Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company, LLC Freeport , TX 77541
Posted 1 week ago
Licensed Engineer
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a Licensed Engineer
About the Company:
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition, Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil, ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating, production and project management functions. In its over 133-year history, the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry, comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Company's Incident-and Injury-Free (IIF) safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Company's culture. The Company's commitment to the IIF culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount.
Responsibilities:
Follow all company safety and environmental protection policies and procedures
Assists in the overall maintenance and repair of shipboard equipment, including diesel engines, pumps, winches, hydraulic systems, refrigeration equipment, electrical equipment, compressors and machinery for pollution prevention defined in the MARPOL convention
Stand watch as engineer-in-charge assumes responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the engine room equipment
Assist in inventory of machinery, parts, and equipment on board the vessel
Advising Chief Engineer on ordering of spares and consumables
Follow the Reliability Assured Maintenance (RAM) program
Verify, and record the daily, weekly and monthly-required inspections in NS Enterprise
Maintain logs and ledgers regarding the overall performance of the dredge's equipment by monitoring various computer devices, meters, and gauges
Perform duties of the Chief Engineer as requested or in the event of an emergency
Requirements:
Must possess a valid USCG license for 3rd Assistant Engineer of unlimited horsepower or higher with no restrictions
Merchant Mariners Credentials (MMC)
Valid TWIC
Valid U.S. Passport Preferred
Analytical skills to troubleshoot, operate, and repair assigned ship equipment and to interpret technical manuals, blueprints, etc
Ability to diagnose, repair and maintain various engineering machinery
Ability to properly operationally test equipment after repairing same
Experienced in the use of hand and power tools
Experienced in the use of common machine shop equipment including drill press and lath
Knowledge of marine fuel systems and fueling operations
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Possess basic welding skills using oxygen and acetylene
Ability to use Microsoft Office
Benefits:
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or other status protected by law or regulation.
GLDD participates in E-Verify as required by law.
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company, LLC