Assistant Engineer

OFFSHORE AVIATION LLC; Waipahu (HI); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

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Job summary

OFFSHORE AVIATION LLC seeks an Assistant Engineer to support maintenance, repair, and safe operation aboard marine vessels. Based in Piney Point, MD, this role ensures seaworthiness, regulatory compliance, and efficient engine department performance.

Responsibilities include operating and repairing main engines, generators, pumps; conducting routine inspections; troubleshooting mechanical issues; maintaining records; and participating in engine room watchstanding and emergency drills.

Qualifications

• National Endorsement: Third Assistant Engineer or higher; Horsepower Unlimited – Motor
• STCW Endorsement: Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW), 750 kW / 1,000 HP or more – Motor
• Current STCW Basic Training
• Current Advanced Firefighting
• Current STCW Medical Certificate
• TWIC
• Passport
• Demonstrated commitment to shipboard safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot marine engineering systems

Responsibilities

• Assist with operating, maintaining, and repairing main engines, generators, pumps, and auxiliary systems.
• Support the proper operation, maintenance, and preservation of engine department machinery.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure equipment functions correctly and identify issues.
• Assist in troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical problems.
• Participate in engine room watchstanding, monitoring equipment performance, and responding to alarms.
• Maintain maintenance, inspection, and repair records.
• Ensure the cleanliness and proper condition of engine department spaces.
• Promote safety and pollution prevention practices in compliance with regulations and company standards.
• Assist in the efficient use of consumables, stores, and spare parts.
• Participate in and perform emergency duties, including drills.
• Take initiative in emergencies without direct instruction

Skills

National Endorsement – Third Assistant

Horsepower Unlimited – Motor

STCW Endorsement – OIC-EW

OICEW endorsement 750 kW / 1000 HP

STCW Basic Training

Advanced Firefighting

STCW Medical Certificate

TWIC

Passport

Shipboard safety commitment

Mechanical troubleshooting

Job description

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Assistant Engineer

Piney Point, MD, US

25 days ago Requisition ID: 1018

Salary Range: $115,000.00 To $145,000.00 Annually

Position Summary

The Assistant Engineer supports the maintenance, repair, and safe operation of all machinery and equipment aboard marine vessels. This role plays a critical part in ensuring vessel seaworthiness, regulatory compliance, and efficient engine department performance.

The Assistant Engineer will help maintain engineering systems, monitor safety and environmental protection measures, and contribute to the vessel's overall operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with operating, maintaining, and repairing main engines, generators, pumps, and auxiliary systems.


• Support the proper operation, maintenance, and preservation of all engine department machinery and equipment.


• Conduct routine inspections to ensure equipment is functioning correctly and identify potential issues.


• Assist in troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical problems


• Participate in engine room watchstanding, monitoring equipment performance, and responding to alarms


• Maintain accurate maintenance, inspection, and repair records


• Ensure the cleanliness and proper condition of all engine department spaces


• Promote safety and pollution prevention practices in compliance with regulations and company standards


• Assist in the efficient use of consumables, stores, and spare parts


• Participate in and perform emergency duties, including fire and collision drills


• Take initiative in emergencies without requiring direct instruction

Qualifications & Minimum Credentials

Candidates must possess and maintain the following credentials for consideration:

• National Endorsement: Third Assistant Engineer or higher,Horsepower Unlimited – Motor


• STCW Endorsement: Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW),750 kW / 1,000 HP or more – Motor


• CurrentSTCW Basic Training


• CurrentAdvanced Firefighting


• ValidSTCW Medical Certificate


• ValidTransportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)


• ValidPassport


• Demonstrated commitment toshipboard safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship


• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot marine engineering systems


• Ability to perform engine room watchstanding and assigned emergency duties


• Willingness to work collaboratively as part of the vessel's engineering department and support operational requirements


• Competitive compensation


• Benefits package (details provided upon hire)