PORT ENGINEER
LOCATION: NSWC Panama City
This position is contingent on a proposal.
Candidates with experience working at NSWC Panama City are highly preferred.
The Port Engineer will be responsible for managing the material and operational readiness for vessels operated by VETS by managing shipyard logistics; preventative maintenance; regular and major repairs and/or upgrades to vessels; loading/unloading dock facilities; engineering related safety training; and equipment operation. Position develops SOP’s and instructions in respect to vessel engineering. Ensures compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations and policy.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Ensures compliance with company policy state and federal laws and regulations, safety and industry standards.
• Ensures the operational readiness of the vessels.
• Works with US Government representatives pertaining to design, operation and implementation of equipment installation or vessel alterations.
• Maintains records of vessel maintenance.
• Prepares specifications, with the assistance of the vessel Master, and Chief Engineer, for vessel dry-docking, major machinery overhauls, modifications and upgrades to ship operations.
• Manages logistics associated with vessels, shipyard repairs, inventory, maintenance, shipping and receiving.
• Maintains an adequate supply of repair parts and maintenance materials.
• Organizes, directs and supervises the Engine Department to provide safe, efficient and economical operation of ship's machinery, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Supervision of engineering positions including plan, assign and approve work; rewards/discipline; respond to grievances; hire/fire (or effectively recommend); prepare and sign performance evaluations/reviews.

Qualification Requirements:

• Technical knowledge of vessels and related equipment, maintenance operations, overhaul, design, and regulations.
• Valid Merchant Mariner Credentials (MMC) with licensing issued by the United State (US) Coast Guard. Minimum required USCG licensing of Designated Duty Engineer 4000hp capacity or greater.
• Familiarity with applicable international and US regulations pertaining to the operation and maintenance of vessels.
• Must be an excellent communicator and team player.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products.
• Candidate must have the ability to obtain an Interim Security Clearance (or transfer) in a timely manner, and maintain a US Government (Do D) Secret Clearance for this position on the SCORE Contract.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (engineering preferred) from maritime or military academy, college, or university, or 8 years in marine engineering, and a minimum of 4 years of experience with vessel management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Merchant Mariner Credentials (MMC) with licensing issued by the United State (US) Coast Guard. Minimum required USCG licensing of Designated Duty Engineer 4000hp.

VETS is an EEO Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.
VETS is a Department of Veterans Affairs, Center for Veterans Enterprise (CVE) certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Based in Tysons Corner, Virginia, VETS has a Southwest operations office in Tucson, Arizona and contract management sites throughout the United States. VETS supports a growing number of U.S. Government defense and civilian agencies with technology, systems engineering, as well as construction and program management support services.