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 Port Engineer - Long Beach, California, United States

   
Job information
Posted by: Crowley 
Hiring entity type: Transportation 
Work authorization: Existing work authorization required for United States
Position type: Direct Hire, Full-Time 
Compensation: ******
Benefits: 401(k) -
Dental Insurance -
Disability Insurance -
Health Insurance -
Life Insurance -
Paid Training -
Paid Vacation -
 
Relocation: Not specified 
Position functions: Engineering - Other
Transportation
 
Travel: Unspecified 
Accept candidates: in same country 
Languages: English - Fluent
 
Minimum education: Bachelor Degree 
Minimum years experience:
Resumes accepted in: English
Cover letter: No cover letter requested
Virtual interview questions: No questions which require answers when applying for this job posting.
Job code: / Latpro-1825423 
Date posted: Dec-03-2009
State, Zip: California, 90802

Description

Management position responsible for the repair, maintenance, modifications and operations of vessels, equipment and facilities assigned to a specific port, region or operating company. Responsible for the direction, interpretation and administration of government contracts and company policies and procedures. Coordinates with multiple departments to ensure all operations are carried out safely and in conformance with all applicable laws and regulations. Assists in the development and adherence of the maintenance and repair budgets, as well as controls expenditures within limitations of a designated project's budget. Responsible for implementation and monitoring of Government Quality Assurance Plans, contract deliverables and configuration management. Responsible for monitoring vessel maintenance and repair status in the vessel maintenance and purchasing program (NS5), identify deficiencies and report as required.


Requirements

Bachelors degree in engineering or at least 10 years in an engineering related field. Licensed engineer.

Minimum 5 years experience in marine engineering and operations, with sailing as senior engineer (chief engineer or first assistant engineer) unlimited horsepower preferred. Knowledge of government repair, purchasing and logistics program preferred.

Works outside in conditions of both hot and cold temperatures as well as inside in an office environment. Must be able to crouch and stoop to get into areas with restricted headroom, to climb ladders and to lift and carry 50-75 lbs. Exposed to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels and potentially hazardous equipment. Ability to board vessels in rough weather and sea conditions. Long hours, ability to travel, weekend duties and 24-hour 'on-call' status are essential job requirements. Must comply with all work rules, including those that pertain to safety and health.