Port Engineer

Company: Antillean Marine Shipping Corp
Location: Miami
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: The Port Engineer is responsible for the technical oversight, maintenance planning, and repair execution of company-owned vessels. This role ensures vessels are maintained in a safe, seaworthy, and regulatory-compliant condition, supporting optimal operational performance and minimizing downtime. The Port Engineer acts as the principal technical liaison between shipboard management, shore-based operations, classification societies, vendors, and regulatory authorities. Key Responsibilities Technical Management & Maintenance Plan, schedule, and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for assigned vessels. Conduct regular vessel inspections to verify condition, compliance, and adherence to maintenance standards. Coordinate drydockings, special surveys, and major repairs, ensuring scope, budget, and schedule targets are met. Prepare technical specifications and evaluate shipyard and vendor bids for repair and modification projects. Maintain vessel machinery and systems records in accordance with company and regulatory requirements. Regulatory & Compliance Ensure vessels comply with class, flag state, IMO, MARPOL, ISM, and U.S. Coast Guard regulations. Coordinate with classification societies and regulatory authorities for inspections, audits, and certifications. Support safety and environmental management systems (ISM/ISPS/ISO). Financial & Budgeting Develop and manage technical budgets for assigned vessels. Monitor expenditures and control costs related to repairs, spares, and services. Prepare cost estimates and variance reports for management review. Vendor & Project Coordination Source, evaluate, and manage relationships with shipyards, contractors, and suppliers. Supervise and evaluate performance of contracted service providers. Ensure timely delivery of spare parts, equipment, and technical documentation. Operational Support Provide technical support to vessel Masters and Chief Engineers for troubleshooting and emergency repairs. Participate in incident investigations and root-cause analyses. Support operational readiness and voyage reliability by maintaining vessels in optimal condition. Qualifications Education & Certifications Bachelors degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or related field required. Chief Engineer license (Unlimited or limited, preferred but not required). STCW endorsement and/or knowledge of international maritime codes and conventions. Valid TWIC and passport for travel to vessels and shipyards. Experience Minimum 510 years experience in marine engineering, including 3 years as a Port Engineer, Technical Superintendent, or shipboard Chief Engineer. Proven experience managing drydockings, surveys, and major repairs. Strong familiarity with diesel propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery, electrical systems, and hull maintenance. Experience with Oceangoing ships and tugboats Skills & Competencies Strong project management and budgeting skills. Working knowledge of class and flag state regulations (ABS, DNV, Lloyds Register, USCG, IMO, ISM). Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities. Proficiency in maintenance management software (e.g., AMOS, NS5, ShipManager). Ability to travel domestically and internationally for extended periods to attend drydock repairs High level of integrity, safety focus, and accountability. Must be fully bilingual in English and Spanish Physical & Working Conditions Regular visits to vessels and shipyards, including overseas travel. Exposure to industrial environments, confined spaces, and shipboard conditions. May require irregular hours, nights, or weekends during repair periods or vessel emergencies.

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