Dredge Engineer

Curtin Maritime•Long Beach, CA

1d•$450 - $875•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position where Engineers will work directly with the Port Engineer and Vessel Captain, applying the company's core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency to maintain the Curtin Standard onboard. The role requires significant time and travel away from home, often involving long hours and weekend work. The position is project-specific and may require offshore travel.

Requirements

TWIC Card
MMC – OS/Wiper
CG Med Cert
Passport
Assistant or sole Engineer on tugs
Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
Tow winch operation
Cleaning and maintaining an engine room to the Curtin Standard
Basic proficiency in operation of Vessel Management System (VMS)
Understanding and compliance with the Curtin Standard
Thorough recordkeeping and reporting to Port Engineer
All those listed in Engineer I
MMC – QMED/Oiler
STCW Basic Training
Skilled in all Deckhand I – III position duties
Engineer “signed off” on multiple vessels in the fleet.
With some guidance, Engineer II’s should be able to get on a new boat and figure out the basic engineering systems on board.
Growing understanding and troubleshooting/repair abilities in all vessel systems
Proficient utilization and operation of VMS
Beginning understanding of Sub-M, ABS, and USCG requirements
Manage teams on vessel projects and hold all accountable for completing tasks and assignments.
Assist Captain in making sure “everyone always has something to do!”
Lead by example, don’t just say how it should be done. Do it!
All those listed in Engineer I & II
DDE 1000
Engineer on all vessels in the fleet, including ocean tugs.
Engineer II’s should be able to get on any boat, without prior knowledge or instruction and figuring out how to engineer it.
Thorough understanding and troubleshooting/repair abilities in all vessel systems
Critical path and proactive planning to maximize efficiency in operations of the engineering of the vessel including maintaining a constant state of readiness.
Full utilization and operation of VMS
Thorough understanding of Sub-M, ABS, and USCG requirements
Experience participating in external and internal audits.
Proven track record of performance in the VMS as well as training others in its use and function
Strong management skills as it relates to fellow crew, vendors, and shipyards.
Maintain a constant training ground onboard the vessel for Engineers I & II and Deckhands.
Provide critical and constructive feedback to other crew and on equipment, jobs, etc.
All those listed in Engineer I - III
DDE 4000
Skilled at a high level in engineering, troubleshooting, and repair of all equipment in the fleet including: tugs, cranes, winches, electrical systems, pumps, auxiliary equipment, gasoline engines, vehicles, etc.
Heavy repair experience including engine overhauls, power pack replacement, etc.
Experience in system installation on new and retrofit applications including repowers, hydraulic, and other plumbing systems.
Commissioning new vessels to the fleet, including creating critical spares lists and standard operating procedures.
Basic welding skills
Well versed in completing external and internal audits, as well as participating in building audit criteria to improve the Curtin Standard
Proven track record of performance in the VMS as well as training others in its use and function.
Experience managing dry-dockings and repairs.
Ability to act as your own project manager.
Interacting with and managing vendors, regulatory bodies, shipyards, Curtin Shoreside Team, etc.
Participate in the creation of SOP’s and other training content.
All those listed in Engineer I - IV
DDE Any HP – 500 Ton
Skilled at a high level in engineering, troubleshooting, and repair of all equipment in the fleet including: tugs, cranes, winches, electrical systems, pumps, auxiliary equipment, gasoline engines, vehicles, etc.
Heavy repair experience including engine overhauls, power pack replacement, etc.
Experience in system installation on new and retrofit applications including repowers, hydraulic, and other plumbing systems.
Commissioning new vessels to the fleet, including creating critical spares lists and standard operating procedures.
Basic welding skills
Well versed in completing external and internal audits, as well as participating in building audit criteria to improve the Curtin Standard
Proven track record of performance in the VMS as well as training others in its use and function.
Experience managing drydockings and repairs.
Ability to act as your own project manager.
Interacting with and managing vendors, regulatory bodies, shipyards, Curtin Shoreside Team, etc.
Participate in the creation of SOP’s and other training content.

Nice To Haves

Clamshell Dredge Experience
MMC QMED/Oiler
Able Seaman Endorsement
STCW Basic Training
STCW - RFPEW
STCW - RFPEW, AS-Engine
STCW - RFPEW, AS-Engine
STCW - OICEW

Responsibilities

Apply the company's three core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency onboard.
Maintain the Curtin Standard onboard.
Take ownership of assigned vessels.
Maintain inventories and work plans.
Be proactive in creating requisitions.
Leave the vessel cleaner than you found it.
Manage Deckhands (when applicable) on projects and during downtime.
Partner with the Port Engineer and Captain to plan work while underway.
Manage teams on vessel projects and hold all accountable for completing tasks and assignments.
Assist Captain in making sure "everyone always has something to do!".
Lead by example.
Engineer on all vessels in the fleet, including ocean tugs.
Figure out how to engineer any boat without prior knowledge or instruction.
Maximize efficiency in operations of the engineering of the vessel including maintaining a constant state of readiness.
Manage dry-dockings and repairs.
Act as your own project manager.
Interact with and manage vendors, regulatory bodies, shipyards, and the Curtin Shoreside Team.
Participate in the creation of SOPs and other training content.
Commission new vessels to the fleet, including creating critical spares lists and standard operating procedures.
Take a dark dead boat with nothing on it and get it ready to work!