Assistant Marine Engineer

5 days ago


Newport, Newport, United Kingdom Oregon State University Full time

About the Position:

The Assistant Marine Engineer will play a critical role in the safe and efficient operation of our research vessels. This individual will assist the Chief Engineer in performing routine maintenance tasks, repairing complex equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

This position requires strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintenance, repair, and overhaul of ship's machinery: hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and ballast systems; air conditioning; refrigeration; fresh water and saltwater firefighting system; and winches, hoists, blocks, boats/motors, etc.
  • Keeps inventory records. Maintains stocks of supplies and spare parts for ship's machinery, equipment, piping, and mechanical systems, and hydraulic systems.
  • Assists in fueling and watering the vessel and keeps records of fuel, water, and lubricating oil consumption for the Chief Engineer.
  • Installation and at-sea repair of mechanical and electrical scientific equipment as requested.
  • Actively participates in shipboard drills and emergency training, including training ashore.

Licensing and Certifications:

  • US Coast Guard Designated Duty Engineer license 4000 HP or better
  • STCW endorsements as appropriate for the position
  • Ability to obtain a passport
  • Meet Coast Guard drug testing requirements
  • Ability to speak, read, and write English

Requirements:

  • Assistant Engineer Limited Oceans license or higher issued by the USCG

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Three years of experience working on research vessels
  • Ability to weld and cut metal using arc and gas processes
  • K-POS DP Maintenance Training

Working Conditions / Work Schedule:

The employee in this position is required to work on board OSU operated research vessels at sea on research cruises that may last from one day to three weeks or more before returning to port, in ocean and weather conditions which are highly variable.

Ship Operations is a seven day per week operation; therefore, weekend and holiday work may be required. Shift and/or work assignment may change based on operational needs.

Estimated Salary: $95,000 - $115,000 per year



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