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Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company, LLC · 3 months ago

Watch Engineer

Mobile, AL, US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States, and they are seeking a Watch Engineer to work on a Hydraulic Dredge. The role involves responsibility for mechanical and electrical equipment onboard the vessel, performing routine tasks, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining equipment logs.

Maritime

Responsibilities

Assigned to work on a Hydraulic Dredge to be responsible for all of the mechanical and electrical equipment, motors and engines onboard the vessel

Work alongside the Chief Engineer on a project when repairs are needed

Perform many routine tasks such as hooking up hoses, cleaning up and assisting with fuel transfer operations

Troubleshoot with the Chief Engineer and other crew members when conducting a repair or to determine a malfunction

Make periodic checks and visually inspects equipment such as, but not limited to: engines, motors, pumps, batteries, gauges and valves

Maintain logs, ledgers and work orders regarding the overall performance of the dredge’s equipment by monitoring various computer devices, meters, and gauges

Lift, carry, pull or push items weighing up to 75 lbs. when assisting with repairs, the length of the vessel, and below deck

Qualification

Watch Engineer experienceHydraulic Dredge knowledgeTWIC certificationProficient computer skillsCommunication skills

Required

Must have at least 1 year of experience as Watch Engineer or 'Engineer-of-the-Watch' or prior watch standing experience in engine rooms or heavy machinery

Must be able to learn engineering systems associated with dredge equipment

Must be able perform specialized work aboard the Dredge and attendant plant

Must be able to travel

Excellent written and oral communication and organizing skills – in a fast-paced multi-task work environment

Must have a valid TWIC

Must have reliable transportation

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent

Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push parts or supplies weighing up to 75lbs

Proficient computer skills and maintaining information data bases