Tugboat Engineer

Curtin Maritime•Jacksonville, FL

10d•$450 - $875•Remote

About The Position

Curtin Maritime is a dynamic Marine Construction and Marine Transportation company experiencing rapid growth, and they are seeking Tugboat Engineers. 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 company provides fully paid, company-coordinated travel to and from the vessel, and offers competitive compensation with a generous benefits package.

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
Basic proficiency in operation of Vessel Management System (VMS)
Understanding and compliance with the Curtin Standard
Thorough recordkeeping and reporting to Port Engineer
MMC – QMED/Oiler (for Engineer II and above)
STCW Basic Training (for Engineer II and above)
Skilled in all Deckhand I – III position duties (for Engineer II)
Engineer “signed off” on multiple vessels in the fleet (for Engineer II)
DDE 1000 (for Engineer III)
DDE 4000 (for Engineer IV)
DDE Any HP – 500 Ton (for Engineer V)
STCW – RFPEW (preferred for Engineer III, IV, V)
STCW - AS-Engine (preferred for Engineer IV, V)
STCW - OICEW (preferred for Engineer V)
Attention to detail / excellent organizational skills
Ability to handle stressful situations with focus, including safe and effective decision-making under potentially dangerous conditions.
Continuously demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and ownership by being proactive in all situations/tasks.
Understanding the importance of being a mentor, the ability to invest in the development and success of others.
Superior communication skills, ability to speak to your audience whether it be the office or instructing/training multi-levels of crew, etc.
Strong logistical and mechanical reasoning skills, ability to not only plan and execute voyage, but also have a complete understanding of the vessel (mechanical and movement).
Agility to traverse uneven ground and walk, gangways at various heights.
Agility to bend, stoop, or squat frequently and climb high steps/ladders several times a day.
Ability to lift 40 pounds safely; moving equipment that is heavy, large, or awkward.
Physical dexterity and strength to catch and handle lines; makeup tows with wire rigging; operate deck machinery; work on equipment that is poorly accessible.
Ability to work below decks in an area that may experience periods of darkness; work in confined spaces.
Ability to think clearly during stressful situations or during an emergency.
Ability to perform emergency duties and use emergency equipment onboard the vessel.
Demonstrate good personal hygiene, always maintain cleanliness.
Must be able to swim.
Proficient utilization and operation of VMS (for Engineer II and above).
Beginning understanding of Sub-M, ABS, and USCG requirements (for Engineer II).
Full utilization and operation of VMS (for Engineer III and above).
Thorough understanding of Sub-M, ABS, and USCG requirements (for Engineer III and above).
Experience participating in external and internal audits (for Engineer III and above).
Proven track record of performance in the VMS as well as training others in its use and function (for Engineer III and above).
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. (for Engineer IV and V).
Well versed in completing external and internal audits, as well as participating in building audit criteria to improve the Curtin Standard (for Engineer IV and V).

Nice To Haves

Able Seaman Endorsement
STCW Basic Training (for Engineer I)
STCW - RFPEW (for Engineer III, IV, V)
STCW - AS-Engine (for Engineer IV, V)
STCW - OICEW (for Engineer V)

Responsibilities

Work directly with the Port Engineer and Vessel Captain.
Apply core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency.
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 found.
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.
Manage dry-dockings and repairs.
Act as your own project manager, interacting with and managing vendors, regulatory bodies, shipyards, and the Curtin Shoreside Team.
Participate in the creation of SOPs and other training content.
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.
Commission new vessels to the fleet, including creating critical spares lists and standard operating procedures.
Perform emergency duties and use emergency equipment onboard the vessel.
Clean and maintain an engine room to the Curtin Standard.
Operate deck machinery.
Work on equipment that is poorly accessible.
Perform heavy repair experience including engine overhauls, power pack replacement.
Perform system installation on new and retrofit applications including repowers, hydraulic, and other plumbing systems.
Basic welding skills.