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Senior Electrical Engineer

Vard Marine


Job Location:

Houston, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 4 September 2026 (14 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 2 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who we are...

Vard Marine is the market leader in designing specialized ships to meet diverse mission requirements in harsh operating environments vessels such as polar research ships multi-role patrol vessels and innovative commercial offshore ships are only few examples in our large portfolio. With an integrated team located in offices throughout the world we continue to grow by broadening our product range expanding our market reach and adapting our core competencies and skill sets to align with growing demands. By continually evolving our product offerings and broadening our scope of supply we strive hard to achieve excellence in supporting a diverse customer base.
The integrity and reliability of our vessels are vital. We create bespoke designs and service packages tailored to the unique needs of each client and each engagement. We are experienced innovative global and the best at what we do.
If you are ready to unleash your potential and participating in shape the new generation of specialized vessels read on!

Why you should join us...

  • We invest in training & development of our people.
  • We offer flexible work environment with Work from Home options.
  • We offer competitive benefits that includes Health & Wellness subsidy.
  • We top up your 3weeks paid vacation with additional paid time off.
  • We share our profit and offer merit bonuses.
  • And much more


What the position entails...

  • Perform and review concept and detail design of ship electrical and control systems.
  • Perform and review equipment and installation specifications.
  • Perform and review testing commissioning procedures.
  • Perform and review documents to Classification Societies and respond to their queries.
  • Review supplier documents and comment.
  • Supervise engineers and designers including training mentoring and assigning tasks.
  • Perform design checks and reviews to meet quality control and assurance requirements.
  • In addition to performing discrete technical tasks within larger projects employees may perform the role of Project Manager.
  • Liaise with clients and build trusting relationships.
  • Prepare and present reports to clients in face-to-face meetings.
  • Provide technical support to business development and sales efforts.
  • Assist with technical propulsion preparation.
  • Willingness to lead functional groups within company (i.e. technical groups quality etc.).
  • Communicates clearly and can complete work within budget and deadlines.
  • Advanced report writing skills including technical papers and conference presentations.
  • Develop and recommend new policies primarily within discipline or assigned functional groups.

What you will need to be successful...

  • Will hold a minimum qualification of a recognized Bachelors degree or equivalent engineering degree in a related field.
  • Will typically have 10 years of post-graduation experience in industry.
  • Has an advanced working knowledge of primary computer software programs necessary to complete Position Objectives (i.e. MS Office products AutoCAD etc.)
  • Designation of Professional Engineer is required in Canada and preferred in the US.
  • Overall competency would be considered Advanced in their discipline.
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of Classification Society Rules and Flag State Regulations.
  • Experienced with electrical and control systems on ships including generators power distribution switchboards breakers motor controls variable speed drives passive and active harmonic filters EMC management fire protection public address lighting cable management data networks.
  • Experienced with equipment FAT FMEA audits ship commissioning and start-up.
  • Fluent in written and verbal English with excellent communication and technical writing skills
  • Experienced in proposal writing and development.
  • Experienced in physical layout design of equipment tray lighting instruments fire protection controls.
  • Experienced in design of cable block wiring and termination diagrams cable schedules motor and control schematics electrical drive systems panel layout and schedules.
  • Working knowledge of Classification Society IMO SOLAS rules and regulations international electrical standards equipment survivability conditions.
  • Experienced with integration of ship-specific equipment such as IPMS IAS SCMS PMS electric propulsion and electrical generation systems battery storage hybrid systems.
  • Advanced understanding of budgets progress reporting earned value management Gantt charts schedules


Competitive Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience and qualifications as outlined in the job description/ in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications relevant years of experience and prevailing market conditions for the specific position.

Want to Learn More

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Disclaimer


The list of tasks and responsibilities is not exhaustive and the organization reserves the right to make changes to the job description in the future.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Vard Marine Inc. is committed to providing equal treatment with respect to employment according to the prohibited grounds of discrimination as established under human rights legislation.


Required Experience:

Senior IC


About Company

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As a renowned naval architecture and marine engineering firm, Vard Marine stands by the quality, reliability and long-term operability of our vessels. We have operations in Vancouver, Ottawa, and Houston and offer ship design, engineering and shipbuilding technology services.

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