Responsibilities/Duties Ensures all vessel engineers are properly trained, qualified, and comply with a regulatory training and/or certification requirements.

Port Engineer will respond to all discrepancies and deficiencies in a timely manner. Supervises the timely and cost effective maintenance, repair, modifications, and refurbishment projects of existing fleet. In consultation with the VP of Engineering develops dry-docking specifications, vendor bid packages, and evaluation projects. Monitors the contractor and/or shipyard during maintenance and repair projects. Conducts on-site surveys of vessels and equipment to determine maintenance and repair needs. Makes repair recommendations to VP Engineering. Analyzes problems and interfaces with appropriate operations personnel. Other duties as assigned.

• Familiar with ABS - Sub M rules and regulations.
• 2-3 years shipyard repair experience.
• 3-5 years’ experience at sea as an engineer (Chief Engineer is highly preferred). 
• Port Engineering experience in the maritime industry required.   
• Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written.
• Result oriented problem solving ability.
• Ability to climb, crawl, pull, push, lift and carry heavy items (up to 75 lbs.)
• Ability to operate company vehicles and field tools.
• Ability to multi task, and apply sound judgment when evaluating situations.
• Must be able to satisfy all USCG Chemical Drug Testing Programs for Vessel personnel and pass a USCG physical examination and HPE.

• TWIC required
• Experience using computerized preventive maintenance programs
• 25% Travel is required