Marine Engineer

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Marine Electrical Engineer with hands-on experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, vessel electrical installation, testing and commissioning. The candidate will be responsible for electrical systems onboard vessels, including power generation, distribution, motor control, lighting, cables, switchboards and electrical equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise and execute marine electrical installation, maintenance, testing and commissioning activities.
• Handle electrical works related to Main Engine, Auxiliary Engines, generators and vessel electrical systems.
• Installation and maintenance of:
• Main & Emergency Switchboards
• Distribution Boards
• Motor Control Centres (MCC)
• Transformers
• Generators
• Motors
• Starters and VFDs
• Batteries and battery chargers
• Shore supply systems
• Lighting systems
• Navigation and signal lighting
• Emergency electrical systems
• Carry out cable laying, routing, glanding, termination and dressing.
• Supervise cable tray, conduit and support installation.
• Perform cable continuity, insulation resistance and other electrical tests.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults in motors, generators, switchboards and control circuits.
• Carry out testing and commissioning of AC and DC electrical systems.
• Conduct functional testing of electrical equipment and protection systems.
• Troubleshoot motor control circuits, contactors, relays, breakers and VFDs.
• Read and interpret single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, cable schedules and electrical drawings.
• Coordinate with Mechanical, Instrumentation, Electronics, Automation and Production teams.
• Coordinate with Class Surveyors, OEM representatives and Client Inspectors during inspections and commissioning.
• Prepare electrical work completion reports, testing records and inspection documentation.
• Support Harbour Acceptance Tests (HAT), Sea Trials and vessel commissioning.
• Ensure electrical installations comply with approved drawings, specifications, Class requirements and applicable marine standards.
• Monitor electrical subcontractors and ensure work is completed as per quality and safety requirements.
• Maintain proper records of electrical defects, rectification and commissioning activities.

Technical Competencies

The candidate should have practical knowledge of:

Power Generation & Distribution

• Marine diesel generators
• Alternators
• Main switchboards
• Emergency switchboards
• Distribution boards
• Transformers
• Synchronizing and load-sharing systems
• Shore power systems

Motor & Control Systems

• AC/DC motors
• Starters
• DOL / Star-Delta starters
• VFDs
• Motor control circuits
• Contactors and relays
• Protection devices

Marine Electrical Installation

• Cable tray and cable routing
• Marine cables
• Cable glands and termination
• Earthing and bonding
• Lighting systems
• Emergency lighting
• Navigation lights
• Battery and charger systems

Testing & Commissioning

• Insulation Resistance (Megger) testing
• Continuity testing
• Earth resistance testing
• Phase sequence testing
• Functional testing
• Protection and interlock testing
• Generator and switchboard commissioning

Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Marine Electrical / Marine Engineering certification will be an advantage.

Experience

3–8 years of relevant experience, preferably in:

• Shipbuilding
• Ship repair
• Marine electrical installation
• Vessel commissioning
• Offshore / marine projects
• Heavy engineering

Candidates with hands-on onboard vessel experience will be preferred.

Additional Advantage

Experience with:

• Main & Auxiliary Generator systems
• PMS – Power Management System
• AMS – Alarm Monitoring System
• Generator synchronization
• Switchboard protection
• VFD and motor control
• Emergency power systems
• Marine automation interfaces
• Electrical drawings and cable schedules
• Class inspection and sea trials

Knowledge of requirements of IRS, DNV, ABS, LR, BV or other major classification societies will be an advantage.

Key Skills

• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills
• Marine electrical installation knowledge
• Electrical drawing interpretation
• Testing and commissioning
• Good knowledge of electrical safety
• Team supervision and coordination
• Problem-solving ability
• Good documentation and reporting skills
• Ability to work onboard vessels and during sea trials
• Ability to work independently under project deadlines

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Work Location: In person