Intermediate Marine Systems Engineer

Bmt Defence Services LTD; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plan

Employee and Family Assistance

Parental/Maternity leave top-up

RRSP/TFSA matching

Flexible work hours and hybrid

Training and development opportunities

Employee recognition program

Employee referral program

Job summary

BMT is seeking an Intermediate Marine Systems Engineer to support marine systems design for a range of vessels. You will collaborate with shipyards, owners and OEMs, execute technical tasks, and contribute to feasibility studies and installation design.

This permanent, full-time role offers an annual salary of $85,000–$105,000, a benefits package, and a hybrid work arrangement. For qualified applicants with a mechanical engineering degree and 4+ years of experience, security clearance

Qualifications

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years in mechanical or marine systems engineering.
• Eligible for Canadian Professional Engineering registration.
• Able to obtain Canadian security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide marine systems advice to clients and internal teams.
• Collaborate with shipyards, owners and OEMs on surveys and upgrades.
• Prepare designs and 2D/3D drawings for installations.
• Ensure compliance with IMO, Class, TC regulations.

Skills

Marine systems

Mechanical engineering

Project coordination

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Intermediate Marine Systems Engineer
Location: Halifax, NS, Ottawa, ON, or Victoria, BC
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Annual Salary: $85,000-105,000
About BMT
BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at www.bmt.org ..

Key Responsibilities

The Intermediate Marine Systems Engineer is responsible for professionally and efficiently executing work in support of client taskings in the field of Marine Systems Engineering.

Responsibilities and Tasks include:
General:

• Provide Marine Systems advice and support to external and internal customers. Independently undertake technical work which requires coordination with colleagues and making a substantial contribution to assigned projects.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Comply with relevant business and ethics codes of conduct.
• Undertake engineering activities in a way that contributes to best practice. Work within the BMT Quality Management System (QMS) processes and procedures. Maintain your technical competency in your area(s) of specialization.
• Demonstrate willingness and active adoption of coaching and mentoring provided by senior staff, and support with mentorship to junior staff in developing technical competency.
• Contributes to building a positive team culture through input, feedback and participation in team building and wellness activities.

Role Specific:

• Knowledge and understanding of Marine / Mechanical design on small simple platforms (tug, barge, ferry) to large complex ships (surface combatants, submarines, cargo and passenger vessels) in one or more areas:
  • Component selection;
  • Equipment arrangement;
  • Propulsion and Auxiliary systems;
  • Application of standards for pumps, valves, flanges, and piping;
  • Heat/Cooling load calculations; and
  • Metallurgical considerations.
• Contribute to working with Shipyards, Dockyards, Owners, Class and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) to conduct ship surveys for design and engineering changes, mid-life upgrades and vessel condition documentation.
• Experienced contribution to feasibility studies, concept designs, installation design and integration of new and replacement equipment, including communicating design outputs using 2D drawings or 3D models.
• Knowledge of domain specific standards including International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations, Class Society rules, Transport Canada Regulations and Canadian Forces Technical Orders.
• Maintain a program of Continuing Professional Development to sustain your technical knowledge.
• Stamp and Seal Professional Engineering deliverables in area of practise. In addition to these duties, the position holder may be required to carry out other duties as may reasonably be required, from time to time, to achieve the above role purpose.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• University Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in Mechanical or Marine Systems Engineering.
• Existing registration or ability to obtain registration with Professional Engineering governance body in Province of work; and,
• Eligible for a Canadian security clearance.
• Detailed knowledge and experienced in the operation of naval systems.
• Experience in the in-service support of naval systems and/or engineering design.
• Experience in the development and use of technical studies and drawings.
• An understanding of specifications for government and commercial vessels.
• Experience in systems integration, ship construction and/or repair. Submarine specific knowledge is considered an asset.

Why Work For Us?

At BMT we believe in hiring the best talent, from diverse backgrounds, as this introduces new ideas to the team and our customers. We believe in a cooperative and collaborative work environment and support and encourage career growth.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary commensurate with skill, ability and experience, as well as a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Medical, dental and vision plan (including a Health Care Spending Account)
• Employee and Family Assistance program
• Parental/Maternity leave top-up program
• RRSP or TFSA matching program
• Flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee recognition program
• Employee referral program

BMT is committed to employment equity, to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst its workforce. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.