Assistant Port Engineer - WTIV Charybdis

TMMG•Portsmouth, VA

16d

About The Position

Background check and US Citizenship are requirements of this position. Position is a 12 month opportunity. TMMG is seeking an experienced Assistant Port Engineer to support Dominion Energy’s Wind Turbine Installation Vessel (WTIV) Charybdis during its pre-operational and transition-to-service period. The Assistant Port Engineer will play a key role in vessel readiness, maintenance oversight, and coordination between shipyard, OEM representatives, and vessel engineering teams. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to contribute to one of the most advanced U.S.-built offshore wind turbine installation vessels, supporting the next generation of clean energy infrastructure.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marine, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent professional experience).
Minimum 5 years of experience in ship maintenance, repair, or port engineering support.
Hands-on experience working within shipyards, with OEM vendors, or supporting vessel new construction and repair projects.
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and auxiliary ship systems.
Familiarity with American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) standards, inspections, and class survey processes.
Excellent communication, coordination, and documentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder maritime environment.
Proven ability to manage competing priorities and tight project timelines.
Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on practical, field-based solutions.
Working knowledge of safety management systems (SMS), risk assessments, and safe work practices.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project) and technical data tracking tools.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build strong relationships with customers, contractors, and shipboard teams.
Self-motivated and capable of performing effectively with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Dynamic Positioning (DP) systems, heavy-lift cranes, or offshore construction vessels.
Familiarity with preventive maintenance software and digital work management tools.
Prior involvement in vessel commissioning, dock trials, or sea trials.
Understanding of offshore wind farm construction operations or marine renewable energy projects.
Strong technical writing skills for work package development and test documentation.
U.S. Coast Guard, Navy, or commercial shipyard background preferred.
Ability to read and interpret ship drawings, system diagrams, and OEM technical manuals.

Responsibilities

Maintenance & Repair Coordination: - Plan, schedule, and oversee maintenance, repair, and inspection activities for vessel systems and equipment.
Coordinate with the Port Engineer, shipyard teams, and OEM representatives to ensure work scopes are clearly defined, executed safely, and meet all quality and technical standards
Work Package Management - Assist in developing, tracking, and maintaining work packages, job orders, and maintenance logs.
Support project controls by maintaining accurate scheduling, cost tracking, and readiness reporting.
Verify contractor deliverables and closeout documentation prior to acceptance.
Technical Liaison - Serve as the on-site technical interface between shipboard crew, shipyard personnel, OEM service reps, and engineering management.
Facilitate communication and resolution of mechanical, electrical, and system-level issues, and provide timely technical updates to leadership.
Equipment Monitoring - Support ongoing monitoring of propulsion, electrical distribution, hydraulic, HVAC, and auxiliary systems.
Document performance data, manage spare parts inventory, and track warranty claims. Identify and recommend corrective actions or system improvements based on equipment trends.
Operational Support - Assist in the planning and execution of vessel mobilization, dockside testing, and sea trials.
Coordinate engineering readiness during commissioning, power-up sequences, and system integration milestones.
Support on-site troubleshooting and technical documentation during trials.