Senior Superintendent – Electrical & Automation (M/F/D)

Marine 2-Stroke Consultant & Service GmbH; Szczecin; On-site; PLN 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

International work environment

Professional development opportunities

Supportive engineering team

Meaningful challenging work

Job summary

Marine 2-Stroke Consultant & Service GmbH in Szczecin seeks a Senior Superintendent – Electrical & Automation to lead field service, troubleshoot complex marine electrical and automation systems, and coordinate retrofit projects worldwide.

You will act as hands-on technician and technical lead, traveling 140–180 days per year, ensuring class‑compliant modifications, and interfacing with shipowners and yards. Fluent English and extensive marine experience are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Automation/Marine Engineering with E&A specialization.
• Extensive experience in marine electrical and automation systems.
• Strong practical and theoretical knowledge of PLC systems and engine automation.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve complex faults in marine electrical and automation systems.
• Perform repair, maintenance, and optimization work onboard vessels worldwide.
• Execute advanced troubleshooting in PLC, engine automation, alarm, and remote control systems.
• Carry out software updates, parameter adjustments, and system modifications.
• Coordinate and supervise on-site project execution and subcontractors.
• Develop technical concepts and engineering solutions for retrofit projects.
• Interface with ship owners, shipyards, classification societies, and internal teams.
• Commission marine electrical and automation systems onboard vessels.
• Conduct Harbor Acceptance Tests (HAT) and sea trials.

Skills

Field service

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Leadership

English language

Education

Electrical/Automation/Marine Engineering degree

Tools

PLC systems

Marine automation systems

Job description

Senior Superintendent – Electrical & Automation (M/F/D)

Join a Team That Solves What Others Can't

Location: Szczecin, PolandWorldwide Travel: 140–180 days per year

Who We Are

We are a specialized marine service company delivering advanced technical services for merchant marine vessels worldwide. Our core competencies include marine propulsion systems, electrical & automation solutions, retrofits, troubleshooting, and commissioning of complex shipboard systems.

To strengthen our Electrical & Automation department, we are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Superintendent – Electrical & Automation.

This position combines high-level engineering expertise, worldwide field service operations, technical leadership, and project engineering within the demanding environment of the maritime industry.

As Senior Superintendent – Electrical & Automation, you will operate as both:

• A hands-on field service specialist for complex troubleshooting and commissioning tasks
• A technical lead and coordinator during service operations, retrofits, and modernization projects

You will work independently on challenging assignments worldwide while also supporting and leading teams during larger projects.

Key Responsibilities

Field Service & Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and resolve complex faults in marine electrical and automation systems
• Perform repair, maintenance, and optimization work onboard vessels worldwide
• Execute advanced troubleshooting in PLC systems, engine automation systems, alarm & monitoring systems, remote control systems, and governor systems
• Carry out software updates, parameter adjustments, and system modifications
• Support vessels during port stays, dry docks, sea trials, and emergency situations

Retrofit & Modernization Projects

• Execute electrical and automation retrofits and upgrade projects
• Integrate modern control systems into existing vessel infrastructure
• Coordinate and supervise on-site project execution and subcontractors
• Ensure safe and class-compliant implementation of modifications
• Develop technical concepts and engineering solutions for retrofit and conversion projects
• Prepare technical documentation, work scopes, system layouts, service reports, and technical evaluations
• Support project planning, feasibility studies, and technical cost evaluations
• Interface with ship owners, shipyards, classification societies, and internal engineering teams
• Commission marine electrical and automation systems onboard vessels
• Execute functional testing, Harbor Acceptance Tests (HAT), and sea trials
• Ensure compliance with class regulations, safety standards, and operational requirements

What Makes This Role Unique

• High level of technical responsibility and autonomy
• Combination of hands‑on field service and engineering/project work
• Opportunity to work on complex and technically demanding systems
• Exposure to international projects and worldwide operations
• Mix of independent troubleshooting missions, team leadership assignments, and engineering and project coordination

Your Profile

You combine engineering competence with practical field experience and a solution‑oriented mindset.

Technical Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or Marine Engineering with E&A specialization
• Extensive experience in marine electrical and automation systems
• Strong practical and theoretical knowledge of PLC systems, marine automation, engine control systems, and 2-stroke and 4-stroke engine automation

Professional Experience

• Proven experience in field service, commissioning, troubleshooting, and retrofit projects
• Experience leading service teams or coordinating projects is an advantage
• Ability to work independently under pressure and in demanding environments

Personal Skills

• Strong analytical and engineering‑oriented mindset
• Structured and solution‑driven approach to technical challenges
• High level of flexibility and willingness to travel extensively worldwide
• Excellent reporting and communication skills
• Fluent English is mandatory

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• International work environment with global exposure
• Opportunities for technical and professional development
• A highly skilled, supportive engineering team
• Work that is challenging, meaningful, and never routine