Marine Systems Engineering
Bringing Your Vessel’s Inner Workings to Life
Designing Holistic, Integrated Maritime Vessels
Marine systems engineering is what turns a steel hull into a fully functional, habitable ship. From propulsion and electrical to HVAC and piping, these systems keep your vessel moving, operating, and livable.
At DMS, we design with your crew and capabilities in mind. We prioritize practical designs that align with your operational needs and maintenance bandwidth. That means fewer surprises during installation, lower lifetime upkeep, and a vessel that fits the way you actually work.
Our goal isn’t to force new systems onto your team: it’s to engineer a vessel that supports them.
Let’s Build a Ship To Meet Your Needs
Whether you’re upgrading an existing vessel or building from scratch, DMS makes sure your marine system engineering is tailored to your exact requirements.
Engineering Every Critical Ship System
From the bridge to the bilge, DMS delivers deep, system-by-system expertise that align with your real-world needs:
Pumps & Piping
We design piping systems that deliver reliability without overdesign. Whether it’s moving water, fuel, or waste, we ensure your pumps, valves, and piping layouts are efficient, safe, and built to last.
Propulsion Systems
We evaluate your propulsion needs and match them with systems that optimize output while keeping operational costs down. That includes thinking ahead, designing for fuel economy, maintainability, and emissions compliance.
Electrical Items
We help Clients plan out everything from navigation lighting and comms to shipboard mechanical systems, designing tech that stays online and makes sense for your crew.
HVAC Systems
Our maritime engineering services design HVAC systems that balance performance and energy usage. We’ll make sure that your crew stays safe and comfortable, wherever you may work.
Design Systems Around Your Mission, Not the Other Way Around
Every vessel has a purpose, whether it’s hauling gear, transporting passengers, or collecting research data. Your systems should support that purpose, not fight against it. That’s why DMS starts with your end goals in mind and works backward to build solutions that make sense.
Instead of layering on complex, one-size-fits-all subsystems, we simplify. We reduce excess system requirements, streamline layouts, and look for opportunities to integrate. As a result, we design ships that are easier to operate, easier to maintain, and more profitable in the long run.
Benefit From Our Collaborative Approach
From day one, you’ll work directly with the engineers designing your systems. We speak in plain language, explain your options clearly, and make decisions based on your business’s needs, not what looks good on a diagram.
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Fun Facts About Marine Systems Engineering
Over 10 Miles of Piping
The average commercial vessel can carry over 10 miles of piping. That’s about the length of 175 football fields. All of it has to be planned with precision to avoid pressure issues, space conflicts, and safety hazards.
Pitch and Roll Play a Big Part
Marine engineers have to account for the pitch and roll of the ship. Even a small incline can change how fluids move through pipes, which means your plumbing and drainage systems have to work on a moving, tilting platform 24/7.
Hot, Stuffy, and Noisy
Engine rooms are often the hottest, noisiest places on a ship. Designing them involves balancing space, noise levels, access paths, cooling systems, and safety in very tight quarters. Think about it like building a power plant inside a sardine can.
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