solid understanding of marine control systems for steam loop regulation (valves, PLCs, fail-safe systems)
Familiarity with fuel flexibility design (HFO, MGO, LNG) and emissions technologies (SCR, EGR)
Fluent in technical documentation, interface control, and safety case development for classification
Leadership & Soft Skills:
Strong leadership in multi-disciplinary, international project teams
Skilled in negotiation and communication with ship owners, OEMs, and class societies
Proven ability to deliver on schedule in high-stakes, multi-vessel programs
Committed to mentoring and team development