Senior Superintendent – Electrical & Automation (M/F/D)
Marine 2-Stroke Consultant & Service GmbH
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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.
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Location: Szczecin, PolandWorldwide Travel: 140–180 days per year
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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
You combine engineering competence with practical field experience and a solution‑oriented mindset.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
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