Director, Marine Engineering

Trident Seafoods Corporation•Seattle, WA

2d•$195,000 - $220,000

About The Position

Trident Seafoods is a privately held, vertically integrated seafood company headquartered in Seattle. The Director of Marine Engineering reports to the VP, Engineering and leads the port engineering team responsible for maintenance and repairs of vessels operating in the Bering Sea, Washington, and Oregon. The role oversees capital planning and project execution, vessel and equipment maintenance, regulatory coordination, and the development and management of the marine engineering team. Travel is required as needed, sometimes on short notice. The position may involve exposure to wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather, loud noise, and occasional hazards including heights, airborne particles, chemicals, extreme cold, electrical shock, and vibration. Physical requirements include standing, walking, handling and reaching, climbing or balancing, occasional sitting and kneeling or crawling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, including F-1 STEM-OPT authorization. Employment is contingent on maintaining valid immigration status and work authorization. Trident Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Requirements

At least 10 years of ship repair or relevant marine engineering experience, including extensive shipyard repairs.
Demonstrated knowledge of vessel propulsion and auxiliary systems equipment.
At least 3 years of direct team management experience.
At least 3 years of experience successfully delivering large capital projects.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and effectively present information one-on-one to a supervisor and other employees.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including regularly lifting or moving up to 10 pounds, frequently up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to travel as needed, sometimes on short notice.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering or a related field, or equivalent additional experience.
Ship repair experience working with Classification Society rules, such as DNV or ABS.
Shipyard Competent Person Certificate, or ability to complete it within 6 months.
Hazwoper Certificate, or ability to complete it within 6 months.
Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Project management capability and experience.
Technical knowledge of vessels and related equipment, and ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Responsibilities

Identify capital project needs for the vessel fleet and assess resource and financial requirements.
Develop justifications for vessel-related capital projects, evaluate risks, and inform department leaders.
Work with vessel teams and port engineers to develop implementation plans for repairs, maintenance, and improvements.
Ensure projects are executed successfully with a focus on safety, cost, and schedule.
Lead the multiyear capital planning process for the assigned vessel group.
Participate in cross-functional teams as a technical expert supporting company initiatives.
Monitor vessel maintenance and repair status, identify deficiencies, and provide required reporting.
Evaluate and initiate corrective action for emergency and casualty vessel repairs.
Interface with regulatory agencies, design groups, and shipyards.
Review vessel repair requests and work lists with the Operations Manager, and oversee preparation of budgets, plans, and scopes of work.
Guide and support vessel Chief Engineers and port engineers in inspecting machinery and equipment.
Investigate machinery casualties, determine causes, and advise ship’s officers on preventing recurring casualties or malfunctions.
Ensure accurate vessel-level engineering cost records for repairs, supplies, and personnel.
Cooperate with regulatory bodies to ensure requirements for vessel alterations, repairs, and modifications are met.
Set and communicate marine engineering team goals and objectives aligned with company strategy.
Develop and maintain a culture of continuous improvement in alignment with company initiatives.
Support employee development through formal plans and consistent feedback.
Create and oversee the Dutch Harbor rotation plan for marine engineering team employees.
Complete required training and perform work in accordance with Trident’s environmental and safety policies and procedures.
Notify designated personnel of undocumented environmental or safety incidents or risks.
Travel as needed, sometimes on short notice.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
Optional HRA/HSA.
Telemedicine.
Employee assistance and wellness programs.
Long-term disability.
Basic life and AD&D insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off; initial full-time PTO benefit is 20 days per year and is adjusted based on relevant experience.
10 paid holidays each year.
Paid parental leave.
Commuter and transit programs.
Full-time employees may be eligible for discretionary or performance-based incentives.