Senior Marine Vessel Engineer (Multi-Discipline)
Lead. Optimise. Deliver Excellence at Sea.
Are you ready to take command of complex marine engineering systems and shape the performance of modern vessels?
We’re looking for a Contract Senior Marine Vessel Engineer to provide expert technical leadership across multiple engineering disciplines—ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and efficiency where it matters most.
What You'll Do
The Senior Marine Vessel Engineer will:
* Lead performance across key vessel systems, including HVAC, hydraulic, electrical, and structural systems
* Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex cross-discipline system failures with precision
* Act as the technical authority for design reviews, upgrades, and system modifications
* Drive improvements in energy efficiency, reliability, safety, and vessel performance
* Support and lead engineering activities during dry dock, refits, commissioning, and in-service operations
* Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless system integration
Your Expertise
Proven experience across several of the following disciplines:
* HVAC & refrigeration systems (chilled water, ventilation, air quality control)
* Hydraulic systems (actuation, control systems, fluid power)
* Electrical systems (power distribution, control systems, fault diagnostics)
* Structural engineering (hull integrity, modifications, fatigue and repair)
Additionally:
* Strong track record in fault finding, optimisation, and system upgrades
* Deep understanding of SOLAS, MARPOL, and Class compliance
* Experience with maintenance strategies, reliability engineering, and performance analytics
What Sets You Apart
* Calm, decisive problem-solving across multiple engineering disciplines
* Confident communicator with senior stakeholders and technical teams
* Strong leadership capability in multidisciplinary environments
* Commitment to safety, compliance, and engineering excellence
What You Bring
* Marine / Mechanical / Electrical / Structural Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)
* Extensive hands-on experience across marine vessel systems
* Ability to operate across, or specialise in, one or more of the required disciplines
* Desirable: Relevant certifications (e.g., HVAC/F-Gas, hydraulic systems, electrical competency, structural standards)
Why Join Us?
* Be at the forefront of marine engineering innovation
* Influence projects from concept design through to in-service support
* Drive sustainability, efficiency, and operational excellence across modern fleets
* Work with advanced tools including Siemens NX, SolidWorks, Foran, and more
Step into a role where your expertise powers performance at sea. Apply today.
About Us
Belcan, a Cognizant company, is a global force in technical services and engineering consultancy. Our legacy is built on delivering high-quality outputs and our unwavering commitment to developing the next generation of technical consultants and specialist engineers. Our expertise spans aerospace, defence, marine, nuclear, automotive, and cyber security.