Senior Mechanical Engineer – In Person – Office | GA Marine

Position: Senior Mechanical Engineer – In Person – Office | 3GA Marine
Location: Victoria

Company:  3GA Marine Ltd (3G and Mine Ltd)

Location:

Victoria, BC

Start Date:

Within the next 2–4 weeks

Experience

Required:

Minimum 8+ years

Employment Eligibility:  Must be legally able to work in Canada

About the Employer
3GA Marine Ltd is a Canadian marine engineering and naval architecture consulting firm providing vessel design, refit engineering, and technical advisory services to the Canadian marine industry. Our work includes commercial vessels, refits, and new build projects across Canada.

Job Summary
We are currently hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our marine engineering design offices in Victoria, BC.

This is a  non-seagoing, office-based mechanical engineering position  focused on marine mechanical systems design, engineering analysis, regulatory compliance, and project delivery for commercial vessel new build and refit projects.

The successful candidate will bring strong experience in marine mechanical systems and will play a senior technical role supporting multidisciplinary project teams.

Key Responsibilities

Lead mechanical engineering work on vessel new build and refit projects

Design, analyze, and review marine mechanical systems, including propulsion, piping, HVAC, steering, and auxiliary systems

Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical reports

Ensure designs comply with Canadian marine regulations and classification society requirements

Coordinate with project managers, naval architects, clients, shipyards, and other engineering disciplines

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and intermediate engineers

Support construction and refit phases, including site visits and surveys as required

Apply sound professional engineering judgment to resolve technical and regulatory issues

Required Qualifications

Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline

Minimum 8+ years of experience in a marine engineering design office or shipyard environment

Proven experience with vessel refits and/or new vessel design projects

Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada, or eligible for registration

Strong technical writing, reporting, and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Preferred Skills and Technical Experience

Strong understanding of marine mechanical systems and vessel arrangements

Experience with propulsion systems, piping design, and machinery integration

Familiarity with Transport Canada, classification society rules, and Canadian marine regulatory frameworks

Experience with marine CAD and design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Ship Constructor, or similar)

Experience working on commercial vessels is considered an asset

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Performance-based bonus program

Flexible work environment

Extended health and dental benefits

Professional development, mentorship, and career growth opportunities

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and a brief cover letter outlining relevant experience and availability to start within the next 2–4 weeks.

Applications should be emailed to  or submitted via the form below.

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