Chief Engineer - Limited

MGN; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 124,541 - 215,541; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York, Department of Environmental Protection, seeks a Chief Engineer – Limited to lead the DEP fleet of sludge tankers operating in and around NYC Harbor. Vessels range from 290’ to 350’, powered by GE, Wartsila, and CAT engines, with 6000+ HP, serving wastewater facilities and protecting public health.

The Chief Engineer Limited is responsible for supervising the safe operation and maintenance of vessels, with civil service pathways and comprehensive benefits including health,

Qualifications

• Requires a valid Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) issued by the United States Coast Guard with endorsement as a Chief Engineer Limited for Motor vessels, not less than 6000 HP, or higher license.
• A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days
• A valid USCG medical certificate without restrictions

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the safe operation and maintenance of the DEP fleet of sludge tankers serving wastewater facilities in NYC Harbor.

Job description

# Chief Engineer - LimitedBack to Job ListingsPosted July 17, 2026## Job DescriptionChief Engineer - LimitedLog In/RegisterPost ResumePost JobMaritimeJobs.comJobsResumesBack to Job ListUSAApply Now×Apply InstructionsOnline Applications only @ https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York,Type Chief Marine Engineer in search boxCloseChief Engineer - LimitedCategoryShipboard Officer / Personnel / CrewSalary$124,541.00 - 215,541.00Employment typeFull TimeSkillsServes as the Chief Engineer onboard NYC Dept of Environmental Protection (DEP) fleet of Sludge tankers which operate in and around NYC Harbor. Vessels range between 290’-350’ and run with GE, Wartsila and CAT engines, 3653-5472 HP, running as day boats on a compressed schedule.The Chief is responsible for supervising and directing the safe operation and maintenance of vessels that service wastewater resource recovery facilities for the Bureau of Wastewater treatment as part of the DEP which enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater and reducing air, noise and hazardous materials pollution.Excellent Health benefits, Pension, Annuity, Overtime, Vacation + other leave, Dental, Vision, Prescriptions, Civil Service and Advancement opportunities.DescriptionRequirements:A valid Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) issued by the United States Coast Guard with endorsement as a Chief Engineer Limited for Motor vessels, not less than 6000 H.P., or higher license.A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 daysA valid USCG medical certificate without restrictionsSTCW not requiredApply InstructionsOnline Applications only @ https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York,Type Chief Marine Engineer in search boxNYC Department of Environmental Protectioncityjobs.nyc.gov