MARITIME PROPULSION SYSTEMS ENGINEER

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Job Summary: Professional required for the development, integration, and optimization of maritime propulsion systems—from concept through validation and real-world implementation. Key Highlights: 1. Integrate technological development projects in maritime mobility. 2. Work with propulsion systems for energy transition. 3. Collaborate with multidisciplinary R&D teams. The **SeaPower** – Association for the Development of the Maritime Economy, headquartered in Figueira da Foz, seeks to hire: **MARITIME PROPULSION SYSTEMS ENGINEER** To strengthen its team and participate in technological development projects in maritime mobility and energy transition. The professional will be responsible for developing, integrating, and optimizing propulsion systems for maritime platforms, working across all stages of the development lifecycle—from concept to validation and real-world implementation—in coordination with multidisciplinary teams. **Main Responsibilities:** · Development and integration of maritime propulsion systems (thermal, electric, and hybrid engines); · Design and sizing of energy systems for vessels (fossil and alternative fuels); · Analysis and optimization of energy efficiency and propulsion system performance; · Development of naval electrification solutions (batteries, fuel cells, hybrid systems); · Integration of e-fuels (e-methanol, ammonia, hydrogen) into propulsion architectures; · Execution of bench and operational environment testing and validation of systems; · Interpretation and analysis of performance data (consumption, emissions, efficiency); · Contribution to technical design and resolution of complex problems; · Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, control, and naval engineering); · Technical support for R&D activities and funded projects. **Mandatory Requirements:** · Higher education degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field; · Solid knowledge of thermodynamics, combustion, and energy systems; · Experience with maritime internal combustion engines (diesel, dual-fuel, or alternative); · Knowledge of marine power electrical systems and electric propulsion; · Familiarity with e-fuel technologies (e-methanol, ammonia, hydrogen); · Knowledge of energy storage systems (batteries, hydrogen, liquid fuels); · Experience with instrumentation, sensors, and data acquisition; · Ability to analyze performance and optimize energy systems; · Familiarity with maritime standards and environmental regulations (IMO, emissions, etc.); · English fluency (minimum level B2/C1). **Preferred Qualifications:** · Experience with simulation tools (MATLAB, Simulink, GT-Suite or similar); · Experience in national and European R&D projects; · Project planning, organization, and management capability; · Initiative and strong teamwork ability; · Strong communication skills and resilience under pressure. **Work Location:** Figueira da Foz, with possible travel to other sites **Contract Type:** Full Time **Contractual regime to be defined** If you find this opportunity interesting, please send your CV with photo to E-mail: **jobs@seapower.pt**, referencing **ESP** Benefits: * Meal card/voucher Work location: On-site