Marine Surveyor - SMART Inspector

About the role

This position requires a background check, US Citizenship, confidential security clearance, and a CAC. The salary range is $85,000 - $90,000 per year.

The successful candidate will conduct ship checks, inspections, and surveys to assess the material condition and operational readiness of marine shipboard HM&E components and systems, and assess compliance with regulatory standards and ship specification.

The candidate will work in a team-oriented environment, interfacing with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure necessary commitments and targets/deadlines/goals are met.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ship checks, inspections, and surveys to assess the material condition and operational readiness of marine shipboard HM&E components and systems
• Assess compliance with regulatory standards and ship specification
• Develop equipment operating instructions, manuals, and testing procedures for main propulsion and auxiliary systems aboard various shipboard platforms
• Work with applicable regulatory, commercial, and military standards and classification society rules
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Eight (8) years in the marine industry with experience on commercial or US Naval Ships
• Experience working with ship and ship system design principles and practices
• Familiarity with maritime fuel systems, refrigeration systems (HVAC), compressed air systems, auxiliary shipboard systems, and piping systems desired
• Experience in commercial ship operations with an emphasis on material readiness and maintenance studies, reliability engineering, and technical data review
• Experience with Main Propulsion Systems and associated equipment

Qualifications

• Hold USCG Merchant Marine Credential, with the following rating and endorsements: Chief Engineer of Steam/Motor/Gas Turbine, Unlimited Horsepower or EOOW (Engineer Officer of the Watch) qualification on steam, diesel, or gas turbine propelled US Navy vessels
• Highly skilled in both oral and written communications
• Able to work productively and efficiently with limited or no supervision
• Strong analytical skills and proven problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs

Physical Job Requirements

• Climb tall ladders
• Maneuver in tight/confined spaces, steel decks, uneven surfaces
• Work in adverse environments for long periods
• Exposure to high noise environments (with hearing protection)
• Periodically lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to observe details at close range
• Able to walk to/from and navigate job sites