Outside Machinist Specialist $5,000 Sign On Bonus

Oceaneering•Chesapeake, VA

7h•$37 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

The Outside Machinist Specialist supports submarine maintenance and repair for Oceaneering’s Marine Services Division. This expert-level technical authority performs and oversees complex, high-precision mechanical operations, alignments, system diagnostics, and NAVSEA-quality inspections. The role involves installing, repairing, testing, and inspecting shipboard mechanical systems and machinery, while collaborating across trades and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and documentation requirements. Overtime may be available or required based on project needs, and travel may be required up to 75% of the year. The position is classified as SHOP/OUTDOORS, with primarily daytime outdoor work and occasional night work. Conditions may include exposure to moving and vibrating equipment, humidity often above 90%, noise above 85 decibels, intense light or glare, dust, fumes, gases, occasional flames or hot equipment, and hot or cold environments. The role involves medium physical work, including lifting, climbing, standing, balancing, stooping, reaching, working in confined spaces, and operating motor vehicles. Oceaneering offers a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; mental health and wellness resources; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance; paid parental and maternity leave; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; and an Employee Assistance Program. The company also describes learning and development opportunities, ongoing education, internal promotion, and long-term career advancement.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 10 years of experience as a Marine Equipment Mechanic or in similar maritime industry work.
Expert ability to execute and oversee complex mechanical operations, including critical alignments, precision dimensional work, high-risk rebuilds, and root-cause troubleshooting.
Ability to train, mentor, and qualify other craftsmen in mechanical procedures, safety practices, and documentation standards.
Experience leading and validating controlled-work packages with procedural compliance, documentation, material accountability, inspection readiness, and configuration control.
Ability to interpret, validate, and teach complex technical documentation, including tolerances, configuration inconsistencies, detailed instructions, and revision requirements.
Ability to obtain government base access, required security clearances, and extensive technical certifications, such as NAVSEA Hatch Inspector, Electroplating, Deep Submergence Systems SOC MCD A/B/C, and SUBSAFE qualification.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Must be a U.S. citizen and not a dual citizen of another country.
Ability to collaborate effectively across trades while maintaining a professional demeanor.
Ability to use basic computer systems to access training modules, communicate by email, and review required work documentation.

Nice To Haves

Apprenticeship training, vocational schooling, or equivalent military mechanical experience.
15 or more years of experience as a Marine Equipment Mechanic or in similar maritime industry work.

Responsibilities

Set up, align, and operate portable machining tools and hand tools.
Use precision measuring instruments, including calipers, verniers, and height/depth gauges, to record measurements accurately.
Review and interpret blueprints, sketches, and technical specifications for repair and installation work.
Diagnose and troubleshoot abnormal mechanical conditions and recommend corrective actions on complex systems.
Disassemble, repair, install, test, and inspect shipboard machinery, including propulsion machinery; pumps, valves, and launchers; ventilation equipment and discharge machinery; steering gear and propulsion plants; evaporators, heaters, and condensers; and torpedo tubes, shutter doors, and antenna mast mechanical groups.
Complete required documentation, inspections, and equipment testing.
Oversee and execute adherence to safety protocols and quality standards, including SUBSAFE and DSS-SOC, and ensure work meets NAVSEA and company standards.
Use required personal protective equipment for skin, body, hearing, and vision protection.
Train, certify, and mentor machinists and other junior craftsmen as needed.
Provide technical oversight and train team members in mechanical procedures, blueprint interpretation, and tolerance requirements.
Collaborate with team members to maintain safe, efficient, and high-quality work practices.
Communicate professionally with coworkers and customers, provide timely and accurate status updates using appropriate technical language, and coordinate with Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Project Management teams.
Perform additional duties as assigned.