Posted 2 months ago
Marine Systems Support Engineer
@ GE Vernova
Nova Scotia
Overview
GE Vernova is hiring a Marine Systems Support Engineer in Halifax, NS, to support its systems aboard Royal Canadian Navy vessels. The role splits between hands-on field troubleshooting at shipyards and bases and engineering design work such as obsolescence management and Engineering Change Proposals. The posting requires security clearance and offers relocation assistance.
Responsibilities:
- Field troubleshooting and repair of propulsion and power systems
- Drafting Engineering Change Proposals and CAD design modifications
- Obsolescence management and root cause analysis
- Configuration management to DND standards
- Technical liaison with RCN engineers and shipyard contractors
Requirements summary:
- Engineering degree or diploma in marine, electrical or mechanical engineering
- 5+ years field service, marine propulsion or power generation
- 5+ years naval or military maritime experience
- 5+ years PLC programming, control systems and high-voltage power
- Eligibility for Controlled Goods Program and Level II Secret clearance
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-20
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Vehicle, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Controlled Goods Program clearance, Level II (Secret) Security Clearance |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Marine Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering |
| Security clearance | Secret |
| Perks mentioned | Relocation assistance |
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GE Vernova
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Full company description
GE Vernova is a purpose-built energy technology company on a mission to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world. It is made up of three businesses -- Power, Wind, and Electrification -- with focus on accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. The world needs more energy, smarter energy. With energy demand expected to grow by more than 50% in the next 20 years, we are continuously innovating to meet the moment…like we have for the past 130 years. The Energy of Change and relentless optimism are what drive us – it’s about never giving up and seeing what’s possible so that we deliver the energy technologies the world needs right now and for generations to come. GE Vernova’s attitude and edge is embedded in its name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have the energy to change the world.
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- Reported office locations
- 58 Charles St, Boston, Massachusetts 02141, US
- Business categories
- Energy Management
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- GE Vernova
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- 2,607,680,000
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GE Vernova is a purpose-built energy technology company on a mission to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world. It is made up of three businesses -- Power, Wind, and Electrification -- with focus on accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Electric Power Generation |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 121 |
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Job Description Summary
As a Marine Systems Support Engineer, you will serve as a dual-role technical authority supporting GE Vernova systems aboard Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) vessels. You will act as the primary technical bridge between field operations and engineering design. This role is split between the "deck plate" (hands-on troubleshooting/commissioning at the shipyard/base) and the "drawing board" (managing system obsolescence, performing design modifications, and developing engineering solutions). You will be a critical partner to the RCN technical authorities, ensuring long-term fleet readiness.Location: Halifax, NS
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Field Support & Troubleshooting: Provide on-site technical guidance for complex maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs of propulsion and power systems during sea trials, dockside repairs, and refits.
- Voice of the Customer (Engineering Partner): Act as the critical voice of the customer by partnering directly with our internal design engineering teams. You will provide real-world insights, performance data, and operational feedback to influence future product designs and serviceability.
- Obsolescence Management: Monitor the lifecycle of system components. Proactively identify End-of-Life (EOL) hardware and software; develop and implement mitigation plans to maintain system integrity.
- Engineering Design & Integration: Draft and manage Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs). Utilize CAD software to create design modifications and review technical specifications for system-level integration.
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Conduct deep-dive investigations into persistent technical failures. Translate field findings into formal, evidence-based engineering design improvements.
- Configuration Management: Ensure all shipboard systems are documented to the latest "as-maintained" standard, ensuring that design modifications meet DND safety and regulatory requirements.
- Preventative Maintenance: Execute planned maintenance routines and provide technical guidance to naval technical staff on equipment lifecycle management.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate service records, technical reports, and maintenance logs in accordance with both GE Vernova and Department of National Defence (DND ) standards.
- Safety & Compliance: Adhere strictly to maritime safety protocols, naval security regulations, and occupational health and safety (OHS) standards while working in confined shipboard environments.
- Stakeholder Liaison: Provide technical subject matter expertise to RCN engineers, project managers, and shipyard contractors regarding system performance and upgrade paths.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Education: Degree or Diploma in Marine, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent military training/certification).
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in field service, ideally involving marine propulsion or industrial power generation systems, demonstrating a blend of field-service and design/engineering experience.
- Naval Expertise: Minimum 5 years demonstrated understanding of naval vessel operations or previous experience working within a military/government maritime environment.
- Technical Skills: Minimum 5 years’ experience with PLC programming, control systems, and high-voltage power distribution. Strong working knowledge of maritime technical standards and Configuration Management principles.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Soft Skills: Proven ability to work independently in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments; excellent interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
- Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Controlled Goods Program (CGP) clearance and Level II (Secret) Security Clearance mandated by the Government of Canada.
Preferred Attributes:
- Experience with Canadian Naval procurement or maintenance contracts (e.g. ISSC)
- Valid Transport Canada Marine Medical certificate or the ability to obtain one.
- Willingness to travel periodically for training or support at other Naval facilities.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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