Assistant Chief Engineer

905 Pier Road

Orange, TX, 77630, United States

Job Description

-The Assistant Chief Engineer provides power and services to a hydraulic cutter suction dredge and is responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance, including its equipment and furnishings. Ensures equipment is maintained and serviced to achieve the optimum economic life cycle and predictable reliability within its life cycle. This is a management position responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of the dredging equipment; coordinating and assisting with repairs, scheduled and preventative maintenance; supervising the engine room crew and contracted repair / service crews.

-The Assistant Chief Engineer reports to the Chief Engineer while assigned to their respective vessel.

Responsibilities

-Directly supervise the day-to-day engine room operations and maintenance on the dredge and attendant plant.

-Oversee and manage activities of vendor repair crews on dredge and attendant plant.

-Manage the computer-based vessel level preventative maintenance management program, to include maintenance and inventory documentation and recordkeeping (training provided).

-Assign and supervise all activities of engine room crew.

-Ensure proper orientation, familiarization and mentoring for new crew members. Evaluate performance of subordinates and recognize, develop, and promote talented crewmembers.

-Mentor all crewmembers and promote safety awareness in all operations. Lead pre-shift meetings, Job Safety Analyses, and safety “walk arounds” on the dredge and attendant vessels.

-Coordinate vessel maintenance operations with Chief Engineer, Captain and Project Management staff; coordinate and communicate equipment issues with the Dredge and Maintenance Managers.

-Participate in emergency drills as required by the Regulatory Authority and MWD Management.

-Ensure vessel meets all regulatory requirements and is properly prepared for inspections.

Requirements

-Experience in marine engineering, including supervisory experience; dredging experience is a plus.

-Excellent safety, mechanical and leadership skills.

-Working knowledge of electrical systems i.e., motor controls, DC drives, circuits, etc.

-Proficient computer skills and maintaining information databases.

-Ability to work 84-hour work week. 21 days on, 14 days off, revised as necessary.

Benefits

-Competitive salary with annual performance and salary reviews. Eligible for yearend bonus.

-401(k) program through Fidelity Investments, includes 100% company matching of the first 4% of employee contributions; immediate vesting; and profit-sharing contributions by the company based on company’s annual performance.

-Medical, Dental, Prescription, Life and LTD insurance plans.

Equal Employment Opportunity

-Muddy Water Dredging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, marital or civil union or domestic partner relationship, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, pregnancy status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.

-Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ABOUT US

-Founded in 2021, Muddy Water Dredging LP’s goal is to become the premier dredging company for operational performance, environmental quality, and safety. Our company provides various services from maintenance dredging to coastal and marsh restoration. Excellent training, a great work culture, and state of the art equipment ensure that we provide market setting satisfaction while preserving the environment, economy, and community we work and live in.