Lead Marine Engineer - Diesel & Hybrid Propulsion Projects

Hornblower Corp; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Group in San Francisco seeks a hands-on Marine Engineer to oversee all phases of engineering projects, from hypothesis to data-driven decisions and final implementation. You will independently fabricate parts, mentor crew, and ensure standards meet company and industry norms.

Role demands leadership, strong diesel engine repair skills, and mastery of hybrid propulsion systems. You will coordinate with contractors, manage projects, and maintain logs, delivering reliable, safe vessel

Qualifications

• 2 years of industry experience required.
• Functional understanding of electricity and relevant safe industry practices.
• HAZWOPER certificate (40 hours).
• Forklift Certification.
• CPR & First Aid Certification.
• Welding, Brazing, Soldering, metal work experience.

Responsibilities

• Mastery of all duties & responsibilities of the Marine Mechanic position.
• Lead and perform all diesel engine repairs across the company and fleet.
• Ability to recommend and install new systems and novel solutions.
• Repair and replace all pilothouse electronics. Diagnose and repair vessel media systems as well.
• Serve as liaison between company and outside contractors. Work side by side to complete repairs.
• Rebuild and maintain all company pump and pump systems, alignment & coupling included.

Skills

Diesel engine repairs

Electrical troubleshooting

Hybrid propulsion systems

Project management

Mentoring

Education

HAZWOPER 40 hours certificate

Forklift Certification

CPR & First Aid Certification

Welding, Brazing, Soldering

Job description

Hornblower Group in San Francisco seeks a hands-on Marine Engineer to oversee all phases of engineering projects, from hypothesis to data-driven decisions and final implementation. You will independently fabricate parts, mentor crew, and ensure standards meet company and industry norms.

Role demands leadership, strong diesel engine repair skills, and mastery of hybrid propulsion systems. You will coordinate with contractors, manage projects, and maintain logs, delivering reliable, safe vessel