9TS811 - Fleet Project Engineer
Saltchuk CompaniesDescription <-- Simple Share Buttons Adder 7.4.17 simplesharebuttons.com -->TwitterLinkedinFacebookGooglePinterestemailFLEET PROJECTS ENGINEERJob DescriptionThe Fleet Projects Engineer reporting to the Director of Ship Management is responsible for planning managing and executing technical projects across the designated fleet. This position provides engineering expertise and project management sup
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port for vessel modifications capital improvements regulatory initiatives reliability programs equipment upgrades and fleet modernization efforts.Working closely with Port Engineers vessel crews shipyards vendors classification societies regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders the Fleet Projects Engineer serves as a technical resource and project leader focused on improving vessel reliability safety environmental performance operational efficiency and long-term asset value.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesProject Leadership & ExecutionLead fleet-wide capital improvement projects from concept through commissioning and closeout.Develop project scopes technical specifications cost estimates schedules and bid packages in collaboration with Port Engineers vessel personnel and key stakeholders.Manage project budgets and coordinate contractors shipyards consultants OEMs vessel crews and other stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.Prepare capital expenditure requests business justifications and project performance reports.Engineering & Technical SupportProvide technical support and guidance to Port Engineers vessel personnel and shore-side teams on complex equipment and system issues.Conduct root-cause investigations and develop corrective action recommendations.Review engineering drawings vendor proposals technical manuals and repair specifications.Develop lifecycle replacement strategies for major vessel equipment and systems.Fleet Improvement & ModernizationSupport drydock planning vessel modifications equipment upgrades and major repair projects while coordinating activities among vessel crews Port Engineers and external service providers.Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities for reliability safety sustainability and efficiency improvements.Support regulatory compliance initiatives involving the U.S. Coast Guard USCG classification societies and other regulatory authorities.Collaboration & Stakeholder ManagementCollaborate with vessel crews Port Engineers shipyards vendors regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication alignment of project objectives and successful project outcomes.Support special assignments emerging business needs and other duties as assigned by the Director of Ship Management.Education & ExperienceRequiredBachelor&8217s degree in Marine Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Naval Architecture or a related engineering discipline or an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience in marine engineering vessel technical management ship repair or related maritime operations.Minimum of five 5 years of progressively responsible marine engineering ship repair vessel technical management or project management experience.Demonstrated experience managing engineering projects vessel modifications maintenance programs or capital improvements.PreferredExperience supporting electric propulsion systems.Experience with marine power generation and distribution systems.Experience with vessel automation and control systems.Chief Engineer License or equivalent maritime engineering experience.PMP certification or equivalent project management training.Knowledge Skills & AbilitiesStrong knowledge of marine engineering systems and vessel operations.Demonstrated project management and organizational skills.Ability to develop technical specifications and scopes of work.Strong analytical troubleshooting and root-cause analysis abilities.Knowledge of shipyard repair processes maintenance practices and lifecycle asset