Texas A&M University · 4 months ago
Second Assistant Engineer
Galveston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$10,833.34/mo - $10,833.34/mo
3+ years expTexas A&M University at Galveston is seeking a Second Assistant Engineer to participate in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the ship's equipment and systems. The role involves managing machinery spaces and mentoring engineering cadets while ensuring the proper functioning of various systems aboard the training ship.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
The duties include fuel oil service and transfer equipment and systems, cooling water systems (central fresh water and salt water), chillers, refrigeration, bilge systems, oily water separator, oil content monitor
The 2nd Assistant Engineer shall assist as directed in the operation and maintenance of the ship service generator engines and controls, engine safety systems, etc
The 2nd Assistant Engineer shall be a qualified watch stander and be capable of leading and participating in an engineering watch as necessary and directed when the vessel is underway as well as while the vessel is in port
Serves as a mentor to engineering cadets in the engine license program to the extent that it does not interfere with the primary duties of the operation and maintenance of the equipment and systems enumerated above
Assists in the training and development of cadets aboard the training ship
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in maritime engineering or any equivalent combination of education and experience
Three years as a licensed engineer where the license requirement is for a license of unlimited horsepower. One of these years shall be aboard motor vessels
US Merchant Marine License- 2nd Assistant Engineer (Motor, Unlimited) current
STCW Medical Certificate
STCW Endorsements as applicable for international voyages
Valid Passport
Preferred
Universal Refrigeration Technician
Good communication skills
Ability to work with and mentor college-age cadets; 3rd Assistant Engineer (Steam, Unlimited); 3rd Assistant Engineer (Gas Turbine, Unlimited); ETO
Company
Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.
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