Marine Systems Mechanical Technician

Overview

Marine Systems Electrical Technicians (MSETs) are members of a ship’s engineering department, responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing the electrical and control systems onboard His Majesty’s Canadian (HMC) Ships and Submarines.

As an MSET, you’ll work hands‑on with advanced electrical, electronic, and propulsion systems that keep the ship powered, safe, and operational. Your role supports everything from propulsion and navigation to safety, damage control, and firefighting systems—both at sea and at shore‑based maintenance and training facilities.

MSETs work on and support systems including:

• Shipboard power generation and distribution
• Propulsion and auxiliary machinery electrical systems
• Marine automation and control systems
• Motors and drive systems
• Shipboard instrumentation and sensors
• Safety, emergency, and damage control systems
• Marine electrical installat...