Subject Matter Expert ? Engine

Synergy Group; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Group seeks a Subject Matter Expert (SME) Engine to lead development and validation of engine-related training content within the LMS. The role ensures accuracy of shipboard engineering practices, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.

The SME Engine will review scripts, storyboards, and assessments, while providing practical shipboard knowledge and coordinating with designers and multimedia teams to keep content up-to-date with technology and regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Minimum sea-going experience of 624 months as Fourth/Third Engineer.
• CoC to serve as Fourth/Third Engineer or higher.
• Proven ability to review and validate engineering content for accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review engine-related training content, assessments and procedures.
• Validate scripts, storyboards, animations and e-learning modules for technical accuracy.
• Provide practical shipboard knowledge and best practices in content.
• Collaborate with content developers, instructional designers and animation teams.
• Ensure compliance with ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL and SMS requirements.
• Update content as technologies or regulations change.

Skills

Technical writing

Content review

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

CoC as Fourth/Third Engineer or higher

Tools

LMS platforms

MS Office

Job description

Position: Subject Matter Expert (SME) Engine

Qualification: CoC as Fourth Engineer, Third Engineer, or higher

Experience: Minimum 624 months of sea-going experience as a Fourth Engineer and/or Third Engineer

Role Overview

The SME Engine will provide technical expertise for the development, review, and validation of maritime training content within the Learning Management System (LMS). The role ensures that all learning materials accurately reflect shipboard engineering practices, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and review engine-related training content, assessments, and procedures.
• Validate technical accuracy of scripts, storyboards, animations, and e-learning modules.
• Provide practical shipboard knowledge and best practices.
• Collaborate with content developers, instructional designers, and animation teams.
• Ensure compliance with maritime regulations and industry standards.
• Update training content in line with technological and regulatory changes.

Technical Knowledge

• Main and auxiliary engines
• Fuel, lubricating oil, and cooling water systems
• Boilers, compressors, and freshwater generators
• Purifiers, separators, OWS, and STP
• Pumps, valves, piping systems, and automation
• Engine room watchkeeping and maintenance practices
• Planned Maintenance Systems (PMS)
• Engine room safety and emergency procedures

Regulatory Knowledge

• ISM Code
• SOLAS
• MARPOL
• Company Safety Management Systems (SMS)
• Risk Assessment and Permit-to-Work systems

Preferred Skills

• Technical writing and documentation
• E-learning and content review experience
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and LMS platforms

Deliverables

• Technical content and script reviews
• Storyboard validation
• Assessment development
• Operational procedures and best-practice guidelines
• Technical support for multimedia and animation projects

The SME Engine will ensure that all engine-related training content is accurate, practical, compliant, and aligned with real-world shipboard operations.

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