HVAC Engineer – Marine Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)

HVAC Engineer – Marine Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Company: Barrier Marine Services (Canada) Ltd.
Location: 1371 McKeen Avenue, North Vancouver, BC, V7P 3H9, Canada
Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent
Benefits: Competitive benefits package including employer contributions to medical, dental, and retirement savings plans (details provided with employment offer).

Position Overview

Barrier Marine Services (Canada) Ltd. is seeking an HVAC Engineer (Marine Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning) to support the design, engineering, analysis, and delivery of HVAC systems for complex marine, naval, and offshore projects.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, with experience or a strong technical foundation in marine systems and HVAC engineering.

This role focuses on technical engineering execution, HVAC system design, engineering calculations, systems integration, and technical documentation across shipbuilding and offshore environments. The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, shipyards, suppliers, and classification societies to ensure HVAC systems meet project specifications and applicable marine standards.

The position is focused on hands-on engineering and technical execution and does not include formal management or team leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Design

• Develop and support HVAC system specifications, design deliverables, and technical documentation.
• Perform and validate engineering calculations including:
• Heat load calculations
• Ventilation volume calculations
• Noise and vibration calculations
• Pressure drop calculations
• Support preparation and review of:
• HVAC D&IDs, P&IDs, and one-line diagrams
• Commissioning Test Memos
• Technical Purchase Specifications (TPS)
• Review and authenticate HVAC deliverables

Systems Integration & Engineering Support

• Support integration of HVAC systems within accommodation and technical spaces using 3D design tools.
• Assist in review of Vendor Furnished Information (VFI) for technical compliance and integration.
• Support review of chiller and heating plant calculations.
• Ensure compliance with client specifications and applicable marine classification and regulatory standards.

Project & Technical Coordination

• Support project engineering activities including progress tracking and technical reporting.
• Assist in coordination with shipyards, suppliers, and classification societies.
• Support construction, installation, and commissioning activities from an engineering perspective.
• Provide technical input for equipment selection in collaboration with project teams and vendors.

Regulatory & Industry Knowledge

• Apply marine regulations and standards, including but not limited to:

• SOLAS
• Lloyd’s Register (LR)
• Other applicable class and flag-state requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.

• Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident)

• 2–5 years’ experience in HVAC engineering within marine or industrial environments such as:

• Shipyards
• Cruise vessels
• Naval / Coast Guard projects
• Offshore Oil & Gas or large-scale industrial projects
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written)

Additional Skills

• Strong technical and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-disciplinary project environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with engineering tools such as:

• Cadmatic HVAC
• HVAC load calculation software
• AutoCAD
  • Experience with technical documentation (TPS and VFI review) is an asset.
  • Willingness to travel internationally as required.

Why Join Barrier Marine Services?

• Work on high-profile marine HVAC projects with global exposure
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Strong technical development opportunities in marine engineering
• Collaborative and growing engineering environment