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Port Engineer

Flagship Management
New Orleans, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/2/2026

Port Engineer - New Orleans metro

Our client, a leading provider of tug and towing services in the US, is looking for a Port Engineer in New Orleans to join their team. In this role, you will oversee all daily operations and preventative maintenance of the equipment on the vessels and engines. Working with the tug engineers, you will troubleshoot and repair any issues that arise while ensuring that daily duties and proper work techniques are being followed. We are looking for someone with the following:

  • Maritime Academy graduate strongly preferred, will consider HS diploma with engineering experience on tugs
  • Minimum of 2-3 years experience in the tug industry, tank barge experience a major plus
  • Sailing time as licensed engineer or previous shoreside tug experience
  • Able to communicate effectively, taking ownership for jobs/tasks to completion
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office
  • Currently authorized to work in the US, no visa or sponsorship at this time. Must have or be able to obtain MMD and TWIC

In return for the above, our client offers a generous base salary, paid vacation and excellent benefits. This is a great opportunity for someone to leverage their tug/engineering experience either at sea or shoreside with an established organization that continues to enjoy year to year growth.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $135,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • marine engineering: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • New Orleans, LA 70129 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • New Orleans, LA 70129: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $135,000 - $150,000

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