Manager, Engineering

Overview

Who We Are:

As a privately held, U.S.-owned and operated company, Crowley provides services to 36 nations and island territories. Our purpose is to bravely advance what's possible to elevate people and planet, with our core values of Integrity, Sustainability and Drive guiding everything we do.

By expanding and innovating our services, we have expanded our footprint in services within the Logistics, Land Transportation, Shipping, Wind and Fuel industries. Crowley and its affiliated companies have generated more than $3.5 billion in annual revenue through our people's focus on excellence and a culture that values everyone's voices and collaboration.

To continue laying the groundwork and challenge what's possible for our business, we seek to partner with individuals ready to elevate their careers with us.

Work Arrangement

Hybrid in Jacksonville, FL or Norfolk, VA

Why Join Crowley?

This opportunity offers the chance to play an essential role in restoring America’s Maritime dominance by partnering with the Maritime Administration’s (MARAD) Ready Reserve Force.

What You'll Do

The Technical Manager supports the MARAD Ready Reserve Force (RRF) under the ship management contract by providing technical oversight, planning, and execution of maintenance, repair, and regulatory compliance activities. This role ensures vessels are maintained in accordance with contract requirements, funded appropriately through MARAD, and are ready to meet activation and mission expectations.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical oversight of vessel maintenance, repair, and readiness activities across assigned vessels.
• Plan and support execution of shipyard periods, including drydock, repairs, and inspections.
• Coordinate with ABS, USCG, and other regulatory bodies to maintain class and certification requirements.
• Develop and review technical work packages, repair specifications, and scopes of work.
• Provide technical oversight of vessel maintenance, repair, and readiness activities across assigned vessels.
• Plan and support execution of shipyard periods, including drydock, repairs, and inspections.
• Coordinate with ABS, USCG, and other regulatory bodies to maintain class and certification requirements.
• Develop and review technical work packages, repair specifications, and scopes of work.
• Support development and execution of Approved Baseline Business Plans (ABBP) in alignment with MARAD funding.
• Understand and manage financial aspects of vessel maintenance, including cost estimates, budgets, and funding alignment.
• Ensure work is properly scoped, justified, and executed within approved MARAD funding.
• Monitor vessel condition and identify gaps, risks, and required corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Port Engineers, Program Managers, and Operations to align technical execution with contract requirements.
• Support vendor selection, technical evaluations, and oversight of contractor performance.
• Ensure all technical work is properly documented and aligned with contract deliverables.
• Track progress of technical work and provide clear status updates to internal and external stakeholders.
  
  

Qualifications

Education & Credentials:

Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or related field preferred.

Experience

• 5 years of maritime engineering, shipyard, or vessel operations experience.
• Experience with shipyard execution, drydock planning, and vessel maintenance programs.
• Working knowledge of ABS, USCG, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of ship systems and marine engineering principles.
• Working knowledge of budgeting, cost control, and contract funding structures.
  
  

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of ABS, USCG, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of ship systems and marine engineering principles.
• Working knowledge of budgeting, cost control, and contract funding structures.
  
  

What We Offer?

We inspire top talent by offering a comprehensive and competitive package that supports the diverse needs of our people—on land, at sea, in offices, and remotely.

Our Total Rewards Include

• Competitive pay with recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, and paid vacation and holidays
• Leave and family support: parental leave and sick leave
• Learning and growth: access to training and development for continuous skill development
• Well-being resources: Employee Assistance Program, wellness program, and gym membership discounts
  
  

At Crowley, we invest in you—your success, your health, and your future.