Job Description:
Job Title: Ship Systems Integration Engineer
Location: Florence, Italy
Industry: Shipbuilding & Ship Machinery
Job Description:
We are seeking a Ship Systems Integration Engineer to lead the coordination and integration of multiple onboard systems for marine vessels in Florence, Italy. Operating under the Shipbuilding & Ship Machinery industry, this role ensures that all mechanical, electrical, automation, and propulsion systems function together efficiently and in compliance with industry standards.
Key responsibilities include evaluating interface requirements across systems, developing integration strategies, and ensuring all components work seamlessly throughout the ship’s lifecycle. The engineer will interpret system schematics, conduct compatibility assessments, and manage cross-discipline coordination between design, production, and testing teams.
This role also involves supporting equipment layout planning, validating system performance, and troubleshooting integration challenges during installation and commissioning. The engineer will collaborate with naval architects, shipyard personnel, and classification societies to verify system compliance with standards such as RINA, DNV, and IMO regulations.
Candidates should possess strong technical acumen, organizational skills, and the ability to manage complex interfaces in dynamic marine environments. The successful applicant will be instrumental in enhancing ship performance, reliability, and operational safety by delivering integrated, high-quality system configurations tailored to vessel design and mission requirements.
Job Requirement:
Job Requirements: Ship Systems Integration Engineer
Location: Florence, Italy
Industry: Shipbuilding & Ship Machinery
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in ship systems integration, preferably within the shipbuilding or maritime industry, is required.
A strong understanding of marine subsystems—including propulsion, electrical, HVAC, automation, and fuel systems—is essential. Candidates must be proficient in interpreting P&IDs, electrical diagrams, mechanical layouts, and integration plans. Experience using tools such as AVEVA Marine, ShipConstructor, or AutoCAD is highly desirable.
Familiarity with classification society requirements (RINA, DNV, ABS) and international marine regulations (IMO, SOLAS) is mandatory. The ability to analyze interface compatibility, conduct system validation, and support sea trials and commissioning processes is critical.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset are essential for coordinating across multidisciplinary engineering teams, shipyards, and suppliers. The role also demands excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and the capability to work under time-sensitive schedules.
Fluency in Italian is required for effective collaboration on-site. A working knowledge of English is preferred to handle international technical documentation and communications. Commitment to quality, system performance, and regulatory compliance is fundamental.
