Stabbert Maritime is a family-owned company with a proud legacy spanning over 50 years and two generations. We provide a comprehensive range of innovative solutions and support services to clients in the offshore scientific research, subsea, defense, and ship repair industries. Our diverse operational fleet serves the science, research, offshore energy, defense, and renewable energy sectors, delivering reliable and specialized maritime services. Stabbert is currently looking for a Assistant Engineer to join our fleet.

Position Summary: 

The Assistant Engineer position supports the senior engineering team in operation, maintenance, and repair of shipboard machinery and systems. Responsible for assisting in the management of propulsion systems, auxiliary equipment, and safety systems to ensure smooth efficient vessel operations. They conduct routine inspections, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards. This role reports to the Chief Engineer. 

Essential Functions:

• Working  under the direction of the Chief Engineer to ensure the safe operation of all machinery, electrical, and technical areas of the vessel. 
• Support  the vessel engineering department in adhering to all safety and flag requirements.
• Complete all assigned work with the highest regard for safety.
• Support the Chief Engineer to ensure that main engines and associated machinery including, electrical, refrigeration, air conditioning units onboard the ship are operating efficiently.
• Ensure Chief Engineer is kept informed of the status of all equipment and work accomplished, including any SMS non-conformities.
• Keep detailed engine room logs noting all failures, maintenance, and repair done to equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to analyze problems via communication while a vessel is at sea or in a remote location.
• Good communication and interpersonal  skills; capable of maintaining strong relationships both with the team and      customers.
• Time management skills with the ability  to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be well-organized, detail and customer-oriented (internal and external), self-starter, self-motivated, prioritize duties, and follow through with tasks to completion as necessary.
• Working knowledge in MS Office and Adobe DC.

Education and/or Requirements:

• License Requirements – USCG 1st, 2nd or 3rd Assistant Engineer Unlimited
• Valid STCW certifications
• Must have a US Passport
• Experience with diesel-electric systems
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems
• Basic knowledge of electrical, refrigeration, air conditioning, and hydraulic systems
• Results-oriented, self-starter with a high level of initiative
• Strong ability to organize and communicate with others
• Strong work ethics, values, and principles with safety the first priority

Position Content

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, and working conditions associated with the positions. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, these requirements may change over time. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

Stabbert Maritime is a family-owned and operated maritime company. We take pride in our vessels, teams, and the ability to think outside the box to solve our customers' needs. If you are looking to be part of a dynamic team with a company that focuses on its people and understands the importance of quality and work-life balance, please send your resume.