Efficiency. Innovation. Integrity. These are our 3 Pillars. At Curtin Maritime, these core values are the framework for safe performance and operational excellence; proof of these pillars is evident in our people and our fleet. For 25 years, Curtin Maritime has been an industry leader in quality maritime solutions. We are a dynamic Marine Construction and Marine Transportation company experiencing rapid growth. Our team provides customers with a complete suite of maritime solutions, allowing us the incredible opportunity to work on unique projects in some of the most amazing places on earth.

THIS ROLE: 

Curtin Maritime is looking for innovative thinkers who have high accountability and ownership and take pride in their work. This is a great opportunity for a mechanical dredge Captain, Chief Engineer, or Dredge Manager looking to transition to a shoreside support position, this experience is highly desirable but not an absolute requirement. The preferred candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in an engineering position, or a similar mechanical aptitude, on mechanical dredges, marine derricks, or large tugboats and must have hands-on mechanical skills on various marine equipment. This is a hybrid position with the majority of time spent on the dredge/project site, shipyard, and regional/home office. This position requires a rotating schedule, likely working 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Support dredge equipment package (mechanical dredge, scows, drag barge, support vessels) along with Dredge Captain and Vessel Engineers & Engineering/Yard Support Staff (Shoreside Mechanics/Welders) to maximize efficient operations and run time.
• Support implementation of Engineering policies and procedures
• Purchasing related to normal vessel operations
• Enforcement of Helm Connect related to engineering tasks
• Assist as directed with all Engineering and Marine Transportation department needs
• Coordinate assigning tasks to vessel engineers
• Primary Point of Contact for Dredge Captain and Vessel Engineers
• Enforce Tasks are completed in a timely manner
• Ensure Parts Requests are completed and delivered to the vessel
• Assist in the management of work plans for the dredge equipment package through Helm Connect
• Attend vessel shipyard/drydock periods, report on progress and budgets
• Assist in mobilization and outfitting efforts of dredge equipment
• Enforce Engineering policies and procedures for all vessels to maintain all dredging equipment to Curtin Maritime’s high standards
• Actively participate in training programs
• Liaison with purchasing department
• Review requisitions relating to engineering before Vice President - Dredging approval
• Assist in determining vendors and tracking specific parts
• Assist in locating rental support equipment when owned equipment is unavailable
• Assist in the acquisition of new assets
• Ensure all planned and completed tasks are input in Helm Connect
• Ensure all staff are utilizing Helm Connect properly
• Significant travel will be required for this position to attend vessels working on various project sites, as well as managing shipyard projects.

WHO YOU ARE:

Certifications and Other Requirements

• At least 10 years of related experience in an engineering position, or a similar mechanical aptitude, on mechanical dredges, marine derricks, or large tugboats
• Hands-on mechanical skills on various marine equipment is required
• TWIC Card

Mental Aptitudes

• Ability to handle stressful situations with focus.
• Understanding importance and taking pride and responsibility in mastering the small things, before mastering the big ones.
• Understand and respect the chain of command. Ability to take direction no matter how it is given.
• Continuously demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and ownership by being proactive in all situations /tasks.

Physical Aptitudes

• The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces
• Able to work in confined spaces and carry heavy tools for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift, and carry heavy items, climb onto barges, and up and down ladders.
• Must be comfortable entering tanks and other confined spaces
• Must be able to work in difficult conditions with exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, wind, heat, etc.)
• Must be comfortable working aboard boats and barges using heavy lines, winches, and mechanical tools for repairs
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work when exposed to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels, and potentially hazardous equipment.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive Compensation
• Generous benefits package including:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Short-term Disability
  • AD&D/Life Insurance
  • 401k (with company match)
  • Additional option to elect incremental Life Insurance for employee and dependents, and choice to elect Health and/or Dependent Flexible Spending Account.

Curtin Maritime is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.