Port Engineer

Marquette Transportation Company•Saint Rose, LA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Port Engineer will provide shore-side and on-board engineering support to the vessel fleet, covering mechanical, electrical, HVAC, general repairs, and technical support. This role involves supporting and coaching shore-side Mechanics and Vessel Engineers, and assisting the Project Manager with machinery and equipment for replacement and new construction. The Port Engineer will also help develop specifications for new construction projects or repowers, and contribute to the development of maintenance and repair projections for vessels. Direct supervision of dry-dockings and major repairs, including managing associated costs and RFQs, will be required. The position involves visiting vessels in operation for repair and preventive maintenance planning, maintaining annual and quarterly inspections, and conducting vessel crew training. Advanced troubleshooting of machinery and equipment, and communication and coordination with other departments (Port Captains, VQSE’s, Purchasing, Inventory Manager) are key responsibilities. Travel to vessels, including out-of-town stays, is necessary, as is standing on-call weekend/evening duty rotation. The Port Engineer must observe, follow, and enforce all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment and proper use of equipment and tools. The role also includes supporting and managing oil sample analysis reports for assigned vessels, and managing all work orders, purchase orders, observations, and deficiencies for assigned operating vessels daily.

Requirements

Marine Engineering or related technical degree preferred.
Good working knowledge of marine mechanical and electrical systems.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
Excellent driving record and ability to travel up to 60%.
Must have a valid driver’s license and TWIC card.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of USCG and Sub Chapter M rules and regulations, preferred.
Knowledge of ZF Marine Z drive units, twin Disc, Reintjes, Faulk reduction gears a plus.
Knowledge of Caterpillar, Cummins, John Deere, EMD, Mitsubishi engines preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide shore side and on-board engineering support to vessel fleet (Mechanical, electrical, HVAC, general repairs, and technical support).
Support and coach shore-side Mechanics and Vessel Engineers.
Assist Project Manager with machinery and equipment for replacement and new construction.
Assist Project Manager with developing specifications for new construction projects or repowers.
Assist with development of maintenance and repair projections for vessels.
Directly supervise as needed dry-dockings and major repairs and manage all associated costs/RFQ’s.
Visit vessels in operation for repair and preventive maintenance planning and maintaining annual inspections, quarterly inspections, and vessel crew training.
Assist in advanced troubleshooting of machinery and equipment as required.
Communicate and coordinate all work and plans with other departments (Port Captains, VQSE’s, Purchasing, Inventory Manager).
Travel as needed to vessels in performance of duties, including out-of-town stays.
Stand on call weekend/evening duty rotation.
Observe and follow and enforce all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment and proper use of equipment and tools.
Support and manage oil sample analysis reports for your assigned vessels.
Manage all work orders and purchase orders with your assigned operating vessels (Daily).
Manage all observations and deficiencies for your assigned vessels (Daily).