Tugboat Engineer

Curtin Maritime • Long Beach, CA

1d • $450 - $875 • Onsite

About The Position

Engineers will work directly with the Port Engineer, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency and maintaining the Curtin Standard onboard. This is a full-time position. Days and hours are project specific and will require significant time/travel away from home. This position frequently requires long hours, weekend work, and 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.
• “Figuring it out.” 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
• All those listed in Engineer I & II
• DDE 1000
• Engineer on all vessels in the fleet, including ocean tugs.
• “Figuring it out.” 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.
• 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. “Take a dark dead boat with nothing on it and get it ready to work!”
• 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.
• 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. “Take a dark dead boat with nothing on it and get it ready to work!”
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• MMC QMED/Oiler
• Able Seaman Endorsement
• STCW Basic Training
• STCW - RFPEW
• STCW – RFPEW, AS-Engine
• STCW - OICEW

Responsibilities

• Work directly with the Port Engineer, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency and maintaining the Curtin Standard onboard.
• Take ownership of assigned vessels. Maintain inventories, work plans, and be proactive in creating requisitions and leaving 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, don’t just say how it should be done. Do it!
• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• AD&D/Life Insurance
• 401k (with company match)
• Additional option to elect incremental Life Insurance for employee and dependents, and choice to elect Health and/or Dependent Flexible Spending Account.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed